Doug Pederson, former Eagles head coach, publicly expressed deep gratitude towards Andy Reid, his mentor and former coach.
Their relationship, forged over decades, started when Pederson played backup quarterback under Reid and continued when Reid became his coach.
Reid's mentorship significantly impacted Pederson's coaching career, shaping his style and leading to Pederson's own NFL head coaching success.
Pederson credits Reid's influence in his development, highlighting the lessons learned and the lasting impact on his coaching philosophy.