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Teddy Bridgewater Suspended by Miami Northwestern as FHSAA Probes Player Benefits

His suspension follows his disclosure of nearly $100,000 in personal spending on player transportation, meals and recovery services, with the FHSAA gathering information on possible rule violations.

Oct 30, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (10) throws a pass during warmups before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
Miami Northwestern head coach Teddy Bridgewater talks with quarterback Florentino Lopez (15) during the first half of the game against Coconut Creek. Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024 (Jim Rassol/Contributor).
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Overview

  • Miami Northwestern High School has suspended Teddy Bridgewater from his head coaching role this month over allegations he provided impermissible benefits to his players.
  • The FHSAA is gathering information in an inquiry that echoes the November 2024 case of The First Academy of Orlando, which faced forfeited wins, a fine and a postseason ban for comparable violations.
  • Bridgewater disclosed that he personally spent between $86,500 and $100,000 last season on Uber rides, pregame meals and recovery services and that he solicited donations for this season’s expenses.
  • He says he self-reported all expenses to school administrators and argues that the suspension originated with Miami Northwestern rather than the state athletic association.
  • The former NFL quarterback, who led the team to a Class 3A state championship in 2024, vows to remain connected to the program and volunteer from the bleachers if barred from coaching.