Demario Davis: 'I sure hope' Brees returns for 2021 season

New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis wants to see Drew Brees return for another season.

"I hope so. I sure hope so. I would feel much better if I could guarantee that he was," Davis said on NFL Network's "Good Morning Football" when asked if Brees could come back, according to NFL.com's Kevin Patra.

The linebacker also joked that doubts over the veteran quarterback's ability could prompt Brees to delay retirement.

"I guess the only way I could be able to guarantee (a comeback) was if one of y'all said something reckless, like, 'He's finished,' or something, then I could guarantee he's coming back. But I sure hope so," Davis added.

Speculation over Brees' retirement has followed the quarterback throughout the 2020 season. The veteran said he's weighing his options before making a decision. Head coach Sean Payton expects Brees to decide in the coming weeks.

Brees struggled with his arm strength during his potential final campaign. He also missed four games due to a collapsed lung and multiple rib fractures.

Brees threw three interceptions during the Saints' divisional-round loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He waved to the New Orleans crowd as he exited the field.

If Brees doesn't return for his 21st season, either Jameis Winston or Taysom Hill will likely be the Saints' quarterback. Winston is set to be a free agent but the team has expressed interest in having him return.