Bridgewater was recently suspended by Northwestern after he allegedly violated FHSAA rules regarding impermissible benefits for players.

Teddy Bridgewater faced suspension from his Miami Northwestern High School coaching role on July 14, 2025, for using personal funds to support his student-athletes with meals, rides, and recovery. Despite violating FHSAA rules,

Teddy Bridgewater accidentally exposed himself for providing what could be considered impermissible benefits as the high school football coach at his alma