September 9, 2011
Posted by Saints News in Darren Sproles, Featured, Gregg Williams, New Orleans Saints, Sean Payton
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WAFF video: Raw footage of Mark Ingram's car after collision
WAFF.com provided raw footage of New Orleans Saints rookie Mark Ingram's car after he was involved with a collision with an 18-wheeler early Friday morning.
Click to read the original Saints article by New Orleans Saints Central
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Saints "PLUG UP" Defensive Line Holes with Shaun Rogers
The signing and arrival of Shaun Rogers in New Orleans has given the Saints the much needed help along the Defensive Line since the days of Norman Hand. Rogers' presence will plug-up the running lanes which opponents have exploited for years under Sean Payton's teams. Rogers is a "BIG BODY" and special teams playmaker. If he is not stuffing the run, he blocks extra points and kicks.
Gregg Willams should see an "immediate relief" in how teams scheme their running plays against New Orleans in 2011. The one player that should experience a huge impact with Shaun Rogers anchoring the line in former first-round pick Sedrick Ellis. Ellis and Rogers will make a formidable Defensive Tackle tandem in the NFL next season.
Most teams were concerned about Rogers' lack of strong work ethic and perceived "disruptive" attitude. However, with Gregg Williams' strong personality, Rogers most likely will not be a distraction for the Saints. It has been reported that Rogers turned down a $6 million contract offer to accept and sign the Saints $4 million contract. This bodes well for the Saints as the team has eyes on returning to the Super Bowl in Indianapolis. Many free agent observers will notice the signing as a positive sign for New Orleans. A continued emphasis of signing impact defensive players can be highlighted by the Saints need to draft a quality Defensive End or Linebacker in April's NFL Draft.
If New Orleans can draft a Craig Heyward from Ohio State, then Will Smith, Sedrick Ellis, Shaun Rogers and Heyward would be considered a solid front four in the league. This is why Rogers' addition was a good "sign" and "signing" for the Saints.
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SHOCKING SAINTS NEWS! SHOCKEY IS CUT!
A Saints fan favorite, Jeremy Shockey, was cut today by the team. Shockey's departure saves the team 4.5 million dollars. Sean Payton released this statement:
“Jeremy played an important role in helping our team bring a Super Bowl championship to New Orleans. He contributed to the success of our offense, both as a pass-catcher and run blocker, and we’re appreciative of his efforts.â€
Jeremy can give thanks to his fellow University of Miami alum, Jimmy Graham, and his development as one of the major reasons for his departure from the team.
Shockey was a model citizen and good teammate his years in New Orleans. Unfortunately, it appears the team never approached him about restructuring his contract and decided to move in another direction. With Jimmy Graham and Dave Thomas filling in for Shockey when he was ailing, both proved to be effective contributors to the offense. Graham's injury which kept him out of the Seattle Seahawks playoff loss was noticeable. The Saints may have jettisoned a great player in Shockey, but discovered a younger and just as talented one in Jimmy Graham.“It’s a business, I understand,†Shockey told ESPN’s Rachel Nichols. “I’ll just go play hard for someone else. Whoever gets me it’s going to be a steal.â€
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Geaux Man-2-Man with Malcolm Jenkins (Exclusive Interview)
Saints News will have an exclusive interview, "Geaux Man-2-Man", with Saints DB Malcolm "The Game Changer" Jenkins. The interview will be MONDAY, January 24th at 7:30 PM (CST) on the Saints News Radio Internet Show with Host, Kyle T. Mosley.
Fans can listen to the show online at:
- Saints News Radio at Blog Talk Radio
- Saints News Radio website
- Saints News website
- NFL Huddle website
- Call in to (877) 933-6377
Malcolm will talk about his future with the Saints, the current NFL CBA negotiations and the Super Bowl 45 match-up.
Don't miss Malcolm Jenkins live, up close and personal on Saints News Radio!
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January 11, 2011
Posted by Saints News in Coaches, Featured, Gregg Williams, Jeff Duncan, New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Saints News
Gregg Williams declines Broncos Interview
Jeff Duncan of the Times Picayune reports on Twitter, "Just learned that DC Gregg Williams will not interview with the Denver Broncos. He plans to withdraw his name as a coaching candidate today." Williams made the decision today after discussing the situation with family and his players. He is in the process of informing the Broncos. 01-11
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Saints take control of Seahawks early with 10-0 lead
The New Orleans Saints take control of Seahawks early in the game with 10-0 lead. The lead could easily been 14-0 if Reggie Bush did not drop a Brees pass inside the 5 yard line.
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January 8, 2011
Posted by Saints News in Featured, New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Saints News, NFC Playoffs, Opponents, Seattle Seahawks
Weather Concerns are Gone in Seattle. However, there is a Cool Brees!
The weather is in the low 40's and no precipitation at Qwest Field. The Saints did bring a Cool Brees. Drew, Reggie, Darren, Will, Marques, Jeremy, Roman, and Jonathan will be bringing the heat to the Seahawks.
Less than 15 minutes to kick-off. Geaux Saints!!!
BTW - Junior Galette will see some action!!!
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January 8, 2011
Posted by Saints News in espn, Featured, New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Saints News, NFC South, Opponents, Seattle Seahawks
Saints expect a fight versus Seahawks
Sean Payton has spent the week trying to convince his team not to buy the hype.
You know, the Seahawks don’t belong in the playoffs, the Saints are clearly the better team, a possible rematch with Atlanta looms, yada, yada, yada.
Football coaches are usually on edge anyway, but Payton and the Saints have an opportunity to join some pretty elite company over the next month or so.
If they beat the Seahawks. In Seattle.
If they then beat the Falcons or Bears. In Atlanta or Chicago, respectively.
If they can get to the NFC championship game, which will be played on the road unless the final two seeds on their side of the bracket, the Saints and Green Bay Packers, manage to win two games away from home to get there.
Oh yeah. And win it.
It’s a daunting task, but it certainly has been done before.
The Pittsburgh Steelers went the wild-card round route to win the Super Bowl five years ago.
Two years later, Eli Manning and the New York Giants did the same, knocking off the previously undefeated New England Patriots in the big game. The Baltimore Ravens pulled it off in the 2000 NFL season.
Read more: http://www.sunherald.com/2011/01/07/2761410/saints-expect-a-fight-will-win.html#ixzz1ATWXRAAJ
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Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2011/01/08/1498755/upset-minded-seahawks-will-have.html#ixzz1ARvkfiU9
January 8, 2011
Posted by Saints News in Featured, New Orleans Saints News, Opponents, Seattle Seahawks, Video
Saints-Seattle NFC Wildcard Report (Olympian Video)
The likelihood of foul weather, a six-hour flight and the ear-splitting crowd noise that awaits him at Qwest Field will not serve as distractions for one of the best quarterbacks in the league. New Orleans’ Drew Brees won’t be overwhelmed by the moment.
“I’d be shocked if Drew was surprised by anything,†Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck said. “He’s a great player, one of the best. I consider him a friend. He’s a guy I look up to in a lot of ways. He’s just done a great job on and off the field leading his team, leading the people around him. He’s a special player, special person, and he won the Super Bowl last year for a reason.â€
So if the Seahawks hope to contain one of the most prolific quarterbacks in the last five years they’ll have to do it the old-fashioned way – they’ll have to earn it.
Read more: http://www.theolympian.com/2011/01/08/1498755/upset-minded-seahawks-will-have.html#ixzz1ARvkfiU9
