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Broncos finish up deal with Porter
Thurs @ 8:20 pm CST — The deal is complete according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. 8:15 pm CST — With the biggest free agent signing in franchise history complete, the Broncos have turned towards solidifying their depth by signing players from the lower tier of free agents. One of those players is cornerback Tracy Porter (Saints), [...]
Continue reading...Should Vilma be banned for life? Chris Kluwe thinks so
22 March 2012
Throughout the entire BountyGate saga, Vikings punter Chris Kluwe has been one of the loudest voices of criticism levied towards New Orleans, vigorously attacking anyone supporting the Saints use of money to incentivize injuries to opponents. Kluwe took to the airwaves in the Twin Cities this afternoon to discuss the punishments handed down by NFL commissioner [...]
Continue reading...Saints get Bunkley at five years, $25 million
21 March 2012
Fresh off the devastating news that head coach Sean Payton and general manager Mickey Loomis would be suspended for an entire season and 8 games respectively, the Saints needed something good to come across to salvage their off-season. They got that in the form of defensive tackle Broderick Bunkley (Broncos), who agreed to a five year, $25 million deal with [...]
Continue reading...NFL hands down suspensions for Saints bounty program
21 March 2012
Wed @ 12:35 pm CST — In announcing his decision on the punishment for the Saints bounty program, Goodell released a statement making it clear that the case called for a swift and severe reaction by the league to curtail any such program happening in the future. “We are all accountable and responsible for player [...]
Continue reading...Nicks finds free agent riches in Tampa Bay with five year deal
14 March 2012
Headed into the off-season, the Buccaneers were expected to be major players in the free agent signing period, given the massive amount of salary cap space they were projected to have available at their disposal. Through the first 18 hours, they’ve lived up to that billing and then some, tossing out money to their free [...]
Continue reading...Report: Brees angered by franchise tag, refuses to sign with Saints
6 March 2012
The past week has been one of the more trying periods in franchise history for the Saints, which is saying quite a bit considering what they went through in the aftermath of Hurrican Katrina. Adding insult to injury, the latest news out of New Orleans casts an even darker cloud over the team as quarterback [...]
Continue reading...Saints bringing in Moss for workout on Tuesday
5 March 2012
Mired in the midst of one of the worst scandals to rock an individual franchise since Spygate, it would be easy for the Saints to keep their heads down and do their best to avoid making any waves going forward. Instead they’ve chosen an opposite tack, reportedly inviting former Patriots wide receiver Randy Moss in for [...]
Continue reading...Report: Saints defense had “bounty fund” over last three seasons
2 March 2012
In one of the most shocking revelations to come to light in recent years, ESPN’s Adam Schefter is reporting that the Saints instituted and carried out a “bounty fund” within their defense, over the course of the 2009, 2010, and 2011 seasons. The program, which is illegal under NFL rules, financially rewarded defensive players for [...]
Continue reading...Brees, Saints still far apart in contract negotiations
1 March 2012
Headed into the off-season after their heart breaking playoff loss in San Francisco, the Saints impending negotiations with quarterback Drew Brees was expected to be a fairly easy process, locking him up long term and leaving open the possibility of using the franchise tag on offensive guard Carl Nicks or wide receiver Marques Colston. Six weeks later, [...]
Continue reading...Nicks planning for New Orleans exodus?
21 February 2012
The days of standout players sticking with one team throughout their entire career are long gone, but that hasn’t stopped Saints offensive guard Carl Nicks from proclaiming his preference to play in New Orleans until he retires, provided of course that they pay him what he feels he’s worth. In an interview earlier this morning [...]
Continue reading...Saints snag Bush’s replacement in Darren Sproles
28 July 2011
Thurs @ 10:30 pm - Mike Triplett of the New Orleans Times-Picayune is reporting the deal with Sproles is actually four years, $14 million, with $6 million guaranteed. 10:25 pm - Since his arrival in San Diego in 2005, running back Darren Sproles has been one of the league’s most explosive playmakers, capable of scoring from almost any point [...]
Continue reading...Reggie Bush agrees to new deal with Miami; trade complete
28 July 2011
Late last night, news broke of a deal between the Dolphins and the Saints involving running back Reggie Bush, with the Saints sending Bush to Miami in an effort to free themselves from his contract and make room for rookie running back Mark Ingram. That deal became a reality earlier this morning, as Bush agreed [...]
Continue reading...Dolphins, Saints finalizing deal for Reggie Bush
28 July 2011
In what can only be categorized as a stunning turn of events, the Saints are reportedly putting the finishing touches on a trade that will send running back Reggie Bush to the Dolphins, filling a major need for Miami and opening the door for New Orleans’ first round pick Mark Ingram to play right away in one [...]
Continue reading...Saints to give Carney shot at kicker
27 September 2010
After watching the hero of last season’s NFC Championship, Garrett Hartley, miss a chip shot kick that would have won the game for them yesterday afternoon, the Saints have reportedly decided to go back to an old face to get the job done, at least for the time being. Free agent kicker Matt Stover, who was believed to be on New [...]
Continue reading...Kicking competition expected in New Orleans
26 September 2010
One thing that never changes in the NFL is the instability at the kicker position, and despite being the defending Super Bowl champions, the Saints are no more immune from that than any other team. Shortly after suffering a heartbreaking loss at home this afternoon to the Falcons, thanks in large part to their kicker [...]
Continue reading...Reggie Bush injury likely a broken leg
21 September 2010
Lost in the excitement of the Saints late game heroics last night was the devastating injury suffered by running back Reggie Bush in the second half. Bush looked at first glance to have been handed a season ending calamity, and quickly exited the field to have x-rays taken in the locker room. But for the [...]
Continue reading...First take: Vikings at Saints
9 September 2010
Tonight’s game between Minnesota and New Orleans lived up to its billing once again, with both sides fighting hard for the opportunity to win late in the contest. It certainly wasn’t pretty for either team, with both clubs struggling in areas they usually excel at, but the overall outcome has to be pleasing for the [...]
Continue reading...Pre-Draft Team Needs: NFC South
22 April 2010
This the seventh part of our series breaking down each team’s needs (by division) headed into the draft tomorrow evening. In case you missed our previous posts, feel free to take a look here. As always, we want to hear what you think, so don’t hesitate to leave us your thoughts in the comment thread. [...]
Continue reading...Saints sign Jimmy Wilkerson, bolster defensive line
20 April 2010
Coming off a disappointing 2009 campaign during which he tore his ACL, defensive end Jimmy Wilkerson was determined to enter free agency this off-season and find a club willing to take a short term chance, allowing him to parlay a solid season into a nice contract next year. That goal became a reality earlier this [...]
Continue reading...Alex Brown visits Saints, on his way to Tampa Bay
7 April 2010
Wed @ 3:55 pm – Brown’s new contract is worth approximately $6 million, according to NFL.com’s Jason LaCanfora. 3:35 pm – The Bucs will have to search elsewhere for a new defensive end. Schefter is reporting that the Saints have reached a two year deal with Brown. 11:45 am – Just four days into his [...]
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