Saints Quarterly Election: Offensive MVP
by Saintsational on Oct 8, 2009 6:15 AM CDT
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We're four down with twelve more to play. The quarter-way point of the NFL season. Since the Saints have a bye week and there's no upcoming opponent to discuss, why not keep the attention on the team.
I've taken the liberty of nominating several offensive players for election as the first quarter's most valuable player. Then later this afternoon, I will post all of the Saints offensive stats through the first four games. Tomorrow, we'll move on to the defense.
And the nominees are:
Drew Brees
I know I'm going to get complaints from everyone about how unfair it is to include Drew in the vote because he's already MVP of the universe but he's on the team and he plays sort of an important position. I'll spare you all the hyperbole and just ask you to think about what this offense would be without him. That's what I thought.
Mike Bell
How long does it take to recover from an MCL sprain, geez? Mike Bell got the Saints running game started off on the right foot this year with a 143-yard effort against Detroit and set the tone for the incredibly improved Saints rush offense this season. Bell is a huge reason why the Saints currently hold second best ground attack in the league.
Pierre Thomas
Mike Bell got the ball rolling for the Saints in the rushing department while Pierre Thomas recovered from an MCL sprain. But when Bell suffered the same injury, Thomas was ready to return the favor. PT came back in the second half of the Saints week three matchup against the Bills, putting up an awesome 126 yards in just thirty minutes of play. Did I mention he had a fever? If Drew Brees were voting in this election - and I'm pretty sure that he won't - Thomas would probably be his choice.
Marques Colston
Colston has quietly been Mr. Consistent so far this season and no matter what happens, he will always be Drew's favorite target. He leads all Saints receivers right now with three touchdowns and is second on the team in catches and total yards. Certainly worth your consideration.
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OMG
who to vote for? You have a fantastic poll but also a very difficult one to vote on. Only 1 can be picked hmmm, think I will wait for the other stats to come out. But then again only Drew & Marques have played in all 4 games so far. Mike Bell played in 3 and Pierre only 1 1/2 games. Yeah I will definitely will wait for the stats.
by N_O_1saintfan on Oct 8, 2009 7:22 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Can't believe
you said this "How long does it take to recover from an MCL sprain, geez? "! As long as it takes to recover & be healthy enough to make a difference to the teams running game. I would rather have him sitting on the sidelines then to hurt himself even more that he would need surgery and be out the rest of the season. We will need him more down the road then right now at this point in the schedule. Get Healthy Mike we miss ya hurry back ( just in case he reads this)
by N_O_1saintfan on Oct 8, 2009 7:30 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Mike Bell- Hands down. Came in from the start and proved the Saints CAN have a running game and gave everyone the shot of confidence to get where we are
by damixter on Oct 8, 2009 7:44 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes, but...
This became evident at the end of last season when PT did his best work. I am not saying your admiration for Bell is misplaced I am right there with you.
@Saintsational: I wish you would have put “players that play RB other than Reggie” because it was Bell for 2 games then Hamilton for a half and then PT for 1.5 (it’s funny that we need 3 to replicate 26 in 2006)
by S'portDave on Oct 8, 2009 8:55 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions 0 recs
I am going with Mike Bell
He has the potential and after the bye-week
our running game will be 2nd to none
by cajunsblues on Oct 8, 2009 9:43 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
With all due respect to Secretariat
Drew is the glue.
"Paralyze resistance with persistence" -Woody Hayes
by coldpizza on Oct 8, 2009 9:52 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Same thing as game MVP votes
Obviously, Brees. Who’s the MVPNB is a valid point of contention. I’d go with Bell, because of his roster spot. He got upwards of 250 yards in 2 games, one against a stout offense, from the RB3 position. He wasn’t even a lock for the roster in August. High value.
"Brees will kill you, but he lets you decide how fast he tightens the garrote." -Chris Brown
by FuSoYa on Oct 8, 2009 10:16 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
you have to go breesus
like CP said “Drew is the glue” granted his last 2 games have now be mind blowing spectacular like the first 2 but he makes great decisions and doesn’t turn it over, plus everyone in the league is so scared of him that now bell/pt can carve them up at leisure
I see what you got...Lets rock - Al Bundy
by knucklesmalone on Oct 8, 2009 11:27 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I still have to say...
Tony Galbreath. His versatility as a receiver coming out of the backfield has really opened things up for Muncie.
by drbonne on Oct 8, 2009 11:56 AM CDT reply actions 1 recs
I picked Brees.
Had Bell or PT played in all four games it would likely be one of them. Since they’ve split time it has to be Breesus, esp for that block he laid for reggie.
by ctalati32 on Oct 8, 2009 12:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Has to be Brees by definition.
Without Drew, defenses would shut down our running game by putting 11 in the box!! LOL
by vicvega26 on Oct 8, 2009 1:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think that Brees is always going to be #1 MVP
but I went with the next best and said Colston. The guy is getting 60 yards a game and catching everything thrown his way right now. He’s made Drew look good on a couple plays. PT and Bell have only played in 2 games a piece but I don’t think that would’ve changed my mind. PT is behind him for now. It’s the TDs that stand out the most. MC is tied for #2 in reception TDs. PT isn’t in the top 5. I like what Colston brings consistently to the table so far.
Superbowl bound!!!...I know! do you?! Go Saints!!
by skinnykinney on Oct 8, 2009 2:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
No love for Shockey?
Shockey has 2 TDs, 162 yards receiving, and leads the team in receptions. He’s also done some solid run blocking.
If I could have a write-in though, it would have to be the O-Line. They are more than a little responsible for that 166 rushing yards/game, and the measly 4 sacks on Drew.
by HB-NOLA on Oct 8, 2009 2:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thought about Shockey
decided against it. Both those touchdowns were in one game.
The O-line I thought about including as well, ironically enough, but decided I could possibly include them in another post.
Honestly, I figured it didn’t matter who I included because I knew Brees was going to run away with it anyway. Almost pointless.
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by Saintsational on Oct 8, 2009 3:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Had to go with Brees
Because injuries have split Bell and Pierre’s time. If you gave us an option to vote for Bell/Thomas as one player, I would give it to them.
by Monkey Poop Battle on Oct 8, 2009 3:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
"our newfound and successful running game"
would all that fit on the back of one jersey (so we could vote for it as MVP)
"In the end, the bread was in the pudding." -- Bobby McCray
by HansDat on Oct 8, 2009 3:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fuamatu-Ma'afala did
Never underestimate the power of skinny lettering.
"Paralyze resistance with persistence" -Woody Hayes
by coldpizza on Oct 9, 2009 7:35 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
All of these guys have done a great job in their roles so far, but I think you have to give it to Drew Brees.
by Jimmy Star 00 on Oct 8, 2009 9:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
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