Saints Lose Heartbreaker to 49ers 36-32, Season Over
by Dave Cariello on Jan 14, 2012 7:29 PM CST
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Game over. Season over. Don't really have anything to say right now. Coulda won. Shoulda won. Didn't win. Can't expect to win, though, with 5 turnovers.
We'll talk all about it tomorrow. I'm going to a Mardi Gras party to drink all my sorrows away. This one was an emotional roller coaster.
Reminder: no cursing. I'm banning people like crazy.
Ugh.
Team Stats
| NO | SF | ||
| First Downs | 26 | 17 | |
| Total Yards | 468 | 407 | |
| Passing Yards | 431 | 264 | |
| Rushing Yards | 37 | 143 | |
| Penalties (Yds) | 0(0) | 3(33) | |
| Turnovers | 5 | 1 | |
| Punts (AVG) | 5(40) | 8(43) | |
| Time of Pos. | 31:20 | 28:40 |
Top Performers
| NEW ORLEANS SAINTS | ||||
| Passing | CP/AT | YDS | TD | INT |
| D. Brees | 40/63 | 458 | 4 | 2 |
| Rushing | CAR | YDS | TD | LG |
| C. Ivory | 9 | 23 | 0 | 7 |
| P. Thomas | 1 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Receiving | REC | YDS | TD | LG |
| D. Sproles | 15 | 116 | 1 | 44T |
| M. Colston | 9 | 136 | 1 | 31 |
| J. Graham | 5 | 103 | 2 | 66T |
| SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | ||||
| Passing | CP/AT | YDS | TD | INT |
| A. Smith | 24/42 | 299 | 3 | 0 |
| Rushing | CAR | YDS | TD | LG |
| F. Gore | 13 | 89 | 0 | 42 |
| A. Smith | 1 | 28 | 1 | 28T |
| Receiving | REC | YDS | TD | LG |
| V. Davis | 7 | 180 | 2 | 49T |
| F. Gore | 7 | 38 | 0 | 11 |
| M. Crabtree | 4 | 25 | 1 | 9 |
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Damn. Just damn.
Please…don’t anyone start up with the “you guys got five turnovers and only beat us by four points” theme. We’re not Minnesota. The 49ers won this game fair and square. Yeah, the Saints made a lot of mistakes…but the 49ers forced a lot of them. Let’s be gracious.
But, yeah…damn.
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
by MtnExile on Jan 14, 2012 7:30 PM CST reply actions 15 recs
I'm gonna have nightmares about those f'n turnovers
But the Niners did earn it in the fourth quarter. When Graham scored, I thought no way Alex Smith drives 87 yards. But they did.
"They're ready to be like 'Same Old Saints'" - Roman Harper, on each of the New Orleans Saints vanquished foes of 2009
by Hollywoo! on Jan 14, 2012 7:41 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
"We're not Minnesota."
What the hell is that supposed to mean???? I’m from Minnesota and I never said anything like that!!!!
Really? Where?
A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones that need the advice.
by FrozenFinger on Jan 14, 2012 7:45 PM CST up reply actions
2009
Minnesota fans and media claimed that they were giveaways and not takeaways when we beat them in the NFC champ game. Some were give but several were taken.
The problem in the world today is communication. Too much communication. - Homer Simpson
That's not all of it
It was the whole “you didn’t win, we beat ourselves” thing. And not just that, but the sheer volume of it. I don’t want to see that happen with us. Shouldn’t have said “Minnesota”; should have said “whining Vikings fans.”
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
by MtnExile on Jan 14, 2012 8:12 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
BOOM
Even though I rec’d the original comment, I have to rec you too for expounding the crux of MY sentiment….
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:20 PM CST up reply actions
"you didn’t win, we beat ourselves" thing.
is what I’m talking about
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:27 PM CST up reply actions
You’re kidding right? Just because YOU didn’t doesn’t mean others didn’t, so I’m assuming your kidding.
Haters gon' hate...
You nailed it, MtnExile!
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 7:52 PM CST up reply actions
rec'd
DAMN!!!
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 7:54 PM CST up reply actions
That was some bad dudes and "bad" is meant with every shred of respect I can gather together
with such a shredded soul
I lol'd at the Minnesota reference as a Lion's fan.
What's so funny 2011 Lions? Gordon Bombay doesn't think losing is funny.
Leshoure = 2012 Beastmode
Draft Konz!!
Saints need a new defense or coordinator or something
I’ve been a Saints fan for over 30 years and had my share of disappointment, but this is hard to take. We’ve all been through the days of losing to the 49er’s back when Montana and Rice were making history, when we were in the NFC west. We had a great D back then, but a poor offense. Now it’s reversed, but it feels like the old days again – so much hope, but the curse of the road and the NFC west can’t be escaped! Why can the Saints not beat these inferior teams (Seattle, SF, Rams). This team has one of the best offenses ever! and yet they still lost because of it’s defense – the turnovers sucked, but they were able to overcome those. Alex Smith just beat the Saints and that is simply ridiculous. Get rid of Williams and find a coordinator that can come up with a plan that plays to the Defensive strengths. The 49ers could have played a high school kid at QB and had the same success. This loss should not be swept under the rug by the Saints management – something clearly needs to be done and big changes need to be made. The only thing keeping the Saints from being talked about in the same respect as New England and the Colts is there under performing D – it’s sad that a team with an offense this good can’t get to the Superbowl or even the NFC Championship game. Another wasted season!
Disgusting performance!!
Yuck.
"I'm in the Courtroom screaming Who Dat on the double, serving gumbo with a shovel, dog i'm on another level" -Jay Electonica
My ex-wife has plenty of drinks...and she taunts Saints fans!
A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones that need the advice.
by FrozenFinger on Jan 14, 2012 8:31 PM CST up reply actions
So sad...
We could have gone all the way this year
by HollywoodSaint on Jan 14, 2012 7:34 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Hey troll, how did counting your chickens before they're hatched work out for you?
Speaking of birds, how does your canjun crow tastes? hahahahaha
by sanfranfanmdk on Jan 15, 2012 9:29 AM CST up reply actions 1 recs
much better
attack those who egregiously attacked you…that’s much less crappy than what you were doing before
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 10:26 AM CST up reply actions
honestly, there were too many to keep track of
but i remember this guy specifically lol…..and i did want to give a sincere good game to those that were respectful and not ignorant to facts and stats, and thought it would be a good, close game like it was
by sanfranfanmdk on Jan 15, 2012 11:14 AM CST up reply actions
thanks
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 11:45 AM CST up reply actions
It's up to you guys now
Don’t mess this up. No AFC Super Bowl winners, and no 49ers.
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
Not sure if serious, or just being mean
Would’ve thrown in the futurama fry meme but I don’t feel like making one. I’ll go with the former. Thanks brah. Good luck with the Giants.
by JellyPhantom on Jan 14, 2012 7:37 PM CST up reply actions
Serious.
I can’t stand the 49ers.
15-1
Back on track to Super Bowl XLVI!
MattFlynn4StartingQB
by arodgb on Jan 14, 2012 7:39 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
We had a pleasant, wholesome guy before him.
And it sucked.
I learned to like Harbaugh while at Stanford though. I am an alum. Sticking it to Carroll was… awkwardly satisfying..
Pete Carroll can suck it.
13.
In '62, Green Bay's 7th Championship season, the Packers took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and lost. In '11 they took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and got it right this time.
In '07, the Packers hosted a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and lost. In '11 they host a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and, again, we’re gonna get it right this time!"
He was complaining to the refs even after they made good plays…I didn’t get it.
by BlackandGold4ever on Jan 15, 2012 7:21 AM CST up reply actions
Good season
but I didn’t like that our D got sliced and diced by one player.
"The helmet doesn't make you, you make the helmet"- Jimbo Fisher
Formerly known as MattChampNole12
by Matt Champion on Jan 14, 2012 7:38 PM CST up reply actions
If you're a Packer fan, destroy ALL, wife and her family from Milwaukee,
was looking forward to friendly wagers and smack talk this wk, but now, not.
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Well, now we can look forward to eight months of bitchy fighting over whether it was the offensive line, the offensive play calling, the defensive play calling, the receivers, the defensive backs, the linebackers, the lack of quarterback pressure or something else that caused all of that.
It’s gonna be awesome.
trapped in grammar and calendars.
I wish the niners had worn black pants
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 7:53 PM CST up reply actions
Saints became one dimensional, 60 pass attempts, 5 turnovers, pretty much sums up the Saints performance.
NIners D played awesome
NIners D played awesome
32 points is awesome? The Saints D usually gives up 32 points. Except for tonight when they made Alex Smith look like Daryle Lomonica.
just realized
that’s one more than they scored @ Seattle last January
GUH.
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:25 PM CST up reply actions
Hold the Saints (#1 offense) to 32 points
That is nothing to be proud of when your QB is Alex Smith. Unless you’re playing a s*** defense like the Saints have. They made Alex Smith look like Y A Tittle.
Don’t say that. They went against Drew Brees. Sure 32 points but how many turnovers did they cause. How many sacks and how many hurries. They played pretty darn good. Don’t sound like the fan who has to figure out a way to make the loss look better just own up to it. The D won it for them by keeping the Saints from scoring earlier in the game and allowing it to be close enough for Alex to win.
Haters gon' hate...
The D won it for them by keeping the Saints from scoring earlier in the game and allowing it to be close enough for Alex to win.
I respectfully disagree. Alex Smith is a poor quarterback but a decent game manager. He has no business leading a game winning TD drive. He’s probably never done it 4 other times in his 7 years in the league. Until he got a load of the 2011 Saints D which made him look like freaking Norm Van Brocklin.
He's actually done it 4 times just this year, 5 if you count today's game.
He has no business leading a game winning TD drive. He’s probably never done it 4 other times in his 7 years in the league.
You mean when he beat Eli again?
Sufficiently advanced sarcasm is indistinguishable from being an @$$hole.
by So. Cal. Niner. Fan. on Jan 16, 2012 1:52 AM CST up reply actions
*beats
Sufficiently advanced sarcasm is indistinguishable from being an @$$hole.
by So. Cal. Niner. Fan. on Jan 16, 2012 1:52 AM CST up reply actions
It was definitely the play calling, no run game.
Haters gon' hate...
by TAYDIGGA on Jan 14, 2012 10:00 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Defensive play calling at the end of the game killed us. As much as I hate to say it,w e should have been playing prevent
by BlackandGold4ever on Jan 15, 2012 7:22 AM CST up reply actions
they played better than the Saints today
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 7:54 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
message to all respectable niners fans
I would’ve done this on niners nation, but there’s a waiting period to join, so screw that…
great game. I will admit that you did some things on D I didn’t think possible. Your defensive secondary played great and was probably the difference in the game. I’d be lying if I didn’t say if we play that game 10 times we win more than our share, but what are you gonna do? You made the plays and we couldn’t overcome that first half. Props for a great game. Hope we meet again soon. Next time lets do it in the dome, away from all of that horrible sunshine and grass, ok?
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
by SaintBevo on Jan 14, 2012 7:41 PM CST reply actions 2 recs
Niner fan here
Good game… Close, Brees brought it and played big at the end… I didn’t think Niners would win and the game be in the 30’s. You’ll be good next year, guaranteed. You just gotta get that home field advantage….
Now I’m off to become a Giants fan for a day :)
by musamonster on Jan 14, 2012 7:45 PM CST via iPhone app up reply actions
Thank you man.
Incredible game. You guys are the real deal. We’ll see you in the playoffs next year.
I'm just a simple Giants fan trying to make my way in the universe.
by Tim Lincecum's Bong on Jan 14, 2012 7:48 PM CST up reply actions
I've been watching your comments both here and on NN
You’re a class act, congratulations. the better team won. This game was epic.
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 7:56 PM CST up reply actions
Thanks
Also, why am I not sure the better team won? I’m kidding, but still… what a game.
I'm just a simple Giants fan trying to make my way in the universe.
by Tim Lincecum's Bong on Jan 14, 2012 7:57 PM CST up reply actions
The better team???
I disagree. On that day, yes – at home. Very evenly matched – one with a great offense and really bad D, the other with a great D and an average offense. I hate the 49ers because of past years in the same division and never beating them, so I am bitter. I do not think the 49ers have a better team. Put these 2 teams on a neutral site and the Saints win. That being said – congrats on winning, I know how it feels to win after not winning for so long.
The better team is the team that wins
The team that looses and claims otherwise is simply making excuses.
Now, on another day could it have turned out different, sure. But that is the nature of the game. However, this past Saturday SF simply was better. At least you lost to a higher seed, for whatever that is worth.
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 15, 2012 4:35 PM CST up reply actions
awesome game Saints fans.
thank you. that was a death battle to the finish. Always had respect for Brees and Company, and still do. As much as I hated all the slicing and dicing Breese still managed to pull off. Cheers to our good teams.
49ers 2012 Offseason: HELP WANTED at WR, DBs, & O-Line
That was a wild finish.
I could hear screams from the whole neighborhood here when VD got that catch..
Damn.. And it was nothing like I expected.
And thinking of it.
That was a good break to give up a TD on one play to Graham. If he was tackled in the red zone – we are hosed.
But then Alex could take a knee at 3 on his TD run.
Wild game.
Brees is still my favorite QB.
But AS11 earned it.
Thanks
good luck next year guys.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
It really was two great teams battling it out.
When NO came back with that TD with about 1:40 left, I was really nervous.
It was as close and as hard fought as I expected…I hate games like that! :-)
Good luck next year. NO is a classy organization.
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 14, 2012 9:05 PM CST up reply actions
Gregg Williams
Thats who this game falls on. Changes the D calls up the last two drives and lets their only real deep threat have two free releases.
This game is more gut wrenching than last year.
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
by Tim Goad on Jan 14, 2012 7:41 PM CST reply actions 2 recs
D was great the whole game except the final two drives. terrible way to end the game.
The problem in the world today is communication. Too much communication. - Homer Simpson
by WestBank on Jan 14, 2012 7:47 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Exactly.
Why change a successful formula? Thats the kind of stuff we did before Payton, and thats why we never won a road playoff game before.
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
agreed
D holding them to field goals after the turnovers was the reason we had a chance to win. They just seemed to run out of gas at the end.
The 2011 Saints: From Lockout to Knockout
I hope to j1khe follows Fisher to the Rams! That guy was all sizzle, no steak, as they say. But you have to run some to hope to win! The Saints gave up on unpredictability in the first quarter, and they paid for it.
"The Colts were punching at it and grabbing for it, trying to get it out. But I didn't care if they broke all my fingers. There was absolutely no way in the world I was going to let go of that ball. That was our ball.''-Chris Reis
by FuSoYa on Jan 14, 2012 8:07 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
I really really couldn't agree more
This is totally on GW
by LI Saint on Jan 14, 2012 8:12 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Roman Harper..please dont come back next year.
Roman F. Harper rutinely gets beaten like a step child in pass coverage. Happened last year …cost us a playoff run….happened this year….cost us a legit super bowl shot. What is it going to take for this guy to be fired? Roman…you are NOT a D lineman…youre not even a linebacker! I dont care how many sacks you get! You are a SAFETY!! I’m not sure if you quite understand this…but that means you have to play in PASS coverage. Your job is to not go get beaten over the top over and over and over and over…should i continue??…and OVER again. Please do us all a favor and retire. Thanks. Drew….keep leading the best offense….of all time!! Maybe one day the deffense will get their act together again.
by BreezyBush on Jan 14, 2012 7:43 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
They took Harper off Davis the 2nd half.
So, im not sure what youre referring to. Jenkins is the one who got toasted twice.
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
He wasnt on him on the two plays that basically won the game for the 49ers.
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
Yes, Jenkins..
Way to play. I don’t know how to fix whatever the problem is….Williams is a live by the sword, die by the sword type of coordinator and I think it’s easy for teams to gameplan around. He designs his schemes around turnovers and we just didn’t get any. I hope it gets fixed or we will never get back to the Superbowl. Really disappointed with the D…. for most of the year. It’s a good thing we have the best Offense ever, without it we would have bags on our heads again. But, I love the Saints and I look forward to next year.
I couldn't disagree more
This is not on Harper. He made plays today. He forced fumbles. And he wasn’t burned on that last TD by Davis.
I would put more blame on Williams for the play calls those last two drives, especially that last big play to Davis to set up the last TD. And Jenkins was on Davis on that play anyway.
Play more zone to prevent that big play.
But this is absolutely not on Harper.
"They're ready to be like 'Same Old Saints'" - Roman Harper, on each of the New Orleans Saints vanquished foes of 2009
by Hollywoo! on Jan 14, 2012 7:51 PM CST via mobile up reply actions 1 recs
well...
Harper could’ve tackled him about 20 yards earlier instead of flailing at his feet like a cockroach. That would’ve helped
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
I just dont want to see ppl start crucifying Harper for this loss
He made a ton of plays this game. Sometimes you gotta tip your hat to the other team.
Again, my problem is with the play calling. Leaving Jenkins one on one with a VERY athletic Davis, with no linebackers in the middle of the field to take away Davis’ inside leverage. From the overhead angle, you can see that play coming from a mile away.
My point is, this loss is not on Harper.
"They're ready to be like 'Same Old Saints'" - Roman Harper, on each of the New Orleans Saints vanquished foes of 2009
by Hollywoo! on Jan 14, 2012 8:00 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
that last TD was shanle imo…he didn’t slide
The problem in the world today is communication. Too much communication. - Homer Simpson
Noticed that too, Alex eye balled Davis the whole way, and the big catch to the 20yd
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Maybe, but I was referring to that last big play to Davis to set up his TD. That play was the backbreaker
"They're ready to be like 'Same Old Saints'" - Roman Harper, on each of the New Orleans Saints vanquished foes of 2009
by Hollywoo! on Jan 14, 2012 8:03 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
2-10-SF 33 (:40) (Shotgun) 11-Alex Smith pass deep left to 85-V.Davis to NO 20 for 47 yards (27-M.Jenkins). Caught at NO 45. 20-yds YAC
GDub called a blitz.
and he's now choking on the YAC
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:26 PM CST up reply actions
see above comment by me
re:Seattle January 2011
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:26 PM CST up reply actions
Yes. The thought was suggested to me. But it all makes so much sense…
Wonder if Sean Payton is pissed off?
Forget the 5 turnovers. Saints led by Drew BREEESSS!!! clawed their way back on top and GDub gambled it all away. I’ll bet they have words and GDub calls Jeff Fisher to commiserate after drinking as much as Drew Kerr has and Fisher goes “Jesus, Greg are you drunk?”
I bet Kenny chesney's not on stage at the post-season "wrap party" right now
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:46 PM CST up reply actions
can you imagine the film review after this game?
GW tells MJ he should tackle better, and MJ tells GW not to leave him on an island with a 3-point lead and 40 seconds to go.
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:47 PM CST up reply actions
agreed
Harper made way more plays in this game than I would have thought being on a bum ankle all week.
I am ready to say “Goodbye” to Gregg Williams as well. I think his deficiencies have been masked by having such an awesome offense that makes teams one-dimensional when the Saints are way ahead. In a tight game like today’s, not too good. Especially on last 2 drives
The 2011 Saints: From Lockout to Knockout
by MobileSaint on Jan 14, 2012 8:04 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Yeah. He'll probably move on to STL now, which wouldn't hurt my feelings.
I want Spags.
"They're ready to be like 'Same Old Saints'" - Roman Harper, on each of the New Orleans Saints vanquished foes of 2009
by Hollywoo! on Jan 14, 2012 8:08 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Harper makes the routine, scheme plays
Watch the sacks he has. He’s untouched. Hell I (coming off knee surgery) could make those plays. When does he EVER make a play that any other average safety couldn’t make?? NEVER. He doesn’t come down with a great pick. He doesn’t shake blockers and make great tackles. He gives up big plays and is late on coverage. Oh…and what does him leading the team in sacks tell you?? Our d line is CRAP!
off of what, like 13 carries. That’s like the Niners bragging about keeping the saints below 100 yards rushing when they ran the ball less than 20% of the time. A loss is a loss, Saints held Gore to 89 yards but let AS11 throw 300 with 3 TDS and a rushing TD.
Haters gon' hate...
A loss is a loss
@Seattle = @San Fran? Oh, no. No sir. This game was winnable. Was won. And GDub gambled unnecessarily and gave it away in one play.
Best thing I heard all day
Best thing I ‘ve heard all day.I’ ve been trying to get my friends to see how garbage Roman Harper plays in coverage.Everybody fans and all knew the forty niners game plan.Play good defense ,throw short passes, and use Vernon Davis.I knew it was coming just didn’t know when.Also Malcom Jenkins played really poor too.Its still a Gregg Williams mistake he never makes adjustments to match what the opponenets are trying to do.I sure hope we get together before Drew leaves in the future.The thought of Chase Daniels and this defense is scary.That could bring the aints back.The point of this all is after losing last year too a nfc west team again…just think the giants just beat the greenbay Packers.Giants would have been coming to the dome.How many superbowls would we have won.No way Giants beat us in the superdome.We messed up big time.Keep giving excuses for Greg and his band of safeties that bend but dont break.I’ve been hearing this crap all year ther’s no such thing.
Great (I mean, GREAT) game.
A lot of talk this week on both sides, and it lived up to the hype. Good game, and we’ll see you on the dome next year.
I don’t think this playoff rivalry is over. Here’s to doing it again next year and the years after. Again, good game. Win or lose, it was one for everybody to remember.
"Bears are crazy, Willie. They'll bite your head off if you're wearing steak on it."
by Blank x2 on Jan 14, 2012 7:45 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Malcolm Jenkins: Wanna get away?
Picked a bad time to have a very rough, rough introduction to VD……..it burns, burns, burns, burns © Johnny Cash
by Drinkin' Wit' Terrell Farley on Jan 14, 2012 7:47 PM CST up reply actions
Jenkins had a bad year...
and Harper seems better because of all of those sacks. I was worried about Vernon Davis before the game and damn if he didn’t kill us
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
"it's a sin to let their best player beat us"
sound familiar?
The 2011 Saints: From Lockout to Knockout
yep - i was thinking about that exact quote
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
We had 2 ppl to cover
SF isn’t known for having a high performance offense at all. It’s known for D. We needed to cover VD and Crabtree. That’s it. We couldn’t because of the way the game was called on defense and SF had a crushing defensive performance. Our D really hurt us, but I don’t know if it’s the coordinator or the players. Maybe our players just can’t play well in Williams’ scheme.
Oh, don't worry
I’m not likely to forget anytime soon. Not even after all the beer I plan on drinking in a real hurry.
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
based on those stats it doesn’t look like we should have lost
Yes, time flies. And where did it leave you? Old too soon...smart too late. - Mike Tyson
i thought stats didn't lie?
so confused
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
Theres one row on that graphic
that points to our reason for losing. Turnovers. Its not an excuse, its the reason. The 49ers were all over the ball in the 1st quarter.
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
No...
We over came the turnovers, it was clearly the big plays from AS, I can’t believe I just typed that……..but our D couldn’t stop the big plays and that is what killed us.
No....
If Brees hadnt thrown that interception in the first quarter and Sproles hadnt fumbled that punt, were looking at a completely different ballgame. Turnovers killed us.
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
yes it does!
The stats say the Saint passed over 60 times and ran like 14. Stats say Alex Smith produced 4 TD’s. Stats say the niners won the turnover battle. You must just be looking at Brees’ stats.
Haters gon' hate...
I saw the game. Alex Smith was Alex Smith with short fields to work with until the end of the game when the Saints D made him look like Len Dawson.
you're running out of HOF QBs (or HOF wannabe QBs)
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:25 PM CST up reply actions
and Johnny U.
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:32 PM CST up reply actions
Alex Smith most certainly did not look like Johnny Unitas.
13.
In '62, Green Bay's 7th Championship season, the Packers took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and lost. In '11 they took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and got it right this time.
In '07, the Packers hosted a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and lost. In '11 they host a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and, again, we’re gonna get it right this time!"
Earl Morral?
YA Tittle?
David Woodley?
Bob Griese?
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 10:27 AM CST up reply actions
that's something
at least you didn’t say Steve Walsh
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 11:46 AM CST up reply actions
True but isn’t that what matters? He did what he was supposed to when it counted. But still my point was the stats don’t look like the Saints won. Address that part.
Haters gon' hate...
He did what he was supposed to when it counted.
So did Tim Tebow. Up to the last few games and then tonight. Big deal.
Saints won TOP. Boom. Done.
Trippin
Alex made great, tight throws with the game on the line. Quit acting like the dude can’t play. Why wouldn’t you wanna admit he’s got skills? You’d rather say you lost to a garbage QB?
by mr. instigator on Jan 14, 2012 11:56 PM CST up reply actions
Your D is un believable
Alex is average at best, this is his best season and so far he has not managed to screw it up. You know as a niner fan unless you just started following the team this year that I am right. It is hard for us fans of a team with a truly elite quarterback to admit that a mediocre quarterback is anything but that.
"when an opponent is down, kick'em when they're down!" Bobby Hebert
yeah
but also following his career i know he’s never had a fair shake. look at his history with OCs and head coaches. look at the talent surrounding him from 05-08. plus, he’s a NEW QB this year, not a big stat guy, not saying he’s elite like drew, but let’s drop the “poor” QB farce. Dude just accounted for 4 TDs in a huge playoff game without turning the ball over. damn, a clutch game winning TD pass with 14 seconds left and he’s still getting slighted.
by mr. instigator on Jan 15, 2012 12:48 AM CST up reply actions
No, you are wrong.
He always was a very decent quarterback. Not in the Brees category (duh.. but who is?), but an above average in skills department. He had no line, few good targets and a carousel of sucky coaches and coordinators.
he did a little more than "not screw it up" last night
made some really good throws (no INTs, but he did fumble twice) and ran a 28-yard effing bootleg TD on a play that fooled nearly everyone in the secondary
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 6:21 AM CST up reply actions
Alex made great, tight throws with the game on the line.
I saw him sail quite a few out of bounds. With Drew Brees, we don’t get to see that much at all.
Quit acting like the dude can’t play.Dude, he CAN’T play. He’s not even Trent Dilfer. But the Saints D made him look like John Freaking Brodie.
Saints D held him to 299 and 3 TDs
also suffocated VD into only 180 yards and 2 TDs
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 10:29 AM CST up reply actions
Trent Dilfer's best game wasn't even close to what Alex did yesterday...
Alex Smith put up a Drew Brees-like stat line… That’s a major reason we won…
Believe what you want
Results don’t lie.
Alex has come back to LEAD game winning drives numerous times this season. He is accurate. He makes good decisions. He is CLUTCH.
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 15, 2012 4:37 PM CST up reply actions
5 TURNOVERS and 3 of them killed us
1st Drew Brees interception
Roby fumble on the kickoff return
Sproles fumble on the punt return
PT has a concussion. I will forgive his fumble. Did he return to the game?
Drew’s second int was inconsequential.
Having said all that, the best team won today, congratulations 49ers.
THIS SUCKS.
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 7:51 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
I think in retrospect...
the two special teams turnovers were much bigger than the others. That Sproles one came at a time where we force them into a 3 and out out of halftime and it shore felt like the tide was turning. Instead, we gave them 3 more points
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
Good point
I was calling them out in the sequence of the game. I agree with you impact-wise.
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:02 PM CST up reply actions
Oh yeah, those two ST turnovers killed us
Giving them the ball at our 15. TWICE. That’s the game right there.
"They're ready to be like 'Same Old Saints'" - Roman Harper, on each of the New Orleans Saints vanquished foes of 2009
by Hollywoo! on Jan 14, 2012 8:06 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Yeah short fields for SF, really short
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I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Yeah especially that punt fumble that was just over the top BS
The problem in the world today is communication. Too much communication. - Homer Simpson
over the top Ball Security
was an issue all game
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 7:57 PM CST up reply actions
five takeaways, how could ball security NOT be an issue?
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:22 PM CST up reply actions
I can't remember if I misread your post or if I posted on wrong comment.
You’re totally correct.
Haters gon' hate...
I have a hard time tracking back replies on these long threads, sometimes
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:36 PM CST up reply actions
Did he return to the game?
Not sure if he’s returned to Earth yet. He was unconscious before he hit the ground after that collision.
He fell like a sack of potatoes...
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:39 PM CST up reply actions
Hard to fault an unconscious man for letting go of the ball...
I thought Pierre Thomas was the one back to worry about this game, run-wise… Taking him out on the first drive ended up being huge…
The niners hit hard… That’s, I believe, the 6th RB we’ve knocked out of the game this season…
Fantastic game… I can’t wait to tell my children about it someday…
Tough one.
I just have to wonder why Ellis was not running a total prevent on the last series. I understand that for the past few years it has been “well that is just how the Saints play.” I would rather trade Ellis and his “high pressure” defense for one that is solid. They will never have to be the best defense, just not the worst. It is one thing if they create ton of turnovers, but they don’t anymore. I hope they get a new coordinator.
Good game y'all...
I love all y’all throughout the week… no matter how much trash you talked to talking football… You guy were great… and I was really happy when you guys won the SB a couple years ago.
Drew Brees is one of the best QB’s to ever play the game.
Love y’all… I’ll visit N.O. someday… maybe I’l see some of you guys there.
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Good luck the rest of the NN Fans
Drew Brees....MVS Most Valuable Saint! Who Dat!!!
by cajuncommando58 on Jan 14, 2012 7:53 PM CST up reply actions
rest of the way
Drew Brees....MVS Most Valuable Saint! Who Dat!!!
by cajuncommando58 on Jan 14, 2012 7:54 PM CST up reply actions
trying to come back to EARTH but I'm still stunned
what happened?
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
WE lost to a VERY good defensive team
that made plays offensively when they needed to
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 7:55 PM CST up reply actions
will be depressed all week looking fwd to the 2012-2013 run
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
those broncos just won't go away easily huh???
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
guess i can deflate my saint's balloons now will save them for next year
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
Honestly
I was hoping for a Saints v Broncos Superbowl..just to find out who Jesus really backs. I may have my answer sooner than Feb 5th if the broncos win tonight.
The problem in the world today is communication. Too much communication. - Homer Simpson
Number 1 thing I hate about the post season?
Talking about draft pics like we have a voice in it.
Looking forward to seven months of talking about hamburgers!
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 7:58 PM CST reply actions
On top of that, were so good we pick 28th this year.
We have very little draft value that high. Ugh.
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
no first round pick
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
yeah we traded up for Ingram
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 8:03 PM CST up reply actions
uuggggggghhhh
did not need that information now. ha!
Oh well.
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
actually no...
We traded it…
Rooting for the fleur-de-lys where the fleur-de-lys comes from !
by Malcolm the French on Jan 14, 2012 8:08 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
will send the receivers those gloves with the little nubs on them so they can hold onto the dang ball
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
You guys run one of my favorite non-49ers blogs ... just wanted to say great game, and I personally apologize for any idiots from NN that come over here and get banned.
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Thanks, dude.
BTW those idiots are not your fault. Thanks anyway, though.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:02 PM CST up reply actions
Hah - if you go to NN, one guy is complaining about being banned, and there's five or six replies telling him he deserved it.
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Every blog has there share
To be honest, I was tempted to come here and talk smack due to a bunch of disrepect thrown our way prior to the game…but it’s just not in me. It’s fine to throw the smack before a game – that is just part of being a fan. But after the game, win-or-lose, stay classy!
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 14, 2012 9:08 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
If he was BANNED...
He woldn’t be able to respond … Would he?
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A guy from NN was banned here.
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by James Brady on Jan 14, 2012 11:21 PM CST up reply actions
Congrats on the win
We will hold some contempt over the 49ers for awhile, but soon enough we will realize that we didnt help our cause and lost to a really good team.
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
Class
good luck to you guys next week!
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:02 PM CST up reply actions
good game...crappy ending. *shrugs*
-Lombardi was wrong...it's the internet, not fatigue that makes cowards of us all. But then again, what do you expect. Not like the guy could see the future.
don't know about good game
sloppy game – exciting ending – bad finish
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:12 PM CST up reply actions
Thanks for all the classy Niners fans stopping by--good luck. Drunk and I'm going to get a pizza to wash some of this beer up and then drink a little more...
sigh, Like St Jenkins, first LSU and now my Saints, rough ending to this season. New hope next season as always. I like the way our D played. They were aggressive and it was working—maybe should have held back at the end, but the 9ers made the plays. Geaux Saints, draft well!
GET TO THE RIM HEAT (and SKY)! ATTACK THE PAINT!
"Classy Niner fan" here
I love Brees, but he had to go down today :) Completely rooted for you in the Superbowl against Indy and will probably pull for you next time you get there!
Am I the only one who is really hoping this is Greg Williams last game?
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:02 PM CST reply actions
He gav us a better d than what we had before
He is unfortunately too stubborn at times with his blitzes
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:03 PM CST up reply actions
You may not be the only one.....
But I am not on your side. I think it is a valid debate, but who are you going to replace him with? After 5 turnovers, to even have a chance……
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:11 PM CST up reply actions
ALEX SMITH ...
Like a zombie……. Just won’t die
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kudos to him, I liked were we had him making him win the game and he made the plays, vernon to
GET TO THE RIM HEAT (and SKY)! ATTACK THE PAINT!
Where is
the pea shooter when you need it…
by WhoDatUpInYa on Jan 14, 2012 9:22 PM CST up reply actions
hope you get unbanned
and yeah Alex Smith clutch like Montana
David Akers is the Tebow of kickers
by Grabtree15 on Jan 15, 2012 12:18 AM CST via Android app up reply actions
Super Bowl in the Dome next year right?
Homefield Advantage all the way in 2012-2013! Put ya Bally’s On © Bust Down
by Drinkin' Wit' Terrell Farley on Jan 14, 2012 8:03 PM CST reply actions
Not gonna happen
We won’t be as good next year. We’ll lost free agents, and I doubt we’ll have the draft to replace them. This was our window. That’s why damn.
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
Who are our FA by the way?
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:06 PM CST up reply actions
Colston is 1
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by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 8:07 PM CST up reply actions
loads – http://www.rotoworld.com/teams/contracts/nfl/no/
The problem in the world today is communication. Too much communication. - Homer Simpson
Money to resign Brees, Colston, Nicks?
let Meachem go?
who else?
by Drinkin' Wit' Terrell Farley on Jan 14, 2012 8:06 PM CST up reply actions
They will find the money for Brees Colston & Nicks believe me
Meachem will most likely be let go. But we have AA and Joseph Morgan (dude’s a burner) waiting to step up. I doubt they keep Franklin and Rogers. Greg Romeus will probably be the pass rusher we are looking for next season. Believe me the window isn’t closed at all. But we need a change on defense as far as coaching IMHO.
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:11 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Tracy Porter is another interesting one
Roby might be gone also
by Drinkin' Wit' Terrell Farley on Jan 14, 2012 8:13 PM CST up reply actions
TP is GONE
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:14 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Yeah he is....he regressed something serious this season
I wouldn’t be suprised if we use Ivory as a trade chip to move up in the draft. Maybe even PT (even though I really want him to stay) to get a true defensive playmaker.
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:18 PM CST up reply actions
Hold on there big fella....
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:28 PM CST up reply actions
OK......PT is going a bit to far
but lets face it if we want a legit defensive playmaker we are going to have to sacrifice…..and it just might be Tusk. If we don’t luck up in the 2nd round of the draft or Greg Romeus doesn’t shake out…..what do we have. We stuck with Harper. Jenkins has regressed. TP is gone (although I think with a full OTAs and TC Johnny Patrick and Romeus will make some strides)
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:45 PM CST up reply actions
If you have the QB, you have a shot...
What we need is get that number 1 or 2 seed, it’s a paramount!
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:06 PM CST up reply actions
LB'er help ASAP
in the worst way
by Drinkin' Wit' Terrell Farley on Jan 14, 2012 8:13 PM CST up reply actions
agreed, ME - last 4 first rounders
2008 – Ellis – just a guy (but we traded up into top 10 to get him – GAAAA!)
2009 – Jenkins – just a guy
2010 – P-Rob – just a guy
2011 – Cam Jordan – just a guy
tell me i’m wrong – what a waste of top picks
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:16 PM CST up reply actions
I would love to tell you that you're wrong
But then I’d be wrong
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:23 PM CST up reply actions
maybe not entirely a waste - I'm a bit upset right now
plus, this game was in their hands to win
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:25 PM CST up reply actions
l think Jenkins is better than this group.
And PRob has potential to be better than this group.
Not that any of them are first round quality.
yeah
hey need a bit more scheming help
Pats just went up 35-7
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:45 PM CST up reply actions
Jenkins is more than just a guy, but he had a baaaad year.
I like how Jordan came on down the stretch. Sometimes it takes D-linemen a year or two to come into their own.
P rob could be just a guy and Ellis is definitely just a guy.
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
There is NO freaking way.....
That I can vote for anyone to be player of the game after this heartbreaking loss.
I will still say that the team has heart, resiliency, and character. It would have been easy to give up this thing after 4 turnovers in the first half.
My computer is shorting out from the tears dropping on the keyboard……
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:05 PM CST reply actions
I voted Sproles, but understand where you are coming from
GET TO THE RIM HEAT (and SKY)! ATTACK THE PAINT!
can't & won't dont think any of them deserve it
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 8:08 PM CST up reply actions
I voted Colston.
Couldn’t vote for the fumblers, INTs by Drew, or blown coverages on D.
Drew Brees....MVS Most Valuable Saint! Who Dat!!!
by cajuncommando58 on Jan 14, 2012 8:13 PM CST up reply actions
Jimmy showed a lot of heart and gumption tonight. He was hurt. And still played like that. Wish he’d fallen down at the 10 though.
might have been the best thing to happen to Saints today
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:46 PM CST up reply actions
Waited to post this to try to let you guys get over it a bit
But I’m not sure it was enough… I’m in hell forever after a tough loss like that. Anyway, that was an absolutely fantastic game, and you guys are a great team. I’ve always been a fan of Drew Brees and the Saints – not like the Niners, of course, but I like you guys. In the superdome, I think you guys could beat any other team in the league, and it took an absolutely superhuman effort to beat you guys even on our own turf. As well, I’ve seen nothing but class from Saints fans. Great game, and see you guys in the playoffs (and the regular season I believe) next year.
I'm just a simple Giants fan trying to make my way in the universe.
by Tim Lincecum's Bong on Jan 14, 2012 8:06 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
I propose a merger
Your defense, our offense. We’d be unstoppable. What? Your offense scored more anyway? Yeah, well…damn.
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
Oh God yes.
I would love that. We’d win every game.
I'm just a simple Giants fan trying to make my way in the universe.
by Tim Lincecum's Bong on Jan 14, 2012 8:09 PM CST up reply actions
Hey Tim's Bong
nice words, thanks!
Your team played so well, especially defensively and was tremendous on offense when it needed to!
Good luck the rest of the way!
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:08 PM CST up reply actions
I’m pretty sure if Sharper was on the field he would have picked off Smith at least once in the game – I don’t get how Ed Reed is still playing but Sharper is not
Yes, time flies. And where did it leave you? Old too soon...smart too late. - Mike Tyson
Sharper got burned just as much as Harper last season
was no way he was gonna make an impact this season. BUT I think he should have been a DB coach for us. Jenkins was lost without Sharper;s guidance and you can tell. He started taking his cues from Harper and lost all of his ability to react and cover but became a big hitter instead.
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:14 PM CST up reply actions
sharper has bad knees
The problem in the world today is communication. Too much communication. - Homer Simpson
We need help on Defense, don't care what position really!!!
If Gregg Williams is gone, who do we bring in? do we fight the Falcons for Spagnuolo?
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
Bring in Saban for DC
The problem in the world today is communication. Too much communication. - Homer Simpson
LSU would love that!
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:18 PM CST up reply actions
LSU would love Saban leaving the SEC I mean
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:22 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Hope we can get him and his team next year in BR, we have a lot coming back and may actually...
have a qb with good passing skills in Mett (sorry JJ and JLee, love you both for what you have done but I wont miss your passing for the most part).
GET TO THE RIM HEAT (and SKY)! ATTACK THE PAINT!
Ooops a little drunk, yes, go to the NFL Saban, but I still hope we beat the Tide in BR next year..
GET TO THE RIM HEAT (and SKY)! ATTACK THE PAINT!
As a Saints fan & a Bama fan
LOL
Proud member of the Who Dat Nation since, well, a while back. And a Bama fan since before that...
by groovergirl on Jan 14, 2012 8:20 PM CST via Android app up reply actions
Yaaaaaaaaay Boooooooooooooo! :-D
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:21 PM CST up reply actions
Now that's funny right there.....
I don’t care who you are
Saban has tried the NFL, and he is DONE with it
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:30 PM CST up reply actions
^^^This^^^
Proud member of the Who Dat Nation since, well, a while back. And a Bama fan since before that...
by groovergirl on Jan 14, 2012 8:33 PM CST via Android app up reply actions
well, that would make you have a sad if he did, Bama fan (congrats btw) ;) but yeah, he ain't going nowhere...
today we are both in pain—not just me, see y’all in BR next year. GEAUX SAINTS!!
GET TO THE RIM HEAT (and SKY)! ATTACK THE PAINT!
Can someone explain to me
why we insisted on going with an empty backfield all night, with the 9ers bringing heat constantly? I know I’m just a chick, so surely I’m missing something.
Proud member of the Who Dat Nation since, well, a while back. And a Bama fan since before that...
by groovergirl on Jan 14, 2012 8:36 PM CST via Android app up reply actions
We gave up on the run.....
Why pretend? 63 attempts for Drew. Has there ever been a game won when a team attempts that many passes?
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:42 PM CST up reply actions
But you can still leave somebody back there to block
knowing that Brees is going to need more time.
Proud member of the Who Dat Nation since, well, a while back. And a Bama fan since before that...
by groovergirl on Jan 14, 2012 8:45 PM CST via Android app up reply actions
Why, is he that good of a D coordinator or something?
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:20 PM CST up reply actions
He's always had a good/great defense
just nevery any weapons outside of MJD on offense.
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:22 PM CST up reply actions
Pretty good duuuuude!
Name me 1 player on the Jac defense this year. After you cant….go look at their defensive stats this year.
Rashean Mathis
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:24 PM CST up reply actions
Golf clap.
Bc he’s a household name…digging pretty deep there arent we? My point is…he knows his stuff. Has good to great defenses year in and year out with little talent.
Hahaha, I agree with you, I was just being a smart *ss!
you make good points, we’ll see what happens with G-Will
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:29 PM CST up reply actions
Funny you should mentioned him
He was on my plane from N.O. to ATL on Tuesday. Wonder why?
Proud member of the Who Dat Nation since, well, a while back. And a Bama fan since before that...
by groovergirl on Jan 14, 2012 8:21 PM CST via Android app up reply actions
Uh oh...interviewing for the Falcons D-coord?
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:23 PM CST up reply actions
Going from N.O. to Tampa
nothing more, nothing less
A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones that need the advice.
by FrozenFinger on Jan 14, 2012 8:34 PM CST up reply actions
Now that's what I want to hear
Personally, I don’t like the “get rid of ______” talk if you can’t identify a better replacement for ____
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:25 PM CST up reply actions
but seriously
if we get someone from college – Dick Bumpas from TCU
The problem in the world today is communication. Too much communication. - Homer Simpson
I think spags would be an upgrade...
and said as much before this game
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
as much as I wanted us to win I am glad that we had another winning season and another playoff appearance…I just hope we don’t turn into the Colts with Manning ya know the team that is so good and makes the playoffs but only won the SuperBowl once
Yes, time flies. And where did it leave you? Old too soon...smart too late. - Mike Tyson
or worse, we could be like the eagles and get to playoffs all the time and then the SB and not win
The problem in the world today is communication. Too much communication. - Homer Simpson
thought if a team was in the SB and the SB was held on their home turf the venue would be changed
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 8:30 PM CST up reply actions
Nope.
Jerry Jones practically guaranteed a Cowboys Super Bowl win in his shinny new stadium.
Yep, God DOES have a sense of humor!
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:33 PM CST up reply actions
I'm leaving that to someone much younger than me and with much more energy than I have right now.
(That could be just about anyone.)
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:24 PM CST up reply actions
til Sept 1st there are 291 days
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 8:29 PM CST up reply actions
And there is 352 shopping days till Christmas.
That’s an extra day due to leap year.
Drew Brees....MVS Most Valuable Saint! Who Dat!!!
by cajuncommando58 on Jan 14, 2012 8:31 PM CST up reply actions
What an awesome Game
Hopefully you guys will have a prosperous off season.
Good luck former world champs
hindisight is 20/20, alien
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:25 PM CST up reply actions
he also ran the Lions into the ground
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:58 PM CST up reply actions
true story
friend of mine was watching NFL game – Millen’s last one in the broadcast booth before taking over GM duties @ DET.
And Stockton was giving him a “good-bye, we’ll miss you, good luck” speech at the end. This friend calls me and tells me to turn it to FOX to watch the speech, and asks me what “community service award” is this guy with Downs Syndrome getting? – I tell him it’s an announcer going to be the GM of DET, and he says – “They’re in trouble.”
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:31 PM CST up reply actions
no disrespect meant
to you or Downs Syndrome
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:48 PM CST up reply actions
This script has been written before
The Saints go into Candlestick as favorites, the Niners defense feels disrespected, and has 2 weeks to prepare. They were already an elite defense, and it really showed. Now they’ll either go to GB or host the G-men and probably have a big let-down. Oh well…
Congratulations to the 49ers, they earned this win every step of the way. They outplayed the Saints in all 3 phases and were the better team today. I wish we hadn’t lost PT on the first series, but that’s football. Good luck, just WAIT UNTIL NEXT YEAR!
Hmmm...
I probably shouldn’t come on this. ;-)
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by Dave Cariello on Aug 24, 2011 10:31 AM PDT
yup
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:58 PM CST up reply actions
so should Brees still be considered for MVP?
Yes, time flies. And where did it leave you? Old too soon...smart too late. - Mike Tyson
Why the hell not?
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:27 PM CST up reply actions
I am just thinking that some smart a$$ analyst will find a way to blame this loss on Brees
Yes, time flies. And where did it leave you? Old too soon...smart too late. - Mike Tyson
No doubt that will happen.
Screw ’em.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:31 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Shut up Drew Brees.
Drew Brees flat out is the MVP. People say how great a WR core we have. Really? Colston 7th round, Moore undrafted, Meach….ok fine 1st round, Henderson aka clank. Drew MAKES these guys great. Could you imagine what he would do with some top TOP talent? Andre Johnson, Larry Fitz, Megatron, AJ Green, Steve Smith, Moss in his prime type guys. It wouldn’t even be fair.
we will see how Rogers plays 2morrow against the Giants, it might come down to the wire on this one
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 8:35 PM CST up reply actions
They've actually already voted on the MVP they just don't announce it till later....
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:49 PM CST up reply actions
Of course.
I certainly like him over Rogers.
Yes
Rodgers had an unbelievable year… but Brees set records, and has already been cheated out of 2 MVPs by Manning… I think Rodgers will win it.. but Brees should have 3 by now.
Next weekend I start getting caught up on six months of ignored chores.
(Where’s that damn rake?)
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:30 PM CST reply actions
I just want a DC that is gonna understand the situations he's in.....
not rely on pressure all the time with these blitzing schemes. Don’t leave your DBs (who outside of Greer are very suspect) on an island all the time because you want show how many “exotic” blitzes you have. You don’t have the talent on the DL to do that so come up with coverage schemes and stop the run. Stop relying on the big hit and preach sound tackling. Stop relying on you offense to cover up you problems and TEACH YOUR PLAYERS HOW TO PLAY AN ALL AROUND DEFENSIVE GAME. Realize that when one of your players is consistently beat by the same play or skill player that he needs help. Stop playing your DBs 10 yds off their man when the opposing team only needs 3-5 yds to get a 1st/TD…….this defense has been broken for a long time but because our offense covers it up nothing has been done about it. This should show them that something finally needs to be done.
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:32 PM CST reply actions
+ teach them how to catch a ball when it come their way
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 8:33 PM CST up reply actions
P-Rob GAAAA
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:50 PM CST up reply actions
yeah i can agree with this. But you should have added that, yes, Williams is broken but let’s not forget that the DB’s still can’t catch
The problem in the world today is communication. Too much communication. - Homer Simpson
thats what I mean by teach all around defense
when you have a game like that where you drop INT’s the next practice those players are catching ball for 2-3 hours. Get back to basics……when I played BBall in high school if we had a game where we missed more than 5-10 free throws we shot free throws the 1 entire practice the next week. The next practice we spent the first half of practice shooting FTs then the second half installing the game plan…. and so on.
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:39 PM CST up reply actions
G'night all.
Drew Brees....MVS Most Valuable Saint! Who Dat!!!
by cajuncommando58 on Jan 14, 2012 8:32 PM CST reply actions
Goodnight Cajun!
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
by Stilljreming on Jan 14, 2012 8:33 PM CST up reply actions
night Cajun
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 8:33 PM CST up reply actions
G'night, bro.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:34 PM CST up reply actions
G'night
Don’t let visions of today give you nightmares
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:44 PM CST up reply actions
Calling it a night too, see you guys for the draft or something! :-)
Expect more...you'll get more...and if you don't, start over!
Take care. No nightmares, ok?
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:34 PM CST up reply actions
free agency starts in March
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:44 PM CST up reply actions
Brady making a run for MVP.
Too little too late.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:35 PM CST up reply actions
Night, NO1
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:37 PM CST up reply actions
Saints need playmakers on defense
No interceptions by safeties this year…none…zero…nada
But I want to end on a positive not. Saints overcame a lot of adversity today..They played huge at crunch time. they could not make stops when they needed at the end. Last year I was angry after the Saints lost to Seattle…This year, I am just disappointed at how it ended.
Oh, and fire Greg Williams
"I have had a perfectly wonderful evening, but this wasn't it." Groucho Marx
I'm gonna' save people a lot of typing this off season. Just say
FGW
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:38 PM CST up reply actions
Playmakers cost $$$$ unless you’re smart enough to draft them. The budget is mostly allocated on offense.
Vilma is damaged, needs to renegotiate or hit the road: 2012: $5.4 million, 2013: $5.9 million, 2014: Free Agent
You are right
We need to draft them
"I have had a perfectly wonderful evening, but this wasn't it." Groucho Marx
by BenDerDonDat on Jan 14, 2012 9:13 PM CST up reply actions
There is no indication that the Saints can effectively evaluate defensive talent. Will Smith? Fluke.
Now this is a story all about how, my life got flip turned upside down...
13.
In '62, Green Bay's 7th Championship season, the Packers took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and lost. In '11 they took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and got it right this time.
In '07, the Packers hosted a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and lost. In '11 they host a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and, again, we’re gonna get it right this time!"
Nope
13.
In '62, Green Bay's 7th Championship season, the Packers took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and lost. In '11 they took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and got it right this time.
In '07, the Packers hosted a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and lost. In '11 they host a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and, again, we’re gonna get it right this time!"
HA!!!
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:11 PM CST up reply actions
Wiedmann
13.
In '62, Green Bay's 7th Championship season, the Packers took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and lost. In '11 they took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and got it right this time.
In '07, the Packers hosted a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and lost. In '11 they host a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and, again, we’re gonna get it right this time!"
Clayton's a running "bit" over here
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 6:22 AM CST up reply actions
Thank you for a fantastic game.
I know we had people on both sides that were very confident in their respective teams, but I think a lot of us were secretly scared of each other for very good reason and both sides proved it tonight. I was excited for this game all week and was not disappointed. I’m fairly sure the Saints took about 15 years off my life tonight. Damn you guys have a good team this year. I’m sure you’ll have an even better one next year. Much respect, and thank you again.
by jveezy on Jan 14, 2012 8:39 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
Thanks, bro.
Good luck.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:42 PM CST up reply actions
That's a mouthful..
but I think a lot of us were secretly scared of each other for very good reason and both sides proved it tonight.
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 8:50 PM CST up reply actions
like Chris Breezy said “I’m done”
Yes, time flies. And where did it leave you? Old too soon...smart too late. - Mike Tyson
really?
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:49 PM CST up reply actions
We played a good game but
We should have played conservative defense. Give them the short stuff and play for overtime at most. Too many mistakes happened by now. Time was ticking away. I can’t blame the players but every lost is a coach’s lost! (GW) Harper and Jenkins got burnt before. They need help. Brees, Sproles, Graham created miracles and the defense couldn’t cover 85yds in 98 secs. Brees M.V.P. We were the better team. We let one slip through our fingers! Who Dat forever strong!
time to cut ties wth GW like jettisoning GG after 2008
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
A lot of people are saying this
…but is it really Williams’ fault? Was it scheme, or play calls, or inadequate play? I honestly don’t know. I do know that Williams’ guys all love him…so maybe it’s time to simply get him better guys.
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
I think caps are in order
GET HIM BETTER GUYS.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:54 PM CST up reply actions
if you don't have better guys, what should you do?
scheme better – don’t blitz if you can’t back it up
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:56 PM CST up reply actions
Those last 2 TDs are Williams fault IMO
He left there only down the field threat in single coverage…..that a scheme issue and you just cant do that. After Jimmy caught that TD the defensive calls should have involved double to triple coverage on Davis the rest of the time
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:55 PM CST up reply actions
I agree on that
But maybe it was busted coverage? I don’t know, so I’m not going to try to pin it all on Williams until I do.
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
It's not all on Williams...
D played well most of the day, but in that situation (last drive) after they had just marched down field, mostly on the back of Davis, there’s no way he should be covered like that. Who knows though? Maybe players screwed up coverage.
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
That ill advised blitz lost the game. It could have been lost on later plays, but those weren’t needed, that one was enough.
2-10-SF 33 (:40) (Shotgun) 11-Alex Smith pass deep left to 85-V.Davis to NO 20 for 47 yards (27-M.Jenkins). Caught at NO 45. 20-yds YAC
36 points to the 9ers....that says it all.
Not to disrespect the 9ers, but they don’t score that many points very often. You have to be getting beat on almost every play for them to score that many points. That is a D problem and we have a big one.
To be fair, SF doesn't score that much because they usually don't have to
That is what most people don’t understand. SF plays to win based what works for them – getting the lead then eating up clock and controlling the game. They go high-percentage/low-risk on offense once in that situation beacuse their D is that good. BUT in the few times where we have had to put up points, we have.
Stats can be very misleading without proper context.
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 15, 2012 4:39 PM CST up reply actions
I honestly don't wanna watch the playoffs anymore. I can care less who wins it now
just like last year I watched the SB but found it boring……
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:50 PM CST reply actions
that feeling is growing inside me, too
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:08 PM CST up reply actions
Gotta say that Jimmy Graham is a trooper...
That guy hit his head… prob had a concussion… and still came back to play…
Very tough guy…….
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Yeah he was a warrior
I thought he was gonna be out of the game after he hit his head the first time.
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 8:52 PM CST up reply actions
I'm already hungover
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
good call
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:53 PM CST up reply actions
To all Saint's fans:
First, Falcon fan here. And, as any good Falcon/Saints fan… I have a good deal of dislike/hatred for y’all team but this is not the time.
Just wanted to drop by and tell you guys congrats on a great year! Even though we may not agree on our football teams. I still have a lot of respect for yours. I felt like I was going to die last week but I made it through. So, will you guys! Hang in there… Props for a great year and let’s get back to disliking each other next year!
by Gjmoody on Jan 14, 2012 8:53 PM CST via iPhone app reply actions
Already started!
:-)
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:56 PM CST up reply actions
Knew I hated y'all for some reason;)
by Gjmoody on Jan 14, 2012 9:00 PM CST via iPhone app up reply actions
hehe, hate does not take a vacation. Thanks for being a classy Falcons fan
GET TO THE RIM HEAT (and SKY)! ATTACK THE PAINT!
Falcoholic fans are just about the best there are. I can’t figure that one out.
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
Except for that Nazi Dave Choate!
;-)
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 9:40 PM CST up reply actions
Ever heard of a "sense of humor?"
Didn’t take the time to drop by to “be figured out..” Just wanted to give congrats on your season!
by Gjmoody on Jan 14, 2012 10:47 PM CST via iPhone app up reply actions
Remember hate is NOT the opposite of love.....
Still hate your team, your coach, and your QB :-)
Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die!
WHO DAT?!
TWO DAT!!
by LA_No1_SaintFan on Jan 14, 2012 10:42 PM CST up reply actions
Oh, no... I won't sleep all night now!
by Gjmoody on Jan 14, 2012 10:49 PM CST via iPhone app up reply actions
49ers fan here
Ill admit. Ive been reading this blog all week. Read most of the comments. And from what I read I saw alot of cocky people pretty much guaranteeing a win. ( Although with your offense and winning streak I did not completely blame you for the confidence)
When I came on this blog again about a half hour ago I expected to read alot of excuse and nasty comments.
HOWEVER
I have never seen a group of people handle a lose with more class then you guys have right now. Especially one in that fashion. Very impressive. You guys should be proud of the way your represented yourself, your blog, team and city. You guys had a great team and will be dominate for years to come
Once again very impressive. Dont hang your heads. You have one hell of a team.
by Collin B on Jan 14, 2012 8:54 PM CST reply actions 2 recs
thanks
enjoy it…good luck next week
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 8:55 PM CST up reply actions
Same to y'all
We’ve seen our share of bad fans (Vikings, Eagles, Jets), and you guys are definitely a cut above. You were also very, very lucky. Damn. I said I wouldn’t go there.
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
Thanks, bro.
PLEASE feel free to ban any idiot trolls on your site who claim they are Saints fans.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 8:58 PM CST up reply actions
I'm out. Gonna miss the Saints and this:
by Lostastic on Jan 14, 2012 8:58 PM CST reply actions 3 recs
bring the tail..... leave the gate
that pic is kinda old but still, ……….NICE
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
THERE MAY NOT BE A TEAM MORE WORTHY OF THIS LOSS
The Saints are clearly a team that is hard to like because they display no sportsmanship. They are almost always a “pile it on” team, some might even call them a “bully team”. They put up a lot of record yards at the end of games when teams were basically laying down thinking that they wouldn’t throw or try to score meaningless points. Good luck next year!!
When you type a comment
have a point.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 9:03 PM CST up reply actions
The point is..
You put a target on your back when you play ***hole. And today was one of the days when maybe if it cost you an inch, then it cost you a game. And that turned in to another year where you go home.
thanks for the meaningless comment with no substance to back it up
if you don’t like it, don’t watch, if you are a fan of one of the losing teams, get better, this ain’t pop warner kid
by Drinkin' Wit' Terrell Farley on Jan 14, 2012 9:03 PM CST up reply actions
Watch the games
If I need to point out the numerous situations when Brees didn’t need to be in there, then you and I have a different view of how this game should be played. I saw enough Packers games toward the end of the season to know that at least they have some class. And I can’t stand the Packers.
Prisco is that you?
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 9:04 PM CST up reply actions
if you're only going to post 8 times in history,
each one should make some sort of sense.
I, for one, refuse to apologize for the way this team played. I wouldn’t have had it any other way. If your team couldn’t stop us, tough.
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
It wasn't for lack of effort, ours guys battled, GW blew it, with 2 plays
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Thanks for taking the time...
To look up my history.
My team is still playing. Maybe not for long but my night of sleep will be better than yours. Go home.
Good Season
Listen, Saints are an outstanding team and it looks like we’ll see you guys next year at our place.
Guess I’m still smarting from 11/28.
Damn right you are. And you would’ve got spanked again if you’d somehow got past the FudgePackers and GDub hadn’t called that blitz in order to puff himself up a little.
I just wish GW managed games as well as Alex Smith
ain’t it the truth????
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:15 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
well that's interesting
I don’t mind taking some risk but GDub was wild ass at Seattle last year and in the 4th quarter tonight. Do some calculation and keep your big gut out of it. And your big head.
thought I was agreeing with you
why hitting me after the whistle?
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:28 PM CST up reply actions
gotcha
bit sensitive about my own gut
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:32 PM CST up reply actions
and your big head
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:38 PM CST up reply actions
oops my big gut
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:39 PM CST up reply actions
I took a stab at editing your comment which sucked btw
Blah, blah, blah……Good luck next year!!
better now
GET TO THE RIM HEAT (and SKY)! ATTACK THE PAINT!
just saw Alex Smith's bootleg TD run again - GAAAAA!!!!
great call, good execution….eye-stabbing frustration
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
what a great play call that was
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
Good game Fumbles were terrible I even fumbled 2 beers in the st half so I turned to the whiskey
I love the Saints and I always will.
I am rooting for a 49er raven soper bowl
I tried to kick my wife out of the house for not waering her saint tshirt
I need a hug
Just because we have chiseled abs and stunning features, it doesn't mean that we too can't not die in a freak gasoline fight accident.
by Fat Punk Kicker on Jan 14, 2012 9:04 PM CST reply actions
check with Kasay
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:04 PM CST up reply actions
for the hug
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:04 PM CST up reply actions
Funny comment coming from FPK
I “tried” to kick my wife out.
(snicker, snicker)
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 9:05 PM CST up reply actions
she is a alot meant than me
Just because we have chiseled abs and stunning features, it doesn't mean that we too can't not die in a freak gasoline fight accident.
by Fat Punk Kicker on Jan 14, 2012 9:08 PM CST up reply actions
meaner
Just because we have chiseled abs and stunning features, it doesn't mean that we too can't not die in a freak gasoline fight accident.
by Fat Punk Kicker on Jan 14, 2012 9:08 PM CST up reply actions
fkp - 2012
i am fairly certain kasay cost us the superbowl fkp…. wouldn’t you agree?
f that guy he is mt enemy
Just because we have chiseled abs and stunning features, it doesn't mean that we too can't not die in a freak gasoline fight accident.
by Fat Punk Kicker on Jan 14, 2012 9:10 PM CST up reply actions
The worst fumble
…was Pierre’s. For which I don’t blame him—he was asleep at the time. But without that hit we get at least 3 points, and Pierre plays the rest of the game—which may have changed everything.
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
I think 2 Specal teams fumbles were way worse as the turned into points
Just because we have chiseled abs and stunning features, it doesn't mean that we too can't not die in a freak gasoline fight accident.
by Fat Punk Kicker on Jan 14, 2012 9:07 PM CST up reply actions
Well I do not deney that having PT would be better
Just because we have chiseled abs and stunning features, it doesn't mean that we too can't not die in a freak gasoline fight accident.
by Fat Punk Kicker on Jan 14, 2012 9:15 PM CST up reply actions
yeah, that's 3, PT couldn't even wrestle it back, he was OUT
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
yup - stretch that hip flexor
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:17 PM CST up reply actions
keep on the sunny side
always on the sunny side
always on the sunny side of life
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
there was a flood
and Delmar lost all the $$
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:07 PM CST up reply actions
maybe you should get r-u-n-n-o-f-f-t
not making much sense, am I?
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:19 PM CST up reply actions
just get a touch of pomade
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:20 PM CST up reply actions
of course you are
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:33 PM CST up reply actions
and thank you
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:20 PM CST up reply actions
Ugh I feel like the f****** vikings
fumbling away our season
by mississippisaintsfan on Jan 14, 2012 9:08 PM CST reply actions
Only difference is
we don’t have a 90yr old QB coming back next year LOL
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 9:09 PM CST up reply actions
You know what.....this loss wouldn't
hurt so much if the Hornets were winning. I would have another home team to feel good about. I think they’re building for the future but gosh they are horrible on offense LOL
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 9:08 PM CST reply actions
Well I'm a homer I love all Louisiana teams LOL
And since the FB season is over what else do I have?
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 9:10 PM CST up reply actions
the baseball team – the Zephyers
Yes, time flies. And where did it leave you? Old too soon...smart too late. - Mike Tyson
Yeah but I live in VA
cant catch them up here
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 9:13 PM CST up reply actions
and I can't sit and watch baseball
its one of those sports I’d rather play than wach
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 9:15 PM CST up reply actions
Hornets got no chance like, the Rockets
gonna be looking up at Dallas, OKC, SA, Memphis, but no BkB analogies, now, not 2 nite
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Great thing about looking up at those teams tho
we get 2 top 10 first round picks (1 of the picks coming in the CP3 trade from Minn) in the deepest draft in 10 yrs.
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 9:31 PM CST up reply actions
I havent been on line since right before the game started
How bad has it gotten I can see Dave has had to ban some people
by mississippisaintsfan on Jan 14, 2012 9:10 PM CST reply actions
actually, all in all not too bad
majority of 49ers fans have been classy in victory and most of us have avoided burning everything down
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
I told some niner dude to geaux jump in the Bay
but he deserved it.
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Thanks For great Competition!
Was one of the best playoff games I have ever seen!
To be the best you have to beat the best and that is what the Niners did Today.
Good Luck in the future!
I still can't believe we lost this game
it really sucks. Oh well, we’ll always have Miami
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
by SaintBevo on Jan 14, 2012 9:12 PM CST reply actions 2 recs
that's right all you dirty bird fans, that Saints will always have this...
GET TO THE RIM HEAT (and SKY)! ATTACK THE PAINT!
Well, I'm calling it a night
Gonna go scrounge in the liquor cabinet. I’ve got rum, gin, brandy, and rye (that I know of), and I’m thinking of doing something never before attempted. If I survive, I’ll let you know…then I’ll try it again. And did I say, damn yet?
"Sinn Féin, motherf*****s!"
good luck
and in case you haven’t said it yet…DAMN!
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:15 PM CST up reply actions
"I’ve got rum, gin, brandy, and rye"
Consider it a salad.
G’night.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 9:16 PM CST up reply actions
how did Jim Morrison put it?
one whiskey, one bourbon, one loss to the niners?
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:16 PM CST up reply actions
George Thourogood, I believe, but I think he covered it.
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
yeah not sure of the origin
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:22 PM CST up reply actions
hubby says George is the original singer
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 9:26 PM CST up reply actions
I'll buy that - I just want to wake up this morning and get myself a beer
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:27 PM CST up reply actions
wish I could drink my self silly but work with money so thats a NO GO
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 9:28 PM CST up reply actions
yeah sorry -I'll have one in your honor right now...
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:33 PM CST up reply actions
Thanks Hans
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 9:34 PM CST up reply actions
f course, always taking one for the team, even in the offseason (which hit us pretty fast!!!)
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:40 PM CST up reply actions
Niners Nation allows trolls freely...
You guys should invade…
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Class...
But a guy like salary_cap deserves some reprimand form you all for our performance
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No...
salary_cap… go read his crap… and when you do… send some love my way
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I did read some of his stuff
That’s one of the reasons I joined. Joined too late though, and Niners won.
who's got it better than Honey Badger? Honey Badger don't give a ....
Well remember me as you move on...
2 years worth of posts (578 to be exact) … 39,229 comments as well… Some people just don’t appreciate some people sometimes I guess. David Fuccillo happens to be one of those folks
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be careful...
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:41 PM CST up reply actions
klaatu knows- statement was for him...
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:49 PM CST up reply actions
it has its own weather system
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:51 PM CST up reply actions
he's at a party, and won't even scroll through this crap
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:51 PM CST up reply actions
Make sure to make a living HELL for a user named salary_cap...
A.K.A. a guy by the REAL NAME of Mike Boylan… a Fresno State student who is a universal troll in the SN Nation…
Negative effin moron…
Gave two years of my life to the site of Niners Nation and that troll has more right than I do…
A-Holes like that do not deserve a place in life.
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Hard to argue with your logic.
I’m just a newbie Niners fan. :-)
who's got it better than Honey Badger? Honey Badger don't give a ....
You will see very soon...
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GET A NEW SCREEN NAME AND STOP MESSING UP THE PLACE HERE WITH YOUR TEARS
by klaatu71 on Jan 14, 2012 9:35 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
I don't need a ne screen name... proud of this one which happens to be my real name.
Just wanted to make everyone aware… no tears… very happy… tired of trolls… sure you have your fare share.
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$75 per hour for therapy, please
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:42 PM CST up reply actions
I just don't understand what you're doing here
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:44 PM CST up reply actions
guilty
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:53 PM CST up reply actions
Good night all.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 9:18 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
God.....
thats exactly how i feel……
" I’ve never done drugs but I think watching Matty Ice stare blankly towards the field as Drew Brees kneels down while clock hits zero in a playoff game would be like doing cocaine off a strippers @$$#….yeah that good.
Yes my hatred for Atlanta is unhealthy/ possibly illegal" - Malbrough
by born in areacode 318 on Jan 14, 2012 9:22 PM CST up reply actions
perfect
I looked like this for most of the game.
by WhoDatUpInYa on Jan 14, 2012 9:24 PM CST up reply actions
so the Broncos are just bending over ey
Yes, time flies. And where did it leave you? Old too soon...smart too late. - Mike Tyson
Looks like
God decided not to watch football today….I thought the Sabbath ended at sundown?
by WhoDatUpInYa on Jan 14, 2012 9:25 PM CST up reply actions
did we really lose like that?
all those TDs in the last 2 minutes?
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
I thought those days were over when GG left town..
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:22 PM CST up reply actions
4 lead changes,in 4 min. a stuff, a bat down, and GW was still trying to get giggey w/it 3rd
he’s got to know Smith is looking for Davis
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
by metryman on Jan 14, 2012 9:29 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
hubby said he kind of thought with the way the D-lined up that we would blow it
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 14, 2012 9:31 PM CST up reply actions
My self, wanted to back it up and look again
but I didn’t extend recording, middle of the field was wide open, shucky darn (in honor of M-E)
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
you mean, DAMN!
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:35 PM CST up reply actions
funny, in 2008, with GG as D-coord, Saints would have been in prevent..given up just a FG, and then lost in OT
don’t know what would be worse…
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:35 PM CST up reply actions
with GG as D coord
they score more than 17 points in the first half… and more than 3 in the 3rd
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
I believe we had 1 TO, on that 3rd down? 4 down terr. for them
use it and make sure we’re all on the same page Defensively? gotta be in dime?
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
I know you don't wanna hear it now...
But the Saints will be fine, dude. You’ve got an offense with literally ZERO holes [assuming you retain everyone in free agency]. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a more complete offense. I’m assuming that means your draft/free agency plans will be mirrored towards the defense, which will just make you all the more dangerous next year. Hang in there, bud, I’m lookin’ forward to this GB-NO rivalry in the future.
15-1
Back on track to Super Bowl XLVI!
MattFlynn4StartingQB
assuming you retain everyone in free agency]
I don’t even need to say what ass u made of me and u
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:36 PM CST up reply actions
yeah MJ looks like the ASS
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:43 PM CST up reply actions
hung him out to dry
GW – not my fault – he missed the tackle/knockdown!!
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:53 PM CST up reply actions
looks like Bellacheat is going to run up the score yet again LOSER!
LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!
and a non-conservative John Fox offense
kicking a FG down 32 in the 3rd
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:43 PM CST up reply actions
down 35
to cut it to a 32 point deficit. Only need four TDs with four 2-pt conversions.
13.
In '62, Green Bay's 7th Championship season, the Packers took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and lost. In '11 they took a 10-0 record into Detroit on Thanksgiving, and got it right this time.
In '07, the Packers hosted a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and lost. In '11 they host a playoff game against a Giants team that they had defeated during the regular season, and, again, we’re gonna get it right this time!"
my bad - math not working for me here tonight
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:50 PM CST up reply actions
I snorted
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:54 PM CST up reply actions
billicheat just got the 3 back
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:54 PM CST up reply actions
Won't happen because David Fucillo banned Drew Kerr
Watch and remember.
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Someone was talking crap about what the Niners did... saying this or that... making excuses... etc...
And I told them to shut the EFF up… but it had been an ongoing thing ALL. YEAR. LONG….
I don’t even see anyone here saying the things dude was saying… but oh well… whatev.
I contributed for over 2 years doing draft stuff for them… but TROLL (salary_cap) wins I guess.
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Drew...has Kerr been drinking?
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:37 PM CST up reply actions
I'm sensing lots of repetition...
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:37 PM CST up reply actions
A little...
But I am aware…
I’ll leave the board alone though…
That will have gone down as the best game of the playoffs.
We will see you guys again next year.
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at least once, as division winners play each other
again, I just don’t understand what you’re looking for here…
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:45 PM CST up reply actions
what can I say?
bitter loss and many beers will do that to a man…
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:54 PM CST up reply actions
Drew, just chill a bit and I bet he'll let you back
You can go with the crow a bit, just have to be careful about calling very particular people out.
Dave knows the emotion of what happened, just don’t do anything too dumb and you’ll be back. But learn, too.
1 to the specific person that has been bashing Smith all year long.
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Nah...
Told one fan to respect ….told them to shut the eff up once and was banned. Made general statements about trolls… etc. Whatev.
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there's got to be a morning after...
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:39 PM CST up reply actions
O well cant win them all
We had a great 9 week run won the div and got to see lots of records broken
Beats the hell out of last year
by mississippisaintsfan on Jan 14, 2012 9:44 PM CST reply actions
Hey guys, Niner fan here
I just came to tell you guys great game. Your offense was just as explosive as everyone said it was. I couldn’t believe that toss at the end, and that we couldn’t take him down- that, in itself, was a helluva thing against our tackling (ya beat WILLIS on that). You’re truly a force, and I expect we’ll see each other against in the playoffs in years to come.
Besides, we’re already scheduled for the regular season next year.
Good luck to you in the future!
thanks
you made the plays and deserved the win – good luck next week – maybe you’ll luck out and get the Giants @ the ’stick
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 9:52 PM CST up reply actions
Saints are awesome!
Have to say this. You guys have my respect. The Saints never gave up and fought until the very last second. I am just now coming down from the high this game gave me. Even though we won, I will never call you guys the “Aints” again. Best of luck next year!
who's got it better than Honey Badger? Honey Badger don't give a ....
2012? REALLY?
Wow, I need to wake up. I thought it 1985. Thank you for bringing me back to reality.
who's got it better than Honey Badger? Honey Badger don't give a ....
Jenkins and Harper
WTF.
At least this year I can just say that our defense sucks, unlike last year when it sucked because Jenkins was out.
Amazing energy in the stadium tonight. Was tough to overcome the turnovers.
Just an observation but, Ninkovich has been lites out, why we dump him?
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Either no patience with him or he sassed someone he should not have sassed. Or he’s got an ethics problem (likes little girls or pees in dark parking lots)
Belichick saw something, he was a project
but we still had Fujita at that time, and others, odd man out I guess.
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I think he got hurt and blew out knee
just took him a couple of years to come back
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Yeah your right, I remember now
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This was a very hard loss...
Pretty depressed now. We really could’ve gone all the way this year. I don’t know, it just felt even better than 2009 did. Give it to our team, they overcame alot, I mean ALOT, to be able to get in position to win. Just sad to see our D, after handling it all night, lose composure and the game at the end. Tough, tough game. Can’t believe it’s real.
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defense was crap all year
offense was ridiculous awesome, but the defense never came around like it did in 2010.
by xen-cuts on Jan 14, 2012 10:16 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
We really could’ve gone all the way this year.
Not with that D. It was a date with destiny. And if the Saints had won tonight, there was very little chance that PT would recover for next week. And Jimmy’s back. Next week would have been tough. Unless we were playing the Giants.
we should have beaten the packers in the 1st game
Started the season sloppy just the same way we ended it. So much for extra summer workouts.
they shouldn't have even let our guns into the stadium
lax security
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:41 PM CST up reply actions
did you see that clip of Hoodie clapping as Tebow unsnapped his chinstrap in frustration after the incompletion?
ha!
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
Don't look now but
Hoodie is trying to beat the Saints 626 total yard record. That’s why Brady is still in.
I’d love to see them get 625.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 10:15 PM CST up reply actions
let 'em have 700
I don’t care
not angry at you JND – never!!!
just mad about early returns…
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:16 PM CST up reply actions
the whole season is pretty much empty now
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:17 PM CST up reply actions
although I did enjoy it up til now
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:17 PM CST up reply actions
I was pretty hot after the Bucs loss, too
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:18 PM CST up reply actions
win either of those and this game is @ Superdome
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:19 PM CST up reply actions
yeah, would have made a HUGE difference.
The 49ers crowd was insane tonight. Best crowd I’ve seen outside the dome.
yes and no
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:22 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
I care alot...
because I want him to go. We need to stop kidding ourselves, GW’s defense can’t win a game. All the turnovers in ‘09 was Darren Sharper, not the new DC. I want him to leave and I want some real talent on D, along with our offense intact. Tough order, I’m sure.
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by cajuncreation on Jan 14, 2012 10:24 PM CST up reply actions
his 2010 defense was pretty darn good
except for @ Seattle
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:25 PM CST up reply actions
too much bend but don't break stuff...
We can’t get all new players. So I guess we ought to try a new d coord? We were what, 24th this year?
Maybe...
But what did it do for us this year if we weren’t up by twenty? A team like the Saints ought to be able to make a deep run every year. You can’t expect it every year, but clearly, if our offense struggles, our D will not take up any slack.
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by cajuncreation on Jan 14, 2012 11:12 PM CST up reply actions
Too bad....
it took a vacation this year. Our D wasn’t bad last year by any means, but I didn’t see any willingness to change much this year from him, even when what he was doing didn’t work. What’d Einstein say about insanity?
"I don't suffer from drug addiction. I enjoy it very much."
by cajuncreation on Jan 15, 2012 1:56 AM CST up reply actions
You could really see the fundamentals of the 49ers defense
Great tackling by the 49ers.
I was scared about our defense the whole game.
I have to agree that it’s not working with GW anymore. Time to try something new. And for his salary we should have our choice.
Spagnuolo
Would bring some good things on D for us, I think. If we can’t upgrade much, we need someone who creates a scheme to fit the talent rather than make the talent fit the scheme. My God, tonight showed us that all we need is an average D, even when playing a team with an exceptional D.
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by cajuncreation on Jan 14, 2012 11:14 PM CST up reply actions
again
they had their chances – numerous times this season…
start that winning streak just one game earlier (and help the Rams to the # 1 pick that they wanted so badly)
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:21 PM CST up reply actions
My thoughts...
Yea, giving up those turnovers at our end of the field did hurt.
But, the fact remains that the Saints had the lead with less than a minute to go, and was in perfect position to ice the game, in spite of all that.
It is ALL on the defense and Gregg Williams for once again not being able to make ONE SINGLE play, to not be able to defend simple crossing patterns, and for not being able to establsh a single pass rush with your basic front four linemen.
The offense, on the other hand, not only endured the initial blows, but at the end was simply unstoppable. They proved beyond a shadow of a doubt that they can play outside with the best defenses and overcome mistakes and turnovers. If they can keep the main elements intact through free agency, they will dominate defenses for the next 5 years.
The D, on the other hand, needs a complete and total overhaul, with a new DC. Gregg Williams can go to St. Louis with Jeff Fisher tomorrow for all I care…and he can take Jenkins, Harper, Smith, Shanle, and all those other no-tackling, no-pas-rushing, blindly-blitzing-a** players along with him. Bring on Jack del Rio, and clean house.
I like Mike Nolan. If we could somehow have a passable 3-4. Which is probably not possible. Passably.
BTW..a moment of silence, please, for Tim Tebow.
I guess that God really does have a sense of humor after all.
fight fight fight fight
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:18 PM CST up reply actions
really didn't think it would end like this
after GRaham’s TD
forgot that this WAS my daddy’s Saints team
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
Just realized that we’ll never be able to enjoy Jimmy’s touchdown. Ever.
trapped in grammar and calendars.
for those few seconds, and that was it - hope you savored it then
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:26 PM CST up reply actions
Prevent, Davis' long gain was a simple crossing route
that can’t happen, gotta have dime coverage SF started on the 13 yd line
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great moment
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:31 PM CST up reply actions
Wait until you meet long time members around here.
Repeat? Run it!
by FrenchFreak on Jan 15, 2012 12:46 PM CST up reply actions
ha!
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 7:23 PM CST up reply actions
wonder how much credit McDaniels will get for the victory
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
seems like most everone's gone to bed
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
It's 1330 Sunday here.
Tried to take a nap a little while ago but have a splitting headache.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 10:34 PM CST up reply actions
me too
what next – water or more hair of the dog?
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:35 PM CST up reply actions
the sooner I go to sleep
the sooner I have to deal with this on the morning after
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
Then I recommend staying up till August.
You’re welcome. ;-)
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 10:36 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
good advice
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:36 PM CST up reply actions
Think I'll give that nap one more shot. Take care, Hans.
Every day I'm shufflin'!
by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 14, 2012 10:37 PM CST up reply actions
me too
take care, JND
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:38 PM CST up reply actions
me too - on both counts
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
er, cheeks
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:42 PM CST up reply actions
I'm listening to Bobby Hebert, great frustrations
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I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
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speaking of cheeks
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 6:24 AM CST up reply actions
'night, ARC
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 14, 2012 10:43 PM CST up reply actions
Harry Potter with a sweet mullet onSNL
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
My only problem is the fumble called on PT!
It should have been called a helmet to helmet hit! It should be a penalty, not a fumble! aaaaarrrrrrggggghhhhhh! I’m still f…… drunk!
"We, in our building, didn't feel like we needed to have Reggie Bush to have a successful offense. We've had lots of games over the last five years where Reggie was unavailable. And yet, we've been able to move the ball, score points and win games at the same rate as when we did have Reggie." -- Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis
Robey and Sproles fumbles were bigger
I’m sure the League will look a it, but too late for us. PT missing the remainder of the game was huge. GW, Jenkins and Harpers’ sprained ankle didn’t help either
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wrong
helmet to helmet only counts on a defenseless receiver (PT had made the catch, then turned and ran) or a QB (PT was not in the act of throwing).
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 6:25 AM CST up reply actions
Tough break, people
The Saints were the second team of quite a few of the people on Pats Pulpit, so it’s tough to see them go down.
See you people next year.
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Wow...
Hey guys. I won’t try and give you the “great game” nonsense. I was fortunate enough to attend and it was an epic contest. The win probability chart says it all.
The 49ers are coming out to New Orleans next fall and I’ve got to think it has to be a prime time game after today’s affair.
Hello, I'd like to introduce myself
I’m coming over to your place next week to get banned. Pleased to meet you.
Yup It Tough!
But we aint crying ourself to sleep. We drink til we knock out! N I’m pretty drunk! It hurt like hell but we got the drafts coming n next season to take care of our loose end!
"We, in our building, didn't feel like we needed to have Reggie Bush to have a successful offense. We've had lots of games over the last five years where Reggie was unavailable. And yet, we've been able to move the ball, score points and win games at the same rate as when we did have Reggie." -- Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis
Yep
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i have not read any comments
Sad the Saints are out but it was a great game and the Niners deserved the win.
"when an opponent is down, kick'em when they're down!" Bobby Hebert
No doubt Tigers and Saints both out in 5 days, La. football is over, uuuuuuugggghhh
this season
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I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
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it is ALL about next year for sure
"when an opponent is down, kick'em when they're down!" Bobby Hebert
Bobby Hebert had an interesting thing or two
on the over the shoulder catch by Davis, Malcolm didn’t look back, he’s looking at Davis’ face, when a receiver see’s the ball is close his eyes get big, thats when you turn and make a play, besides he was drafted as a CB, you can’t let a TE beat you on a Fade route. Wasn’t like he was beat by two strides.
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some I guess beside my drunk azs
"We, in our building, didn't feel like we needed to have Reggie Bush to have a successful offense. We've had lots of games over the last five years where Reggie was unavailable. And yet, we've been able to move the ball, score points and win games at the same rate as when we did have Reggie." -- Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis
That last Seth Myers joke was funny on Weekend Update
“A pub in England started selling beer for dogs, (pause) I said a pub in England started selling Miller Lite to dogs”
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Dave, can we add Pierre Thomas to the Player of the Game ballot?
Based on his profound durability, I mean. I honestly haven’t seen anyone withstand that much physical abuse since the Mike Tyson/Michael Spinks fight.
All in all, I think we played great game, one we would have easily won had we passed more often.
Hey, at least the grass smelled perfect. Great call, tommy v.
Oh, before I forget, some guy named Matty something or other asked me to post this photo:
Is two a popular number this month? Must be some sort of inside joke.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
by coldpizza on Jan 14, 2012 11:35 PM CST reply actions 2 recs
Are u upset or just rubbing noses
we all saw the game. tommy v.’s prediction was way off, but he does that every week.
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I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
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Both. The game p*** ed me off, as does any game that gets so far out of whack offensively. Down by 6 with 10 minutes remaining and running an entire drive with an empty backfield is unacceptable. The first two turnovers were direct results of the defense keying on the pass. Early on, that should never be the case. Our defense bent but didn’t break also broke, as usual. I also think the picture of Matt Ryan was classless in a tongue-in-cheek way and find it amusing that a Falcons fan took a related jab on another site. If you can laugh at others, you should be able to laugh at yourself.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Said the same, Drew's first pick
came on a first down, long routes,need time, 7-0 at that point, try another run. That series with 3 straight passes empty backfield was early 3rd Q?. All downfield routes, I remember one slant to Devery he caught it for a first. Where was that all afternoon, that was man coverage I think. Drew gets flushed, has to adlib, not necessary at that juncture, a counter or draw, pitch wide, with IvorySproles. I also thought Ivory missed an opening, cut the wrong way at least twice. Why aren’t we in zone with 40 seconds left, on 3rd down, a simple crossing pattern to Davis, Jenkins didn’t play inside leverage and chased him all the way across the field. Thats Nuts I tell ya.
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I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Ah CP, you're probably the only person happier than Vernon Davis
"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010
I’m not happy the lost, I simply assumed they would based on the match ups and Payton’s play calling tendencies the last two seasons. They’ve never been a successful team passing that often against legitimate competition. Never. Feel free to name one game, regular season or post season, they’ve won against (what would later prove to be) a playoff team, while passing in excess of 60% of the time. Paint a cape on him all you want, Brees isn’t Superman. He needs his supporting cast (including a running game) to “save the world”, just like any other QB in the league.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Not by much. Barring a 30:00/30:00 split, one team is guaranteed to “win” TOP. In this case, both teams had 16 offensive possessions. That’s pretty much the epitome of not minding the clock.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
You saw Ivory running into the brick wall, right? I would like to have seen Sproles to the corners a few more times, though.
yeah it was tough going, but it might have been better
if they had kept giving “run looks” in personnel, while maybe throwing, or maybe running out of those looks – forcing it downfield in the first half was painful to watch as well…
and with the Niners, the whole Brees hanging on to the ball, and shifting around in the pocket to extend the play until someone gets open didn’t go so well
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 10:32 AM CST up reply actions
running an entire drive with an empty backfield is unacceptable
rotoworld.com:
Thomas’ absence made it nearly impossible for the Saints to run the ball against the 49ers’ top-ranked run defense, and called to mind their Wild Card loss to the Seahawks last season, where an injury-plagued backfield led by Julius Jones could get little going on the ground. It was the kind of the day the Saints thought they would be able to avoid when they made Mark Ingram a first-round pick.
a.) It’s fairly obvious who klaatu71 is. We’ve missed you, boo.
b.) Julius Jones had 15 carries by himself versus Seattle and scored 2 TDs. The entire team had 15 carries yesterday, along with more passing attempts.
c.) Ivory had runs of 5 and 8 yards long after being stuffed on a few occasions early. What’s worse, the run not working or the assumption that the run isn’t going to work? When you occasionally have success, I have to go with the latter.
d.) As stated many times before, the success of the running game itself isn’t the end all be all, in terms of importance of the running game. If we’re running “unsuccessfully”, we’re still keeping the opposing front seven on their heels, i.e., not bull rushing Brees. His interception came in the face of a blitz. The hit and fumble on Thomas came on a pass, when the defender had a bead on the receiver. There simply were no turnovers on the 15 rushing attempts from scrimmage.
e.) Not all “failed” runs equal zero or fewer yards. Most don’t. All incompletions equal zero yards. Some completions equal zero or fewer. Most don’t. In running, you remove the “guaranteed zero” incompletion factor. I’d rather face a 2nd and 9, than a 2nd and 10.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
No I don’t think Klaau71 is Stu, based on things he/she has said to me. Me and Stu have a more amicable relationship, plus Stu exhibited way more reasoning and sensibility. Klaatu is nuts.
Haters gon' hate...
In my mind, “nearly impossible to run” = zero running backs. That’s when you have to rely on fake end arounds to Henderson, as Brees rolls out to set up short passes underneath. We still had Jones, Bush, Wynn and Evans against the Seahawks. We also could have activated Joique Bell. Yesterday, we still had Sproles, Ivory and Collins. It’s a BS excuse, just as it always is. It’s also exactly why I predicted the loss. They got shut down early and Payton foolishly abandoned it. Check out the play by play of the 49ers versus Cowboys, Ravens and Cardinals. All three of those teams got their running game shut down early. None of them abandoned the run to anywhere near the extent the Saints did yesterday. All three beat the 49ers. Just as the announcer mentioned, you don’t let the other team dictate what you do on offense. By calling pass nearly 82% of the time, Payton most certainly did. What game have the the Saints EVER won passing 82% of the time or higher? There have been numerous occasions when we’ve won games averaging 2.6 ypc or less and I would think every single one of them involved more than 14 rushing attempts.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
On top of which, an empty backfield gives you one less blocker to pick up the blitz. Maybe Brees doesn’t throw that INT, if the defender isn’t in his face. Maybe he isn’t instructed to blitz at all, if there’s a chance of a draw.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
To all of those Saints fans with actual class, good game
to all of those ignorant trash talking trolls, posting their stupid, ill-informed comments all week….
HOW DOES CANJUN CROW TASTE!!!!!? hahahahahaha
Crickets
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
you know, if you're really trying to reach those trolls
you should go to their individual comments and rub their noses in it with searing and biting replies TO THE INDIVIDUAL COMMENTS based on the facts (outcome)
you come in here and wave this blanket “good game to you if you were nice to us” and “bad game/suck it!!! if you were not” to the whole room and it just seems like a bunch of crap
enjoy your win and I hope you don’t choke on your own laughter
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 6:32 AM CST up reply actions
Somebody tell me I'm wrong
Coach,
If you get to play the Niners, again. Please call on me to play. I would like to be a seeker missile on some defensive guys and I am not kidding. They played, tonight, to put fear in your offense. I have no fear but I do have a lot of fury that I want to take out on some defensive guys. I think it is fair play, according to the rules, to put a serious hurting on a defensive guy, excuse me, to put a serious block on a defensive guy has he hits one of your players. I am sixty years old, I still want to take out about three or four of their defensive players. They play to put fear and, let me tell you, they have no idea of ornery.
Yours truly,
Nofear
Core of our problem all yr. our front 4 still can't get the needed pressure
and our DB’s had only 11 picks in 18 games, and many drops…..
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Or get me a slot on the offense
Name it a new position. Put-a-hurtin-on-a-defensive-guy-so-that-they-stop-their-nonsense position
yup
that helmet to helmet hit on PT was ugly! n no flag n they called it a fumble! We got robbed!
"We, in our building, didn't feel like we needed to have Reggie Bush to have a successful offense. We've had lots of games over the last five years where Reggie was unavailable. And yet, we've been able to move the ball, score points and win games at the same rate as when we did have Reggie." -- Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis
Did you not see the hesitation in the receivers later in the game
I really I want to take some guys out.
I’m still hoping someone will tell me I was seeing things. I don’t like to believe I really saw what I think I saw.
J Graham is the MAN
He was the only one dat wasn’t afraid to get hit! He play with gut n heart! A true SAINTS!
"We, in our building, didn't feel like we needed to have Reggie Bush to have a successful offense. We've had lots of games over the last five years where Reggie was unavailable. And yet, we've been able to move the ball, score points and win games at the same rate as when we did have Reggie." -- Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis
by halo2saints on Jan 14, 2012 11:55 PM CST up reply actions
he was a runner at that point, no helmet to helmet calls on that situation
and the Saints had zero penalties, which is pretty amazing considering all of the holding
by sanfranfanmdk on Jan 15, 2012 12:00 AM CST up reply actions
Great game for two great fan bases
I really enjoyed talking with you all this week. If our teams played 10 times it’d probably be the same story each game and we’d both go 5-5. Your offense is awesome and carved up our defense better than anyone else this year. We’ll see you in the dome next year and many more times in the playoffs. You’re all a true class act and I wish you nothing but the best (except when you play us :p).
"We ask no quarter, we give no quarter" - Jim Harbaugh
by Method24 on Jan 14, 2012 11:56 PM CST reply actions 1 recs
They don't play to injure if that's what you mean
They do try to rattle their opponents though and fly to the ball. Our safeties more than any other players on the D try their best to lay the wood on opponents. The PT hit was unfortunate. I don’t think Whitner meant to hit helmet first. I hope he’s okay.
"We ask no quarter, we give no quarter" - Jim Harbaugh
He's was on the sidelines, don't know anymore
thing is, that dude has been banging heads with Urlacher, Briggs, Ray Ray, Suggs all the beastiest LB’s in the league, your DB caught him in the wrong spot , every body’s human.
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Probably a concussion. He looked out of it. And we need Vincent Jackson desperately. I hope the Chargers-Saints pipeline rings true again this offseason. There were at least a couple of plays where Brees had ALL DAY to throw the ball and not one of our receivers could gain separation downfield. That doesn’t happen with an elite WR on the field. Either he’s getting open, or he’s drawing double teams, allowing others to.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Vincent Jackson or someone in his vein talent wise, that is. There’s not many available in UFA besides and we don’t have a first round pick to spend on that sort of luxury. Seems like a reasonable avenue. We also need to upgrade our OTs and of course OLBs. And a pure blocking FB would be nice. But that’s pretty much every offseason.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Strong safety, also. Harper is easily the most overrated player on the team, now that Bush is gone.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
OLB yes, OT also Bushrod got pushed back a lot
I’d like a player like the Claibourne kid from LSU, but we got no shot, a Jr.? or somebody of similar. A Safety that can catch a pass. P-Robb to safety? if Johnny Patrick can step up. I’m not sure who’s available. But a lot teams in the play-offs secondary’s have given up yds. A really whack stat.
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
To be fair to Bushrod
He was facing Justin Smith. If you don’t get pushed around by him, you’re probably the best tackle in the league, by far.
I'm just a simple Giants fan trying to make my way in the universe.
by Tim Lincecum's Bong on Jan 15, 2012 1:28 AM CST up reply actions
Actually, Jahri Evans was facing Justin Smith. And getting eaten alive inside.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Hm?
On that one play where Smith pushed the lineman back into Brees, I thought they mentioned that it was Bushrod. I may be wrong.
I'm just a simple Giants fan trying to make my way in the universe.
by Tim Lincecum's Bong on Jan 15, 2012 2:02 AM CST up reply actions
I’m not sure about that particular play or every play, but I saw Justin Smith bull rushing past Evans a couple of times during the game.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Bushrod is mediocre. We’re obviously not going to land a franchise OT this offseason outside of a blockbuster trade and I don’t really see that happening. Not saying we don’t need one badly, just that our options are extremely limited without a 1st rounder and the UFA class upcoming. D’Brick + Michael Bennett in 2006 would have solved a lot of poop. We went the flashy route (Bush) and are still paying for that to some extent in a trickle down way.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
That said, now would be the time to move Bushrod. I view a healthy Strief as roughly a lateral move and Bushrod’s stock will never be higher than it is right now. We’re not getting a first for him, though. Maybe a 3rd and a player. I’d be ok with that. The 3rd would replace him on the depth chart and the player may help out in another area. Same boat OT wise, but it beats dog paddling until our new Willie Roaf manifests himself.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
You and I have discussed the Bush/D'Brick decision a couple times
and agreed, D’Brick was not a Pro-Bowler this year, looked bad at times played no better than Bushrod, at least this season. But the Jets 2011 O-Line was in shambles, injuries/people playing out of position. Looking at SEC OT’s for a start, of course. I trust Payloo will address.
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Football Outsiders disagrees on “played no better than Bushrod this season”.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Concussed yes, hope not a long lingerer, whole off-season to recover
he wouldn’t have played next wk anyway. Brees bought himself time, to no avail, once again long routes ad-libs, we try to get greedy, when we don’t need to be greedy, take what they give u sometimes. Why bet the 30-1 longshot, when u know the 2-1 is a proven winner?
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Any1 still got beer?
Doesn’t matter which kind, I’ll drink them all right now!
"We, in our building, didn't feel like we needed to have Reggie Bush to have a successful offense. We've had lots of games over the last five years where Reggie was unavailable. And yet, we've been able to move the ball, score points and win games at the same rate as when we did have Reggie." -- Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis
Catch a cab and get u some LOL
You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi
Try
but no one willing to give my drunk butt a ride!
"We, in our building, didn't feel like we needed to have Reggie Bush to have a successful offense. We've had lots of games over the last five years where Reggie was unavailable. And yet, we've been able to move the ball, score points and win games at the same rate as when we did have Reggie." -- Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis
by halo2saints on Jan 15, 2012 12:05 AM CST up reply actions
I just rewatched most of the game.
My fan allegiances aside.. whole carp, some plays in this game.
That last TD to Graham.. damn.
My favorite D play was Justin Smith just throwing a guy into Drew.
Back and forth. Any football fan should appreciate this.
And then I watched through Pats/Broncos. Meh..
Pure speculation, but if Jimmy Graham doesn’t attempt to stiff arm the defender, we may have won with the tackle and the subsequent TOP. Just saying. As with the Porter TD in the Super Bowl, I’m not suggesting that he should have purposely gone down. Just that we’re probably better off in the odds dept., had it happened to occur.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Well, Akers would have probably gotten in range for a tying FG, regardless. There’s a lot of variables there.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
To be fair, that cuts both ways
As Alex was running into the end zone, I was screaming GET DOWN YOU IDIOT!
I'm just a simple Giants fan trying to make my way in the universe.
by Tim Lincecum's Bong on Jan 15, 2012 2:03 AM CST up reply actions
Agreed. Once he made the first down, it was better that he scored. I was praying that nothing on the replay would overturn that TD.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Haha
I saw them reviewing it, and was praying that he had stepped out of bounds.
I'm just a simple Giants fan trying to make my way in the universe.
by Tim Lincecum's Bong on Jan 15, 2012 2:22 AM CST up reply actions
That’s what paying no mind to the clock will get you. A game that could easily go either way.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Pats fan here
I really wanted to see Saints vs Pats in the superbowl…it was a tough loss for you guys tonight, but both teams played a great game! Cheer up Saint fans, there’s a bright future ahead of you!
On the other hand, I’m glad the Pats ended all that Tebowmania tonight…I got sick of hearing those conversations all season long but glad it’s over! Now to wait for the Baltimore Ravens!
Was pulling for the Broncos but have no problems with the Pats....
y’all really put it on them. That thing was over before the Broncos got off the bus is the way it looked in the first quarter. Pulling for the Texans to win it all now, but Pats would come after that—LSU fan who loves that Faulk has been on the Pats for so long and has done so well over the years. Glad Ridley got some carries. He fumbled but that was one hell of a hit the guy put on him.
GET TO THE RIM HEAT (and SKY)! ATTACK THE PAINT!
With all due respect, I hope you get the Texans and they run it down your throat.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
In order of preference from here on out:
Texans > Packers > 49ers > Ravens > Giants > Pats.
I think. I may not even bother watching the SB, if one of the first three isn’t involved.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
You wouldn't watch SB 42 rematch?
I would.
I'm just a simple Giants fan trying to make my way in the universe.
by Tim Lincecum's Bong on Jan 15, 2012 2:23 AM CST up reply actions
Probably not. The only appeal of that game that time around was the Patriots perfect season on the line. I pulled for the Giants upset, but actually slept through the entire first half. That after driving from New Orleans to Pittsburgh on vacation.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
it sucks
this team was a super bowl calliber team, just for some reason the 49ners got some lucky breaks tonight, and ther conference was garbage so they got home field . the 49ners suck though, if they win the super bowl i will get a sex change, they have no chance to win again
They hardly suck. Are you a male or a female at present? I can’t really tell by your profile pic.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
If by "lucky" you mean played better than your team
Sure.
Saying the 49ers suck is very ignorant when they consistently beat the teams everyone else seems to say they should loose to. Thing is, many of the players are young and this SF team should only get better after actually having a full offseason with their new coaching staff!
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 15, 2012 4:44 PM CST up reply actions
Tim Tebow won several games this year. That doesn’t mean he doesn’t suck. I think we all know who Alex Smith is. Same leopard spots but now with coaching that cares about him. He is so Peter Principled as of 1/14/12. Career highpoint. Treasure it, there will be no repeats.
careful, you might get Listed
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 10:35 PM CST up reply actions
FYI
Here are the regular season passing frequencies of the twelve playoff teams:
Lions – 65.166%
Saints – 60.567%
Giants – 58.900%
Packers – 58.289%
Patriots – 58.286%
Falcons – 56.734%
Steelers – 55.396%
Ravens – 54.237%
Bengals – 54.040%
49ers – 47.524%
Texans – 46.101%
Broncos – 44.000%
The highest all-time regular season passing frequency to win a Super Bowl remains the 2002 Buccaneers at 57.798%. Dan Kelly’s “guarantee” of a team over 60% winning in the next five years just moved one season closer to non-fruition. ;-) That said, there are three teams remaining that could still conceivably raise the bar ever so slightly.
Despite that, going in, the average of all twelve playoff teams was 54.937%. That average has since dropped to 53.890%.
Passing league my a**.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Despite their growing reputation as an aerial show, the Saints were a fairly median 55.809% when they were actually good enough to win a Super Bowl, btw.
How’s about we stick to what’s been proven to work, Sean?
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Defense and turnovers
Two years in a row. We know what doesn’t work.
by xen-cuts on Jan 15, 2012 3:39 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
Man I am really sad to see such an amazing season
go out like that. Props to the 49’ers, they played like hell today and deserved the win.
A few thoughts:
1. Everyone is complaining about the D which I get but honestly they are what kept the Saints in the game for most of the game. 5 turnovers and the score was STILL close. They shut the niners down all freaking day.
That being said obviously some changes need to be made, especially at safety. This bend but don’t break stuff has to go. I want a scary defense that I know without a doubt will come to play.
2. I don’t understand why Drew was still pushing to make those big throws up until the 4th quarter when offense finally started to find a rhythm WITH those short yardage throws. He didn’t have enough time in the pocket to keep attempting those throws and the short ones were working. If they would have kept with it from at least the 2nd quarter I think it would have been a different game.
3. Honestly I hope the Packers win tomorrow and the 49ers beat them so I have something to feel better about and don’t have to hear about how the Packers really are the better team.
4. Not looking forward to more talk about: Saints games on the road, Saints playoff games on the road, Saints games on grass, Saints games not in a dome, yada, yada, yada.
5. I hope Graham and PT are okay with those head injuries. Scary stuff.
6. Regardless of today I still think we are the best team in the league and I don’t give s*** if people like it or not.
Everyone is complaining about the D which I get but honestly they are what kept the Saints in the game for most of the game. 5 turnovers and the score was STILL close. They shut the niners down all freaking day.
Agreed, for the most part. They are who they are and you can’t expect much more out of them on defense. It’s time to upgrade a few areas on that side of the ball and work on becoming a more balanced, efficient team on offense, in order to assist that defensive cause even further. Passing for a bazillion yards got us just what it got Fouts and Marino. A fleeting statistic to beat our chests about for the next few years. Nothing more.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
I mentioned this in another thread
but the bend but don’t break mentality says to me just do the bare minimum that you have to do to get by but not lose. That doesn’t match our offense or team mentality at all. Finish strong? That should include tackling.
Agreed. Take SF’s first offensive drive for example. We basically have them pinned against their own goal line following Pierre’s fumble. Unfortunate situation on offense, but no more so than the failed fourth and goal in the Super Bowl by Mike Bell, when he was wearing the wrong cleats. We’re also facing a much less potent QB/offense. In the Super Bowl, we forced a three and out in that situation, got he ball back around midfield and drove enough to kick a FG right before the half. That’s sound defense. That’s winning the battle of field position. Against the 49ers, Alex Smith manages to move the ball to right around mid field before punting. Andy Lee’s on of the best in the league and their coverage teams are outstanding, so now we’re pinned deep in our own territory. Well, low and behold, Brees throws a pick. They score and it snowballs from there, with all of the action happening deep in our territory. Now, obviously, the defense didn’t cause Brees to throw that pick or for Roby to fumble the kickoff, but if they don’t surrender those 50 some odd yards, maybe all of that is avoided in the form of a mid field three and out by the 49ers, a missed FG, etc. It was that “bending” that set everything else into motion, at least in terms of advantageous field position for the Niners in building their early 17-0 lead.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
people need to make up their minds
on one hand people are saying we blitz too much and then others are saying we shouldn’t do bend, don’t break. You can’t be classified as a bend don’t break defense when you are the defense in the NFL that blitzes the most.
The two don’t go togther.
We have zero elite pass rushers on our DL. We have 2 choices, let opposing QBs have a scrimmage atmosphere where the QB wears a red vest and never gets touched and completes 75% of his passes because it so easy, or find a way to put pressure on the QB with a guy in a low numbered jersey. That’s not bend don’t break. That’s being aggressive.
"We've established the run; we've established the pass. Now all we have to establish is another championship!"
"Some say the glass is half empty;
Some say the glass is half full.
I say- 'are you going to finish that beer'?"
people have made up their minds
some think Saints are bend don’t break – seeing corners playing way off and always late to the ball just making a tackle after catch (or missing said tackle until much further downfield)
other folks point to the blitzes and single coverage and say “No Mas!!!”
each side has their minds made up, but one side of them is just incorrect
Having the ball is better than not having the ball. And if you punt,
not only does it mean you don't have the ball anymore—
it means you didn't score, which sucks.
by Hans Petersen on Jan 15, 2012 10:35 AM CST up reply actions
Drew was still trying to make those big throws - thank God he did. Jimmy Graham's 66 yd TD should have been the game winner.
"We've established the run; we've established the pass. Now all we have to establish is another championship!"
"Some say the glass is half empty;
Some say the glass is half full.
I say- 'are you going to finish that beer'?"
I'm So Depressed....
but I still love the Saints, always will.
It seems to me the 49ers get their numerous turnovers, because they’re the most violent team out there – if I wanted to watch a sport that specializes in hardest hits, I’d watch boxing or those other crazy sports, which I don’t.
I sure hope Pierre Thomas is okay – please keep us posted.
Btw, why can’t we get the same gold color pants the 49ers have? Theirs match their/our helmets. Ours are more like khaki or buttermilk yellow. I like them a lot better than the black ballerina tights, but come on. There’s no reason we can’t fine tune that swatch.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
Despite 5 turnovers, despite 37 rushing yards, despite some head to head penalties that weren’t called, the Saints were still up 3 with less than a minute to go. The defense and Gregg Williams “lets send 8 and not cover Vernon Davis” lost this game. PERIOD. You don’t let Alex Smith (who doesn’t average 200 yards per game) score two touchdowns on you in the last 5 minutes. FAIL.
Good bye and good riddance to Gregg Williams.
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by Preston J. Gary, Jr. on Jan 15, 2012 6:10 AM CST reply actions
Despite 5 turnovers, despite 37 rushing yards, despite some head to head penalties that weren’t called, the Saints were still up 3 with less than a minute to go. The defense and Gregg Williams "lets send 8 and not cover Vernon Davis" lost this game. PERIOD.
They also kept us in the game for all the reasons you chose to label “despite”.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
WE lost this game because of the lack of pass rush by the front four.
Those of you that don’t like the blitzes, well think of what it would be like just letting Alex Smith have all the time in the world to pass and pick apart our D. We have no elite pass rushers out of our whole DL. Not one. I don’t understand why Will Smith doesn’t get more criticism. He stinks. Cam Jordan was drafted and it was apparent he was a good DE without a pass rush. Charleston, McBride, Galette- all below average.
Our D played great until those last 2 drives. Go back and look at the game book and look at almost every drive except the last 2 and it says punt, punt, punt,fg, fumble punt- stuff like that. GW’s defensive scheme, inspite of our offense giving SF the ball 5 times, sometimes deep in our own territory, was working. Our defense had to work way too hard. What defense can keep a team in the game with 5 turnovers ? In the end, SF just made the plays against a tired defense. If we had a 4 man front that could get pressure on the QB, then Harper, Jenkins, Porter, PRob and Greer would look like one o0f the best defensive backfields in the league.
You replace Will Smith with Jared Allen, and Cameron Jordan with Trent Cole, our defense is on a whole diifferent level. That’s the 2011-2012 Saints biggest weakness and GW has been doing everything he could the last few years to cover it up. We came close- SF deserved this win.
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with the season over i am sending out a little prayer to the footballing gods that the saints can somehow find a pass-rushing DE or LB this off-season.
of course, given we will be looking at the 60th pick in the 2012 nfl draft, it will be a minor miracle if we manage to find somebody late in the second round (ie there is a reason von miller and aldon smith get drafted inside the top ten).
alas therefore, it looks like we will have to rely on a free agent signing (oops, not going to happen – DE/LB who get sacks don’t grow on trees and are not easily acquired in free agency given teams aren’t silly enough to let them go) or somebody internal to the organization.
so it seems that we will be restricted to looking in-house. i have a little hope with greg romeus. seventh round pick, but before his injury the guy could flat out get to the QB at college level. I saw a draft projection of the first round of last year’s draft prior to the beginning of everybody’s senior season. of the top 32 in that projection, about 25 went in the first round. romeus was listed around 15th. so here’s hoping that he is fully healed and has some impact at the pro level.
outside of that the only other alternative might be somebody inside the organization flourishing in a new scheme. of course, that seems unlikely on two levels – 1 GW would have to be replaced (ok, maybe somewhat likely); 2 we would need to have somebody within the organization step up…..
any thoughts on this…anybody? bueller?
Would you trade those 5000 plus yards for a more balanced team and another shot at the SB
I’m hoping that will be the end result for the Ravens this year. I hate to say I’m glad to see you lose, but you were one team I hoped the Ravens would not meet if they make it to the SB.
Would you trade those 5000 plus yards for a more balanced team and another shot at the SB
Of course. And you’re on the money.
"I don’t intend to draw any conclusions from any single game." -Brian Burke
"I will now attempt to exclude specific large amounts of TOP from the totals of winning teams, in order to prove that TOP doesn't contribute to winning." -Dr. Jeremy Arkes
We don't get pressure on the opposing QB unless we're blitzing
Who’s to blame? Our D-line is garbage, Sedrick Ellis has been a huge disappointment, Will Smith is getting old, Cam Jordan is still young. Shaun Rogers and Aubrayo Franklin never lived up to their hype and definitely won’t be coming back.
My biggest interest is how do we keep this core intact? Gregg Williams is gone, Curtis Johnson is gone, who knows who else is gone. Dennis Allen was supposed to be Gregg’s predecessor, looks like he’s going to get a head coaching job somewhere. Steve Spagnuolo would be a better hire than Mike Nolan, imo. Look at Spags’ Dline in New York, one of the toughest (I know they have a much better personnel than us), but where do we go from here? We won’t be making any big splashes in free agency.
Re-signing Brees goes without saying, whether it’s franchising him or signing him longterm. Then Nicks and Colston, I’m not sure we’ll be able to sign all 3. Dunbar is priority too but Meachem :(, Porter, Franklin, Rogers are probably are gone.
What do you guys think?
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by AKAY47 on Jan 15, 2012 10:34 AM CST reply actions 1 recs
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