Fleur-de-Links: January 17, 2012

by David "Satch" Kelly on Jan 17, 2012 4:00 PM CST

TWEETS:

Former Rams HC Steve Spagnuolo, who spent Monday interviewing with Colts, is scheduled to meet with Saints in New Orleans on Wednesday.

thomasmorstead Thomas Morstead

"@AngaliL: @thomasmorstead how do I become part of the who dat nation????" live and die with the #saints haha..... Seriously

thomasmorstead Thomas Morstead

"@S_Humphries: @thomasmorstead When will the Pro Bowl results be released? #SendtheLeg" I will go if San fran wins this weekend

thomasmorstead Thomas Morstead

"@nicoleashleigh1: @thomasmorstead not much? hbu? :)"I'm done being sad about Saturday, time to move on

camjordan94 cameron jordan

Cant go wrong wit that! RT @bradyiscrazy: @camjordan94 huuuge saints fan here and I have 2 boys one named cameron and the other named jordan

camjordan94 cameron jordan

My dads ill... He calls me, "pack ur bags I'm gettin an award n L A..."I felt like a kid again and so now I'm packin... #oppositeofbeingrown

camjordan94 cameron jordan

He ain gon be doin that when I'm 23 tho.. #dontdoit

thomasmorstead Thomas Morstead

"@fantasystud79: @thomasmorstead do you stay in new Orleans in the offseason or get away for a while?" I'm in #NewOrleans year round

thomasmorstead Thomas Morstead

"@99solaraSLE: @thomasmorstead Hey man how you holding up, Thanks for your dedication, we love yall. #whodat" just bummed out

thomasmorstead Thomas Morstead

"@Mleonard0128: @thomasmorstead im tired and don't feel like working lol" same here!

thomasmorstead Thomas Morstead

"@USMCassell: @thomasmorstead #WhoDatNation is depressed the season is over....how do we deal? We move on to Mardi Gras!" I'll be there too

camjordan94 cameron jordan

Ever go to pay rent an try and talk ur landlord into cheaper rent this month... Like "how bout I pay half? No? I'm jk unless your serious?"

JasonLaCanfora Jason La Canfora

Falcons announce they've hired Mike Nolan, formerly of Miami, as the D Coordinator. Like that move a lot.

AdamSchefter Adam Schefter

Only two of the 11 NFL head coaches hired in 2009 remain: Jim Schwartz and Rex Ryan. Other nine -- nine! -- each now fired.

camjordan94 cameron jordan

Ever have a night mare that your back in school??? Wake up and praise Jesus u got out??

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

RT @JeffDuncanTP: RT @AdamSchefter: Add 1 more team to the Steve Spagnuolo mix. Spagnuolo spent Mon. visiting w/Colts about their DC job.

camjordan94 cameron jordan

Ever cat daddy in the mall walkin past a pet store and a dog starts barkin... Is that cuz the dog recognized a dance for cats?

camjordan94 cameron jordan

Till a Lil kid and and older lady pass u by with their heads turned sideways

camjordan94 cameron jordan

Ever start Singn while listening to music and then notice your too Ito the song cuz ur swayin and ur eyes r closed and u think ur gettin it

camjordan94 cameron jordan

Ever wish gamestop had a VIP express lane? C'mon I'm here at least 3 times a month to pick up the latest

camjordan94 cameron jordan

Ever catch yourself dancin at the mall waitin n line at GameStop?

camjordan94 cameron jordan

Any body ever wear headphones on n public not so jus to listen to music but ta help blend in wit the crowd... Lol that's my reason anyways

SATCH NOTE: I can't take anymore of Cam's tweets. Moving on.

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton said he would not rule out any candidate in his search for a new DC. Said he will consider coaches with all backgrounds.

T_Porter22 Tracy Porter

Driving all the way to the Lafayette Toys R Us to get my baby's swing set since they are the only ones that have it.

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton said he felt "disappointment" while watching the Packers lose to the Giants on Sunday.

Official_Saints New Orleans Saints

Payton: when asked about the possibility of Brees leaving "That might sell hits on your Web site but I don’t see that happening."

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton on the offseason & improvement: "We've got to find the next Carl Nicks the next Jahri Evans and the next Marques Colston."

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton said he felt like the Saints defended Vernon Davis well for most of the game. "I think the TOs hurt us more than anything else."

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton said he would be stunned if Drew Brees wasn't a Saint next year: "I don't think 'stunned' is a strong enough word for it."

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton said the opportunity to win, be funcational and be a contender could be "a 12-year period."

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton said they will keep an open mind in his search for a DC. Said he does not have a "profile" for the job. All backgrounds considered.

iWillSmith Will Smith

Happy Birthday Muhammad Ali.. GREATEST OF ALL TIME

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton said he's looking for "talent" in his DC. "I don't think U just profile exactly who you're looking for. We try to keep an open mind."

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton n GW: "Gregg's meant a lot to us and has been a big reason for the success we've had."

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton said Gregg Williams made the decision to leave on his own and wanted to work with his mentor, Jeff Fisher. "That's the profession."

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton on Brees' deal: "I think it'll certainly be something that's on our priority list."

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton on Brees' contract: "I don't think there'd be any timetable. Certainly the sooner the better."

Official_Saints New Orleans Saints

Payton: "We aspire to win championships here – that’s our goal. We will continue to strive for that. That is what we set out to do."

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

SP: "I think each yr the puzzle is different.This season certainly some real good players are FAs. I think we do a good job in that regard."

Official_Saints New Orleans Saints

Payton said Pierre Thomas will be fine. Said he met with him at halftime of 49ers game & he was better than he thought he would be.

Official_Saints New Orleans Saints

Payton said the Raiders have requested to interview OC Pete Carmichael for their HC opening, but the interview hasn't happened yet.

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Payton said the DC job needs to be the right fit. "We're set up a certain way."

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Sean Payton confirmed that Gregg Williams has taken a position with the Rams

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

Sean Payton said Aaron Kromer met with the Rams last week while in the Bay Area.

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan

No surprise, but #Saints defenders today universally defended Gregg Williams & his play-calling down the stretch vs. 49ers.

SAINTS:

NY Giants happy they are playing San Francisco 49ers rather than Drew Brees and New Orleans Saints in NFC Championship - NY Daily News
"Just coming from our schedule and how it turned out and how we played against New Orleans and how we played against San Fran, it definitely works out in our favor a little bit that we’re able to get San Fran as opposed to New Orleans," said Cruz, "just because of how we feel about them and we understand we have a good chance of winning that game."

Frank Gore talks about beating Saints, facing Giants | ProFootballTalk
The 49ers knocked off the Saints in a memorable playoff game on Saturday. On Monday night, running back Frank Gore joined NBC SportsTalk to discuss the win over the Saints and the upcoming NFC title game against the Giants.

Saints DC Gregg Williams Leaves the Team to Join the Rams " NFL Gridiron Gab
Are you ready for some football?

My Drunk Dial to the New Orleans Saints - Chicks in the Huddle

moosedenied " Blog Archive " Lift Your Head Up High (And Blow Your Brains Out) Part 1

2012 NFC South salary-cap update - NFC South Blog - ESPN
Let’s take a look at the latest 2012 salary-cap figures for all four NFC South teams. According to numbers obtained by ESPN.com, the Carolina P

New Orleans Saints defenders never formally told of Coach Gregg Williams departure - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Several New Orleans Saints defenders said Tuesday they have not been given any formal word from defensive coordinator Gregg Williams or the franchise about Williams reported departure for the St. Louis Rams. The players conceded they were perplexed by the situation. Linebacker Jonathan Casillas and defensive end Cameron Jordan both said they learned Williams was likely headed to St....

New Orleans Saints players chalk up 2011 as disappointment, shift focus to 2012 - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Coming closer to Super Bowl in 2011 made their playoff loss sting even more

Replay: Sean Payton season wrap press conference updates - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
From the Saints facility on Airline Drive

Payton: Gregg Williams made decision to leave | ProFootballTalk
Asked if the Saints ever offered Williams a contract, Payton responded: "We’re really putting the cart ahead of the horse. We never really got to that spot."

LAGNIAPPE:

Falcons land Mike Nolan as DC - NFC South Blog - ESPN
The Atlanta Falcons have hired Mike Nolan as defensive coordinator, the team just announced. This is a very strong hire by Atlanta coach Mike Smith.

Center Goodwin 'block of granite' on S.F. line
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VIDEO:

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NFL Videos: Saints devastated by loss
What's the mood in New Orleans after Saturday's loss to the 49ers? New Orleans Times-Picayune writer Mike Triplett discusses how the Saints will respond after having their nine-game win streak snapped by the 49ers.

NFL Videos: Coaches Show: 49ers sink the Saints
How was Alex Smith able to help the 49ers beat the Saints? Brian Billick and Dennis Green discuss why the Saints couldn't overcome the tough San Francisco defense.

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Hey Cameron....maybe you should go back to school until you learn the difference between "your" and "you're".

-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.

by jeff.l.b on Jan 17, 2012 4:53 PM CST reply actions

Let it go

sometimes we forget that these guys PLAY A GAME FOR A LIVING. Haha we just gotta let it goooo

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by 504life on Jan 17, 2012 5:09 PM CST up reply actions

Guy went to Cal Berkley...I just downgraded the school in my head.

-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.

by jeff.l.b on Jan 17, 2012 5:11 PM CST up reply actions

Berkeley

See how easy it is to make a typo? Give him a break.

What! shall we curse the planets of mishap
That plotted thus our glory's overthrow?

by MtnExile on Jan 17, 2012 8:20 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs

well played

"But tonight the Superbowl belongs to the City of New Orleans" - Roger Goodell 2/7/2010

by SaintBevo on Jan 17, 2012 9:32 PM CST up reply actions

don't you mean well plaid?

"We live by the blitz, and we die by the blitz.'' - Roman Harper

"So I guess the blitz died.'' - Alex Smith

by Hans Petersen on Jan 17, 2012 9:36 PM CST up reply actions

Now, don't be meen.

Every day I'm shufflin'!

by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 18, 2012 1:51 AM CST up reply actions

But it is so much easier for some people to just be grumpy…

by BlackandGold4ever on Jan 18, 2012 7:20 AM CST up reply actions

Highly recommend the chicks in the huddle drunk dial

Make sure to read the comments too. Very funny stuff. Needed the laugh.

In Breesus' name we play

by Breesus Christ Superstar on Jan 17, 2012 5:19 PM CST via mobile reply actions

does this comment make you think these guys won't be back next year?

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan
Payton on the offseason & improvement: “We’ve got to find the next Carl Nicks the next Jahri Evans and the next Marques Colston.”

or that we need more guys on the line like them?

LOVING MOORE, GRAHAM AND THE COOL BREES!

by N_O_1saintfan on Jan 17, 2012 6:50 PM CST reply actions

Evans is locked up to a multi year deal

So he probably meant " like them "…but you can never tell with Payton. Considering that the Saints have the best offense ( yardage record ) in NFL history, its a no brainer to lock down all of the core group that you can. The Saints problem is lack of play makers on the other side of the ball. I think the Saints defensive woes were just as much a personnel issue as it was scheme.

by canu2u on Jan 17, 2012 7:00 PM CST up reply actions

Those guys always say exactly what they mean!

It’s not the size of your TOP, it’s how you use it!

by Dan Kelly on Jan 17, 2012 8:52 PM CST up reply actions

I'm thinking he's talking about their eventual replacements. As in, ROOKS

I'd rather not wait until I'm dead to figure out how to live.

by hooahsaint2.0 on Jan 18, 2012 12:44 AM CST up reply actions

"...just a big jumbled mess of What The F***"

Sometimes I think the Saints are the Irish of the NFL. We collect more glorious defeats than anyone.

What! shall we curse the planets of mishap
That plotted thus our glory's overthrow?

by MtnExile on Jan 17, 2012 7:53 PM CST reply actions

But they are always GLORIOUS!

I'd rather not wait until I'm dead to figure out how to live.

by hooahsaint2.0 on Jan 18, 2012 12:44 AM CST up reply actions

'Scuse me but, wouldn't that be the French?

(said the short, bald, rotund Irishman)

Every day I'm shufflin'!

by Just 'Nother Day on Jan 18, 2012 1:53 AM CST up reply actions

No effing way

’tis glorious to go down fighting the bloody Brits at the Boyne…but losing three out of four home games to the Germans? Not so much.

What! shall we curse the planets of mishap
That plotted thus our glory's overthrow?

by MtnExile on Jan 18, 2012 7:07 AM CST up reply actions

by Doc Boudin on Jan 18, 2012 9:13 PM CST up reply actions

Bwahahaha!!!

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan
Payton said he would not rule out any candidate in his search for a new DC. Said he will consider coaches with all backgrounds.

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan
Payton said they will keep an open mind in his search for a DC. Said he does not have a “profile” for the job. All backgrounds considered.

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan
Payton said he’s looking for “talent” in his DC. “I don’t think U just profile exactly who you’re looking for. We try to keep an open mind.”

And than this..

JeffDuncanTP Jeff Duncan
Payton said the DC job needs to be the right fit. “We’re set up a certain way.”

Keep it coming M. Payton. I’ll need the laugh through that off season…

Repeat? Run it!

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