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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Saints and Falcons final injury report <a href="http://t.co/446EMF1hdS">http://t.co/446EMF1hdS</a></p>— WWL Radio (@WWLAMFM) <a href="https://twitter.com/WWLAMFM/statuses/376077717755944960">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Isa Abdul-Quddus and Glenn Foster have both been ruled out for Sunday's game. Everyone else is probable.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/376077348157677568">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>For Atlanta, Roddy White, Asante Samuel and Stephen Nicholas are all questionable.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/376077455909326848">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>LB Junior Galette (Hamstring) & LB Martez Wilson (Elbow) are probable for Sunday <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23ATLvsNO&src=hash">#ATLvsNO</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/statuses/376073069510414336">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>You can't stop the <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23INEVITABLE&src=hash">#INEVITABLE</a>.....<a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23BLESSED&src=hash">#BLESSED</a></p>— NuLa C.E.O. (@JuniorG93) <a href="https://twitter.com/JuniorG93/statuses/376066168416514048">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Payton says the team practiced in the Dome to allow those on 53-man roster to work out some kinks, get used to things.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/376065582556135424">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>As talkative as Rob Ryan was in the preseason, he said very little today during interviews.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/376062818958598144">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>2 DAYS.... <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Saints&src=hash">#Saints</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23WhoDat&src=hash">#WhoDat</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23BeatTheFalcons&src=hash">#BeatTheFalcons</a> <a href="http://t.co/J8LHYJgYc3">http://t.co/J8LHYJgYc3</a></p>— Thomas Morstead (@thomasmorstead) <a href="https://twitter.com/thomasmorstead/statuses/376062618269523968">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Rob Ryan on Junior Galette "I am excited to see him play because I think he will be great" <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Saints&src=hash">#Saints</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/statuses/376061897906200576">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Saints&src=hash">#Saints</a> study Seattle, San Fran, Houston to find run game success | <a href="http://t.co/aDohfUzM7U">http://t.co/aDohfUzM7U</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23NFL&src=hash">#NFL</a></p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/376052896627843072">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>In case you needed something to get you more pumped for Sunday -> (VIDEO) <a href="http://t.co/fs9uR2XWn6">http://t.co/fs9uR2XWn6</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23ATLvsNO&src=hash">#ATLvsNO</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/statuses/376041377034801152">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>We had a great opening night to the NFL season, but can't wait for the Saints game! WD4L!</p>— Joe Horn (@JoeHorn87) <a href="https://twitter.com/JoeHorn87/statuses/376035774048641024">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>.<a href="https://twitter.com/KennyVaccaro4">@KennyVaccaro4</a> & <a href="https://twitter.com/Tromboneshorty">@TromboneShorty</a> are the guests on today's <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbluereport">@BlackBlueReport</a> podcast LISTEN: <a href="http://t.co/KEnvjnRgJK">http://t.co/KEnvjnRgJK</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23NOLA&src=hash">#NOLA</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/statuses/376029083252977664">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Look forward to being back in the Dome w WHO DAT NATION! Been a long yr away.Special thanks to@CrossFit &<a href="https://twitter.com/Reebok">@Reebok</a> for helping me LIVEWITHFIRE</p>— Sean Payton (@SeanPayton) <a href="https://twitter.com/SeanPayton/statuses/376008145216081920">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>RT <a href="https://twitter.com/JeffDuncan_">@jeffduncan_</a>: My column ... Gleason Gras returns to Nola along with its beloved namesake | <a href="http://t.co/5U2rLeo3m6">http://t.co/5U2rLeo3m6</a> <a href="http://t.co/lo5yFyHeZE">http://t.co/lo5yFyHeZE</a></p>— steve gleason (@team_gleason) <a href="https://twitter.com/team_gleason/statuses/376001468144562176">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Mr. <a href="https://twitter.com/JuniorG93">@JuniorG93</a>'s beard is getting pretty serious <a href="http://t.co/xhle3KhL0I">pic.twitter.com/xhle3KhL0I</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/statuses/375976795104751616">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>"We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of their treasures." -Thornton Wilder <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Deep&src=hash">#Deep</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Love&src=hash">#Love</a></p>— Jedidiah Collins (@JedCollins45) <a href="https://twitter.com/JedCollins45/statuses/375962283664371713">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>It's a great day to be alive!</p>— Roman Harper (@Harp41) <a href="https://twitter.com/Harp41/statuses/375946572527579136">September 6, 2013</a></blockquote>
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Falcons @ Saints in 2 days!
New Orleans Saints issue final injury report for Falcons game
Glenn Foster, Isa Abdul Quddus won't play
Saints aren’t forgetting Steven Jackson in preparing for Atlanta | wwltv.com New Orleans
List Atlanta’s many weapons on offense and you likely think of Matt Ryan’s endless array of options in the passing game.
Eye On Saints: Saints vs Falcons | wwltv.com New Orleans
Bradley Handwerger and Mike Hoss discuss Sunday’s Saints versus Falcons game, review the teams, and talk about what they think we’ll see when the Saints take on the Falcons.
Luke McCown sees both sides of Saints-Falcons rivalry | Saints | The Advocate — Baton Rouge, LA
New Orleans Saints backup quarterback Luke McCown will have a chance Sunday to see both sides of the rivalry between his new team and the A…
Cameron Jordan’s motor keeps revving for Saints | Saints | The Advocate — Baton Rouge, LA
Cameron Jordan had a breakout season for a defense that broke down. His dramatic improvement at defensive end last year was rendered meanin…
Martez Wilson and Junior Galette Ready to Go - Who Dat Dish
Whether or not it has been a smokescreen, Martez Wilson and Junior Galette are ready to go for Sunday’s game against the Falcons. Galette has been nursing
NFL Preview - Atlanta Falcons at New Orleans Saints - Sep 08, 2013 - CBSSports.com Game Preview
Sean Payton is looking to take the focus off of him as he returns to the sideline for the New Orleans Saints.
Falcons vs. Saints 'official' injury report | Atlanta Falcons | www.ajc.com
FLOWERY BRANCH -- Falcons center/guard Joe Hawley (illness) was added to the injury report on Thursday.
Double Coverage: Falcons at Saints - Atlanta Falcons Blog - ESPN
Sean Payton is back to right the wrongs of last season, when his New Orleans Saints went off the rails in his absence. The first test of the season is
Overcoming injured ankle, Falcons' White expects to play
Though hampered by a sprained ankle, Roddy White expects to play in his 129th straight game on Sunday.
10 Reasons Falcons Will Lose To Saints - Who Dat Dish - A New Orleans Saints Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
Nov 29, 2012; Atlanta, GA, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Pierre Thomas (23) is forced out of bounds by Atlanta Falcons free safety Thomas DeCoud (28
Week 1 Mission: Stop Drew Brees
The Falcons have had their ups and downs against the Saints' Drew Brees, but did they learn things in their Week 13, five interception performance last season to give them an edge this year?
New Orleans Saints vs. Atlanta Falcons Connections
Check out the connections between the two NFC South rivals.
Superdome's legendary reputation as tough place to play endures
Falcons know they will have to battle the fan noise
New Orleans Advocate to give fans at Sunday's game a commemorative section
24-page special issue will feature stories about former Saint Steve Gleason and his battle with ALS, special moments in Saints history and the team’s impact post-Hurricane Katrina
Not just noise: Players insist Superdome gives New Orleans Saints one of NFL's best home-field advantages | NOLA.com
Newly-signed tight end Benjamin Watson one of many who claims loudest game he ever played as a visitor was inside Mercedes-Benz Superdome, where Saints will kick off 2013 season Sunday against Atlanta Falcons
Five things to know about the New Orleans Saints on Friday, September 6
The Saints will wear white jerseys and gold pants in the season opener on Sunday
New Orleans Saints Morning Break
A sampling of what's being written about your favorite team and its next opponent, the Atlanta Falcons
Black and Gold Today: New Orleans Saints vs. Atlanta Falcons key matchups, predictions and more - Video | NOLA.com
Sports reporter Rachel Whittaker and Saints beat writer Larry Holder examine the most crucial matchups and predict Sunday's season opener at the Superdome, and hear from Falcons QB Matt Ryan on the crowd noise. Tune in every weekday for your snapshot of all things New Orleans Saints.
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Other Saints news
Saints study Seattle, San Fran, Houston to find run game success | wwltv.com New Orleans
For much of the 2012 season, those involved in the Saints’ run game constantly heard about how poorly they were doing.
Saints ticket prices lower than NFL average | wwltv.com New Orleans
Average ticket prices charged for 2013 NFL games at the 32 home sites:
Sean Payton, Steve Gleason, Zach Mettenberger, Saints' Super Bowl hopes and more highlight the week | NOLA.com
The week's best quotes and observations from NOLA.com's Sports stories.
To 'Crunk' or not: New Orleans Saints fans will move to different beats in Superdome this season | NOLA.com
Fan favorite 'Stand Up and Get Crunk' will still be in the mix 'for special occasions'
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Around the league
Danny Trevathan: "I thought I was in the end zone" | ProFootballTalk
"It was a young mistake. I was just in the moment," Trevathan said. "I thought I was in the end zone. Next time I’m going hold the ball up high and give it to a fan or something. But it’s not going to happen again. I’m growing from it and I’m not let going to let anybody stop me."
Raiders again scrambling at left tackle | ProFootballTalk
The Raiders are struggling with many things right now, but finding and keeping someone to play left tackle is a particular challenge. According to Scott Bair of CSNBayArea.com, rookie Menelik Watson was held out of practice for a second straight day after tweaking his knee Wednesday.
Hernandez pleads not guilty to all charges | ProFootballTalk
To no surprise, Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez pleaded not guilty to all charges related to the murder of Odin Lloyd. Hernandez delivered the words personally, with far less conviction and panache than O.J.
Smaller-than-normal crowd for Orioles last night | ProFootballTalk
Even with the enticement of a free Keith Urban concert (googles Keith Urban, realizes he’s a thing), the crowds in Baltimore weren’t quite what they could have been last night.
Cam Newton named Panthers’ co-captain for first time | Saints | The Advocate — Baton Rouge, LA
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Panthers quarterback Cam Newton was selected by his teammates as co-captain for the first time in his NFL career, coach R…
Fennelly: This one’s pretty close to a must-win for Bucs
There's no such thing as a Week 1 Must Win, writes columnist Martin Fennelly. But the Jets are prime targets. Oh, yeah, and the Bucs have New York's best player: Darrelle Revis.
DeAngelo Williams ready and pleased with direction Panthers’ offense is heading | CharlotteObserver.com
DeAngelo Williams, the Carolina Panthers’ leading rusher, is prepared to get the bulk of the carries Sunday against Seattle with fellow running back Jonathan Stewart out for the first six weeks of the season and fullback Mike Tolbert a game-time decision.
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Video
VIDEO: New Orleans Saints Morning Report: September 6
New Orleans Saints Senior writer John Deshazier talks with DE Cameron Jordan for the New Orleans Saints Morning Report on Friday, September 6, 2013/
VIDEO: Junior Galette: "I'm more than ready"
New Orleans Saints DE Junior Galette speaks with reporters after practice on Thursday, September 6, 2013.
VIDEO: Mercedes-Benz Superdome Food Options: Concession
Executive chef for Centerplate Lenny Martinson talks about what the Mercedes-Benz Superdome will be offering in the concession areas.
VIDEO: Mercedes-Benz Superdome Food Options: Club
Executive chef for Centerplate Lenny Martinson talks about what the Mercedes-Benz Superdome will be offering in the club area.
VIDEO: New Orleans Saints vs Atlanta Falcons 2013 Trailer
The New Orleans Saints kickoff the 2013 regular season against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, September 8 in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome! The game will be regionally televised on FOX.