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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>What <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> hate relationship? Coach Payton and Ryan share a 'moment' <a href="http://t.co/aNA3uNJJ23">pic.twitter.com/aNA3uNJJ23</a></p>— John Hendrix (@JohnJHendrix) <a href="https://twitter.com/JohnJHendrix/status/539188041051824128">November 30, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Wondering if a Saints player will make Pro Bowl this year. Graham should be in. Brees probably goes if he maintains current form</p>— Saints Nation Blog (@SaintsNationBlg) <a href="https://twitter.com/SaintsNationBlg/status/539970974503153664">December 3, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>It was a long, long time comin, but I finally got a TD! Lol. What a week..... <a href="http://t.co/sqSiSIzWsj">http://t.co/sqSiSIzWsj</a></p>— Benjamin Watson (@BenjaminSWatson) <a href="https://twitter.com/BenjaminSWatson/status/539968469442498560">December 3, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Five running backs get Tuesday workouts, but not Ray Rice <a href="http://t.co/bgrQKNjoiW">http://t.co/bgrQKNjoiW</a></p>— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballTalk/status/539964194444296194">December 3, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Working on Saints-CAR preview <a href="https://twitter.com/WWLTV">@WWLTV</a>. Don't worry, by exec order I'm not allowed to pick Saints to win.</p>— Ralph Malbrough (@SaintsForecast) <a href="https://twitter.com/SaintsForecast/status/539948999134826498">December 3, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Top league official testifies that <a href="https://twitter.com/nflcommish">@nflcommish</a> Roger Goodell didn’t need to see second Ray Rice video: <a href="http://t.co/28Eh7wg2np">http://t.co/28Eh7wg2np</a></p>— Yahoo (@Yahoo) <a href="https://twitter.com/Yahoo/status/539957283581865984">December 3, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>"The people who should be the maddest about all of this are Saints fans." - <a href="https://twitter.com/BillSimmons">@BillSimmons</a> <a href="http://t.co/5mbZLMLCxC">http://t.co/5mbZLMLCxC</a></p>— Reid (@ReidG75) <a href="https://twitter.com/ReidG75/status/539946470045396992">December 3, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Enjoyed telling my story from HS 8 man FB to 10 yrs in NFL including what learned from all great coaches I played for <a href="http://t.co/0si3nCNRXl">pic.twitter.com/0si3nCNRXl</a></p>— Scott Shanle (@scottshanle) <a href="https://twitter.com/scottshanle/status/539944627659235328">December 3, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>This Mon. at <a href="https://twitter.com/Mortons">@Mortons</a> for <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints">@Saints</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PTcelebservers?src=hash">#PTcelebservers</a>! Gonna be a fun nite all for a great cause. <a href="http://t.co/CUpg3hkDmf">http://t.co/CUpg3hkDmf</a> <a href="http://t.co/ZbLumov0un">pic.twitter.com/ZbLumov0un</a></p>— Timmy Doe (@timmydoe) <a href="https://twitter.com/timmydoe/status/539935219877281792">December 3, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>The <a href="https://twitter.com/CFBPlayoff">@CFBPlayoff</a> Top 25: 1. Alabama 2. Oregon 3. TCU 4. Florida State <a href="http://t.co/luSSMm0Zm9">pic.twitter.com/luSSMm0Zm9</a></p>— College GameDay (@CollegeGameDay) <a href="https://twitter.com/CollegeGameDay/status/539934660759789569">December 3, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>"<a href="https://twitter.com/GSpeed9">@GSpeed9</a>: <a href="https://twitter.com/T_Armstead72">@T_Armstead72</a> Who Dat! <a href="http://t.co/Sn9plTsKjI">pic.twitter.com/Sn9plTsKjI</a>" wow just a little too late this time buddy! Great pic my friend lol</p>— Terron Armstead (@T_Armstead72) <a href="https://twitter.com/T_Armstead72/status/539926324056719360">December 2, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Here's the 1st responder and pelicans tickets winner <a href="https://twitter.com/HoratioDell">@HoratioDell</a> <a href="http://t.co/JpurZiwjjr">pic.twitter.com/JpurZiwjjr</a></p>— Terron Armstead (@T_Armstead72) <a href="https://twitter.com/T_Armstead72/status/539926070129332224">December 2, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Looks like a lot of Saints players are going to the Pelicans game tonight</p>— Saints Nation Blog (@SaintsNationBlg) <a href="https://twitter.com/SaintsNationBlg/status/539922795866505218">December 2, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Vinnie Sunseri says <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/saints?src=hash">#saints</a> S Kenny Vaccaro has taken charge of safety group in wake of injuries to veterans Byrd, Bush, is 'a great leader'</p>— Ramon Antonio Vargas (@RVargasAdvocate) <a href="https://twitter.com/RVargasAdvocate/status/539896595622289408">December 2, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>On fractured arm rehab, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/saints?src=hash">#saints</a> S Vinnie Sunseri said 'it's going great' and 'I'm ready for next season.'</p>— Ramon Antonio Vargas (@RVargasAdvocate) <a href="https://twitter.com/RVargasAdvocate/status/539896807573028865">December 2, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Senator Rubio says <a href="https://twitter.com/TroyVincent23">@TroyVincent23</a> comment that Goodell did not need to see the 2nd video, is problematic and will be the takeaway</p>— daniel kaplan (@dkaplanSBJ) <a href="https://twitter.com/dkaplanSBJ/status/539900498602885120">December 2, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Nice video by <a href="https://twitter.com/wyche89">@wyche89</a> on the impact of Mr. Benson's donation to the <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballHOF">@ProFootballHOF</a> <a href="http://t.co/j63kWXtqrR">http://t.co/j63kWXtqrR</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> <a href="http://t.co/ge0sYm1OaU">pic.twitter.com/ge0sYm1OaU</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/539896802305011712">December 2, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>A breakdown of Drew Brees' five TD passes in the Saints' win over Pittsburgh: Film Study <a href="http://t.co/i18xZxb4Wp">http://t.co/i18xZxb4Wp</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/NOLAnews">@nolanews</a></p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/539896039809884160">December 2, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Troy Vincent says NFL didn't need to see second Ray Rice video; if Robert Mueller agrees, things will get interesting <a href="http://t.co/UqM4xlVdOJ">http://t.co/UqM4xlVdOJ</a></p>— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballTalk/status/539888431183450112">December 2, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Saints News
Drew Brees says reports about the Saints replacing him have 'absolutely no validity' | NOLA.com
Brees said he got wind of the report after Sunday's game
Drew Brees irritated by report saying Saints will look to draft QB - CBSSports.com
Drew Brees apparently does NOT believe the team should be looking to draft his replacement.
Drew Brees' New Orleans Saints could be poised to make a run - NFL.com
The New Orleans Saints have been one of the NFL's biggest letdowns in 2014, but fresh off an inspiring win, are they ready to make a run? Brian Billick says you can't sleep on Drew Brees and Co.
Patience starting to pay off for Nick Toon, Saints - New Orleans Saints Blog - ESPN
New Orleans Saints receiver Nick Toon had to wait three years to finally reach the end zone.
Where the New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers rank: Week 14 - ESPN
A look at where the New Orleans Saints (5-7) and Carolina Panthers (3-8-1) rank in key statistical categories through 13 weeks of the NFL season:
New Orleans Saints Quarterback Snapshot: Drew Brees - ESPN
Evaluating Drew Brees' performance in the New Orleans Saints' victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
New Orleans Saints film review: Defense - ESPN
A film review of the New Orleans Saints' defensive performance against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
John Jenkins presents The Forgotten Angeles Toy Drive
Toy donations will be accepted through Dec. 12
Saints Defensive and Special Teams Player Grades at Steelers | The Saints Nation
New Orleans Saints' passing game vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers: Graphic | NOLA.com
A look at Drew Brees' passing accuracy during the New Orleans Saints' energizing 35-32 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Saints are now 5-7. Their next game will be back in the Superdome vs. the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 12 noon. This weekly illustration breaks the field into six zones, depicting the Saints' hotspots and rough patches.
Saints Need to Seize Opportunity vs. Panthers
It doesn't seem all that long ago that the Saints were at their highest point of a what has definitely been a crazy up and down season; after their dominan
Bad Defenses Mean Drew Brees, New Orleans Saints Can Still Go 9-7
The 5-7 New Orleans Saints have played uncharacteristic football all year, but with bad defenses remaining on the schedule, 9-7 is not out of the question.
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Panthers News
Carolina Panthers look nothing like the team that made a tremendous run last season | NOLA.com
The Carolina Panthers have have gone 1-8-1 since Week 3 of the season.
Carolina Panthers should plan for future, not playoffs | CharlotteObserver.com
While the Panthers thawed out during the two-hour flight home following a 31-13 loss at Minnesota, hopefully they realized they can stop with all this playoff talk.
Inside the Panthers: Panthers waive Cason; third veteran to go
Knox Bardeen: Are the Carolina Panthers the worst team in the NFC? | FOX Sports
The records may not show it, but Tampa Bay is a better team right now than the Carolina Panthers.
Ron Rivera says Cam Newton remains Carolina Panthers' quarterback of future - ESPN
Carolina Panthers coach Ron Rivera said Cam Newton remains the team's quarterback of the future despite having his worst season statistically.
Cam Newton: Carolina Panthers have lost their swagger | CharlotteObserver.com
Cam Newton introduced another possible reason for Carolina’s struggles after a 31-13 loss to the Vikings: a loss of swagger.
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NFL News
New estimates put new Falcons stadium at $1.4 billion | ProFootballTalk
Man, even with Cyber Monday, $1.2 billion doesn't buy you what it used to. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the Falcons will tell the Georgia World Congress Center Authority today that their new stadium is going to cost an extra $200 million, up to $1.4 billion.
Report: Tyrann Mathieu to have pin inserted in thumb | ProFootballTalk
Cardinals safety Tyrann Mathieu was having his injured thumb evaluated by doctors on Monday, so the Cardinals weren't sure whether he would be able to play with a cast protecting the injury or if he'd be forced to miss time. It looks like he's going to be missing time.
NFLPA reverses course, sends witness to Senate hearing | ProFootballTalk
As of Monday, a Tuesday hearing on domestic violence in pro sports before the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee was set to include representatives from the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NFL along with all respective unions -- except for the NFL Players Association.
Troy Vincent admits NFL didn’t need to see second Rice video | ProFootballTalk
From the days after the second Ray Rice video was released, some have argued that the question of whether the NFL saw that video before it was released overlooks the question of whether the NFL needed to see the second Ray Rice video.
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Video
VIDEO: Mark Ingram: "My teammates had my back"
Mark Ingram recaps the New Orleans Saints vs Pittsburgh Steelers game on Sunday, November 30, 2014. Video provided by WVUE-FOX 8.
VIDEO: Benjamin Watson talks about his 1st TD of season
Benjamin Watson recaps the New Orleans Saints vs Pittsburgh Steelers game on Sunday, November 30, 2014. Video provided by WVUE-FOX-8.
VIDEO: Tom Benson's Hall of Fame pledge
NFL Media's Steve Wyche takes an inside look at New Orleans Saints owner Tom Benson's $11 million pledge to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, making it the largest donation in the Hall's 51-year history.