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Adam Schefter @AdamSchefterThis does not bode well for Drew Brees' attendance at OTAs starting Monday: there have been no recent contract talks between Brees, Saints.
Judy Battista @judybattistaRT @BlogAndTackle: #Saints owner Tom Benson on Brees: "I talked to Drew Brees this morning. ... He is due in next week. We're close."
BlackenedOut @BlackenedOutPeter King reporting that while he thought it would be a good idea to sell Hornets to Tony Dungy, NBA did not offer franchise to Dungy.
Scott Shanle @scottshanleAwesome to hear that mr benson bought the hornets! Great for the city of new Orleans
Jimmy Graham @TheJimmyGraham"@ChaseDaniel: check out my guy @TheJimmyGraham ! Dude is a LEGIT pilot! When do I get to ride along?"For sure ima take u up for a ride
Will Smith @iWillSmithWe Stand As One, for a safer New Orleans! Black n Gold basketball tonight at Brother Martin High School at 6pm. http://westandasone.org
DougTatum @DougTatumBrees won't be working out with team Monday #Saints http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/04/new_orleans_saints_quarterback_137.html
JUNIOR GALETTE @JuniorG93#whodatnation GOD IS COUNTING ON ME FAILING IS NOT AN OPTION....
Thomas Morstead @thomasmorsteadWatching @JenHale504 and @SeanFazende talk about @Saints owner Tom Benson buying the @Hornets #WHODAT
David Aldridge @daldridgetntStern says league funded losses on Hornets last year. This year team is a "break even proposition" financially.
Kevin Spain @kevinspainTPtom benson says he'll keep #saints & #hornets separate http://ow.ly/agDsQ #whodat #nola
David Aldridge @daldridgetntDJS: "To have the leading sports owner in the state...speaks for itself. I figured if I got the big guy involved, I could raise the price."
New Orleans Saints @SaintsMr. Benson with NBA Commissioner David Stern & Deputy Commissioner Adam Silver http://twitpic.com/99cilt via @NBA
New Orleans Saints @SaintsStern on Benson "We have found the perfect owner." #Hornets
Jermon Bushrod @j_bushrod7475lmfao "@RatchetCentral: Now Who Father Is This? http://twitpic.com/99c5x8"
JUNIOR GALETTE @JuniorG93MY integrity & WORD is all I ever had I refuse to get down on my knees for any1 I will SHATTER every obstacle in my way & save my team #NuLa
Lance Moore @LanceMoore16Can't wait for the black n gold hoops challenge tonight at brother Martin high school. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets available there.
Jedidiah Collins @JedCollins45On stage at New Orleans Fest kickoff!!! Amazing city. #NewOrleans http://pic.twitter.com/BTOJRGQQ
David Aldridge @daldridgetntHornets to be sold for $338M to Saints owner Tom Benson, per source. Story up soon on http://NBA.com.
cameron jordan @camjordan94I love harder than most, and forget faster than most, I'm quirky like that
Jimmy Smith @JimmySmithtpSources saying Tom Benson will be announced this afternoon as new owner of #Hornets. Gov. Bobby Jindal said to be pleased.
Chris Mortensen @mortreportBrees' longterm deal would actually lower current salary cap # to $10-$12 mil range.14.4m now will spike to $16m when #s reset in 2 wks.
Jedidiah Collins @JedCollins45Already got dibbs on being Cato when we re-enact the hunger Games in the Locker room. So don't steal him. U can be peeta @drewbrees
Jonathan Vilma @JonVilma51"@real_walter: @JonVilma51 theres nothing to laugh about you bounty hunting son of a bitch"WHOA,,,we got a potty mouth over here
Jonathan Vilma @JonVilma51"@jessicathatswho: @JonVilma51 open a fox hole in NOLA."u hear this....@FoxholeBar
Lance Moore @LanceMoore16Happy Friday the 13th everybody! Hope everyone has a great day and start to their wknd. Oh and see u in a few hrs Nola. Wheels up ✈
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NFL.com news: Drew Brees, Wes Welker among franchised stars set to sit out
It would take an unforeseen amount of progress over the weekend for franchised stars like Patriots WR Wes Welker to show up when most teams begin their offseason programs next week.
Life without Sean Payton: how it shakes out - Video | NOLA.com
Now that Joe Vitt has been named interim head coach for next year's Saints season, Kevin Spain talks with Saints beat writer James Varney about how things are shaping up.
Why the New Orleans Saints chose Joe Vitt as interim coach - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
From NBC Sports
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees will not show up for team's offseason workout program - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Source says decision is 'very upsetting' to Brees to not be there with teammates
Saints Owner Tom Benson Purchases the New Orleans Hornets
Daily Special, April 13, 2012 - Who Dat Social Club
SaintsWin: Analysis, Examination, Opinion
Saints Nation: Was Joe Vitt the Right Decision? | April
Is Joe Vitt/Aaron Kromer combination right one for Saints?
New Orleans clearly going for some measure of continuity in Sean Payton's absence -- even if the head coaching solution is convoluted.
Aaron Kromer Expected To Replace Joe Vitt, Who Is Replacing Sean Payton - SBNation.com
Announcement that Tom Benson is the new owner of the New Orleans Hornets will come this afternoon | NOLA.com
Benson has owned the Saints since 1985
Drew Brees, Saints Haven't Had Recent Contract Talks, According To Report - SBNation.com
The Saints used the franchise tag on Drew Brees, keeping the QB in New Orleans. The two sides will continue to negotiate a longterm contract.
Tulsa defensive end Tyrunn Walker works out for New Orleans Saints
Tulsa defensive end Tyrunn Walker worked out for the New Orleans Saints.