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Fleur-de-Links: July 17, 2012

By David "Satch" Kelly
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TWEETS:

Drew Brees, man of the people! Pump that gas! Pump that gas! via

Players report for training camp a week from today! Full Schedule:

Workout was good wit the homie ... Sauna time then shower then a Lil meeting wit my tailor... Gotta get fresh on Dat ass lol

Just left the mall, got my.protein and my nas album! Omw too workout number two my My Bro

About to get These 110'S In

After that work out n run I'm sittin here wit my lights dimming lol those of u who work out hard kno what I'm talkin bout

": did u ever get the "free vilma" t-shirts goin?"they're coming soon

Bout to get this work in!! I hope everyones having a great day. If not, there's still time to change it. Gotta get a little better today!!

There are two things a person should never be angry at, what they can help, & what they cannot -Plato

Having a little sibling is like having a kid, u just want them to be happy and successful

": It appears that , by supplying an affidavit, is the 1st person to actually present real evidence in Bountygate"lol

Takeaway from the Vilma affidavit: The severity of his knee injury perhaps even more than his likely suspension spurred the Lofton signing.

It's either really early in the a.m or really late at night, my eyes hurt but my mind is wide awake, body is sore but my hearts pumpin

could the gym be open, do I have to wait 4.5 mo hrs to get this work in... Jus wanna hit these sprints knock out this lift and feel awesome

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BOUNTYFARCE:

Joe Vitt files affidavit in support of Jonathan Vilma, rips investigation | ProFootballTalk
Saints interim coach Joe Vitt submitted his own affadavit backing linebacker Jonathan Vilma’s request for a temporary restraining order, following Vilma and Saints trainer Scottie Patton’s.

New Orleans Saints interim coach Joe Vitt files affidavit backing Jonathan Vilma - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Vitt said Vilma's suspension 'jeopardizes the entire Saints football team and our 2012 - 2013 Season.'

Vilma files motion to move up hearings to Thursday | wwltv.com New Orleans
Jonathan Vilma has asked Judge Helen G. Berrigan to expedite an injunction hearing that could determine whether he’ll be able to play this season or not.

Affidavit filed by Saints trainer reiterates just how seriously Vilma was injured | wwltv.com New Orleans
Of all that has come out of the NFL and Jonathan Vilma’s court filings, the most intriguing might just be the extent with which the linebacker was injured this past season.

Vitt, trainer file affidavits in defense of Vilma on day NFL files its own memorandum | wwltv.com New Orleans
Saints trainer Scottie Patton, acting head coach Joe Vitt file affadavits in support of linebacker Jonathan Vilma

NFL Opposes Jonathan Vilma’s Request for a Fast Hearing " NFL Gridiron Gab
Are you ready for some football?

New Orleans Saints head trainer files affidavit in support of Jonathan VIlma - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Saints head trainer Scottie Patton said suspension 'effectively prohibits my staff and me from assisting Mr. Vilma..'

NFL responds to Jonathan Vilma's motion to expedite restraining order - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
League says Vilma has access to team doctors under certain circumstances

Jonathan Vilma files motion to expedite restraining order against NFL - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Vilma requests a July 19 hearing in federal court

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SAINTS SIGNINGS:

Drew Brees anxious to test the New Orleans Saints new defense
Drew Brees anxious to test the New Orleans Saints new defense.

Saints Nation: Nick Toon Signs, All Rookies Under Contract | July

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LAGNIAPPE:

NFC South top 25: No. 5 - NFC South Blog - ESPN
Darren Sproles, running back, New Orleans

Saints best since start of NFC South - NFC South Blog - ESPN
The New Orleans Saints have won the NFC South over the long haul.

Dez Bryant accused of grabbing his mom by the hair and hitting her | ProFootballTalk
Police in DeSoto, Texas, said today that Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant grabbed his mother's hair and hit her before he was arrested and charged with misdemeanor family violence. "It's pretty straightforward," DeSoto Police Captain Ron Smith said, via the Star-Telegram.

Saints Questions: How will Pete Carmichael Jr. do as the main play-caller? | wwltv.com New Orleans
No. 10: When the suspensions of the Saints upper level management came down this spring, one of the first things that popped into everyone’s minds was about what the team would do without Sean Payton calling the offense.

" How Not To Play Offense When It Matters The Angry Who Dat

Daily Special, July 17, 2012 - Who Dat Social Club
The Saints’ offseason is now complete. With Nick Toon signed, all the draft choices are in the corral. All free agents (meaning Drew) are roped in as well. So it’s back to the grind.

Ochsner Earns Top Local Ranking in U.S. News and World Report Survey

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch arrested on DUI charge; growing problem
Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch arrested on DUI charge which is becoming a problem in the NFL.

Roger Goodell will be busy with discipline; three more players involved in incidents
Roger Goodell will be busy with discipline with three more players involved in incidents.

New Orleans Saints top 25 countdown, Jermon Bushrod, No. 9 - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Starting left tackle doesn't get enough credit

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