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Fleur-de-Links: August 13, 2012

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TWEETS:

ESPN reporter John Barr said he had no comment on anything at this point. Wasn't aware of La. State Police presser on eavesdropping.

Hope Loomis sues John Barr/ESPN in EDLA so it can be consolidated with the Vilma suits and be renamed "Good vs. Evil, et al"

will miss Thursdays game with a sore knee, however Coach Vitt stated that if it was a regular season game, Sproles would play

Is it normal to lose 8 lbs at practice? Steamy day in Nola

Saints News: Darren Sproles Dealing With Knee Injury -

Saints News: Saints | Garrett Hartley likely considered favorite for job -

State Police Col. Mike Edmonson didn't want to say ESPN got it wrong.

Now this: VH1 is canceling Chad Johnson's reality show 'Ev and Ocho' from its schedule and has no current plans of airing it.

State Police say there was zero evidence GM Mickey Loomis participated in any eavesdropping... Thanks for confirming the obvious!

Saw it coming from the moment called John Barr a "consummate professional" didn't we?

Classic ESPN to pile on Saints when down with hearsay to sensationalize a scandal. Let's see if they admit being wrong & unethical. Doubt it

let's see you guys step up and report the eavesdrop story on Loomis was bogus. Does your network have the stones to admit?

I hope Mickey Loomis sues for their reckless and unethical running of a story without a shred of proof or evidence.

GM Mickey Loomis to hold press conference at the Superdome. State police say they found no evidence in eavesdropping.

First photograph ever taken: "View from a window at Le Gras"

We're out here gettin it in tho..gotta get ready for the jags Friday night in the dome!!

Tough one today

Lofton on what the Saints D has done well "We are stopping the man in our 7-man fronts & I feel like we are starting to tackle well"

Lofton on what they can improve on "Some leaky yards after contact. We would like to see more footballs out & get to the QB a little more"

Great to be back at practice with the boys. Thanks for all the messages of sympathy

Let's try to be more professional next time, Greg. RT : Outside The Lines doesn't do rumors, son. Believe it.

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SAINTS CAMP:

Joe Vitt's Monday Media Briefing
Saints Assistant Head Coach/Linebackers Coach recaps Monday's practice and gives an injury update

Post-Practice Player Quotes From Monday
LB Curtis Lofton, WR Courtney Roby, S Jonathon Amaya, QB Luke McCown, and WR Lance Moore met with media following practice on Monday.

New Orleans Saints CB Patrick Robinson comes back from shoulder nick with a bang - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com

New Orleans Saints hold out Darren Sproles from practice, Jimmy Graham returns | wwltv.com New Orleans
The Saints held seven players out of practice Monday, including running back Darren Sproles and defensive end Turk McBride.

New Orleans Saints RB Travaris Cadet confident he’s in right offense to break into NFL | wwltv.com New Orleans
Travaris Cadet admits the fact he’s fighting for a roster spot in such a deep backfield in New Orleans sticks in his mind constantly.

New Orleans Saints CB Jabari Greer has no timetable but is eager to return - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com

New Orleans Saints quarterback Luke McCown facing monstrous odds to earn a roster spot - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Trying to make the team will be tough

Kickers John Kasay, Garrett Hartley continues for New Orleans Saints - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
Special teams coach Greg McMahon says it's too early to judge

New Orleans Saints players MIA; return at Monday's practice - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com

New Orleans Saints defense turns in another solid effort in Monday's practice - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
They turned in some good plays in team drills

New Orleans Saints practice Monday: quick takes - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com

New Orleans Saints defensive end Junior Galette talks heat for quote of the day - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
"It's wonderful. I missed it (laughing). It's definitely not Boston. It gives you a reality check and lets you know how much shape you are in.

New Orleans Saints cornerback Patrick Robinson turns in play of the day - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
He went up over Marques Colston for the pick

Saints Nation: Another Stab at the 53 Man Roster | August

moosedenied " Blog Archive " Ignore the mountain of discarded folderol…
Chances are you've already forgotten, but at some point late last week, the Saints and Patriots hooked up and partied like it was 1981.

Tight end Daniel Graham should help New Orleans Saints with experience; blocking ability
Tight end Daniel Graham should help New Orleans Saints with experience; blocking ability.

New Orleans Saints resume practice after the weekend off
New Orleans Saints resume practice after the weekend off.

New Orleans Saints training camp updates, 08.13.12 - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
From the team facility on Airline Drive

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ESPN = TABLOID JOURNALISM:

State Police: No evidence Mickey Loomis eavesdropped on other teams | wwltv.com New Orleans
Louisiana State Police Col. Mike Edmonson says his investigators have found no evidence at this time that the Saints or general manager Mickey Loomis rigged Superdome wiring so opposing coaches' radio communications could be intercepted.

State police reportedly find no evidence of eavesdropping by New Orleans Saints - New Orleans Saints Football NFL News - NOLA.com
State police tell Associated Press no state laws have been violated

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LAGNIAPPE:

SaintsWin: All About Brees
Regardless of who is listed as "Head Coach" in Payton's absence, this is now Drew Brees' team to lead. It's not so much about Vitt or Spags or Carmichael or Kromer as it is about Brees.

NFC South Preseason Stock Watch - NFC South Blog - ESPN
Chris Ivory, Saints. New Orleans already had a wealth of riches at running back entering training camp. Now, the Saints look deeper than ever with undrafted rookie Travaris Cadet having a very nice preseason. Ivory entered camp clearly as the fourth running back. But Cadet has made that a little murky.

New Orleans Saints First Team Play by Play Analysis in New England Patriots game
New Orleans Saints First Team Play by Play Analysis in New England Patriots game.

More with Morstead: Canton and New England Recap
Saints Punter Thomas Morstead is blogging for NewOrleansSaints.com for the 2012 Saints Training Camp

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