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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Pittsburg releases James Harrison. I think the Saints should sign him to a 1 year contract. Now that we are a 3-4 defense, he is a good fit</p>— Wendell Pierce (@WendellPierce) <a href="https://twitter.com/WendellPierce/status/310519920028962816">March 9, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Finally got to my flight on time I'm getting better</p>— rafael bush (@rbush36) <a href="https://twitter.com/rbush36/status/310520563250638848">March 9, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Mexico and Canada ARE BRAWLING at the World Baseball Classic. My Mexican wife just insulted ALL OF CANADA Best <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23WBC">#WBC</a> moment ever</p>— Ralph Malbrough (@MilneMalbrough) <a href="https://twitter.com/MilneMalbrough/status/310525617080791040">March 9, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>So I can't buy a new phone <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23sadtweet">#sadtweet</a></p>— Joseph Morgan(@jmthegreat) <a href="https://twitter.com/jmthegreat/status/310532370962976768">March 9, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Think before you tweet RT @<a href="https://twitter.com/the_fratstar">the_fratstar</a>: @<a href="https://twitter.com/jmthegreat">jmthegreat</a> you are an NFL player you have money</p>— Joseph Morgan(@jmthegreat) <a href="https://twitter.com/jmthegreat/status/310533474794737664">March 9, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Nula">#Nula</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%232Dat">#2Dat</a> in 26% of the 2013 defense plays HG had 6 sacks what took this so long, mickey forget his pen? #DeservedThis#93 @<a href="https://twitter.com/juniorg93">juniorg93</a></p>— Mark Cuevas (@SaintCapricorn) <a href="https://twitter.com/SaintCapricorn/status/310533001564004352">March 9, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>How many ppl actually turn off their electronic devices on the plane I sure as hell don’t lol</p>— rafael bush (@rbush36) <a href="https://twitter.com/rbush36/status/310538454599598081">March 9, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Somebody jus @ me it rubbed me the wrong way so instead of being disrespectful I had to block em look like a older cat too had me </p>— rafael bush (@rbush36) <a href="https://twitter.com/rbush36/status/310543425487376384">March 10, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>I Got u RT @<a href="https://twitter.com/bcheney87">bcheney87</a>: Fear the beard because @<a href="https://twitter.com/juniorg93">juniorg93</a> is Who Dat for 3 more years. Unleash the beast this year son.</p>— JUNIOR GALETTE (@JuniorG93) <a href="https://twitter.com/JuniorG93/status/310545015850016768">March 10, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Visualize accomplishing your pro day goals. Y'all go get it!! "@<a href="https://twitter.com/danger_field20">danger_field20</a>: About to pack for this Towson business trip !¡"</p>— Jermon Bushrod (@j_bushrod7475) <a href="https://twitter.com/j_bushrod7475/status/310547926357262336">March 10, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>I missed my magnum jus riding</p>— rafael bush (@rbush36) <a href="https://twitter.com/rbush36/status/310572745958252546">March 10, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="http://t.co/IOUfrwUVnu" title="http://twitter.com/J_7TRE_E/status/310575819317723137/photo/1">twitter.com/J_7TRE_E/statu…</a></p>— JAHRI EVANS (@J_7TRE_E) <a href="https://twitter.com/J_7TRE_E/status/310575819317723137">March 10, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>So who won the brawl: America's hat or America's pants?</p>— Held Over (@hakimdropsball) <a href="https://twitter.com/hakimdropsball/status/310628604423835649">March 10, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Barclay center got their money worth during B Hop fight, 2 fights in the stands all b for 5round. <a href="http://t.co/XftKUP4nC7" title="http://twitter.com/J_7TRE_E/status/310635782681554945/photo/1">twitter.com/J_7TRE_E/statu…</a></p>— JAHRI EVANS (@J_7TRE_E) <a href="https://twitter.com/J_7TRE_E/status/310635782681554945">March 10, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>The toughest place to run in the NFL? Over right end for the Tennessee Titans - 37 attempts for minus 32 yards before contact. Ouch!</p>— Pro Football Focus (@PFF) <a href="https://twitter.com/PFF/status/310751088032759810">March 10, 2013</a></blockquote>
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Saints Free Agency Signings and Tenderizings
Saints agree with Galette, offer tenders to two other RFAs - Black and Gold Blog | theadvocate.com
Sheldon Mickles - The club announced that defensive end-turned-linebacker Junior Galette agreed to a three-year contract and General Manager Mickey Loomis later confirmed that center Brian de la Puente and running back Chris Ivory were extended second-round tender offers.
Sean Payton understands tough decisions remain for New Orleans Saints | NOLA.com
Larry Holder - Sean Payton envisions Jermon Bushrod, Jonathan Vilma, Will Smith on the Saints roster in 2013.
Saints preparing for start of free agency | The Advocate
Sheldon Mickles - While they can’t sign anyone until the new league year begins Tuesday afternoon, NFL teams began the free-agency process at 11 p.m. Friday with the commencement of a three-day negotiating window.
New Orleans Saints issue second-round tender on RB Chris Ivory | NOLA.com
Larry Holder - Saints offer Chris Ivory a one-year, $2.023 million deal.
New Orleans tenders two more RFAs - NFC South Blog | ESPN.com
Pat Y. - Center Brian de la Puente and defensive end Junior Galette also have been designated for the $2.023 million tender.
New Orleans Saints reach 3-year deal with DE/OLB Junior Galette | NOLA.com
Nakia Hogan - Galette was a restricted free agent.
Saints Agree To Terms With LB Junior Galette On Three-Year Contract | neworleanssaints.com
Executive Vice President/General Manager Mickey Loomis has announced the move on Saturday.
Saints, Galette agree to new 3-year contract | wwltv.com
Bradley Handwerger - Galette, a role-playing defensive end for the past three seasons, will move to outside linebacker in the Saints' new 3-4 defensive alignment. The move will help him take advantage of his athletic ability and speed off the edge.
Saints bring back Junior Galette | The Advocate
Sheldon Mickles - There’s mixed news for the New Orleans Saints as the NFL prepares for its annual winter/spring shopping spree known as veteran free agency.
Saints have plans for Junior Galette - NFC South Blog | ESPN.com
Pat Y. - After initially placing a second-round tender on Junior Galette, the New Orleans Saints have made a longer commitment to the defensive end/linebacker.
Saints give Galette 3-year deal | The Sun Herald
Gary Estwick - Junior Galette appears to be a part of the Saints defense's switch to a 3-4 alignment.
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Lagniappe
NFL free agency 2013: Negotiating pace picks up | SBNation.com
NFL Free Agency story stream with all the latest rumors and signings on SBNation.com.
Browns moving forward with strong commitment to analytics | Ohio.com
Nate Ulrich - As the Browns dive into the start of free agency this week and prepare for the NFL Draft next month, analytics is playing a much more prominent role in the organization than ever before.
NFC Free Agency Preview: 49ers Have Few Holes; Falcons Hope for Same | NYTimes.com
Judy Battista
AFC Free Agency Preview | NYTimes.com
Judy Battista - In the A.F.C., active teams in free agency could be the Dolphins, who need receivers; the Colts, who need offensive linemen; and the Jets, who need, well, almost everything.
Rozelle Award winner Bill Polian says New Orleans Saints have the right leadership to recover next season | NOLA.com
Nakia Hogan - Polian, a former NFL GM turned ESPN analyst, praised the re-signing of Junior Galette.
Top 15 Free Agents in Saints History | thesaintsnation.com
Andrew Juge - Here are my top 15 free agent signings in team history.
KSK Mock Draft: Fictional Vacation Land | Kissing Suzy Kolber
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