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Saints News 3/15/13: After Signing Lewis, Saints Still Have Many Needs

There are still many questions on defense and at offensive left tackle. What will be Saints GM Mickey Loomis' next move?

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>For those asking which pass rusher Id suggest for <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a>, it depends on asking price, medical evaluations - both of which I don't know ...</p>&mdash; Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/312653862970462208">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>But my point is I'd pick the combo I liked best and roll dice on one of those guys. I like Shaun Phillips as a guy getting less pub ...</p>&mdash; Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/312654121222156289">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Elvis Dumervil just informed the Broncos he's taking their new deal. Paperwork needs to be hurredly filed with NFL office within 24 minutes</p>&mdash; Mike Klis (@MikeKlis) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeKlis/status/312648414762524672">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Wild stuff on Dumervil right now: It's clock management. Agent made a "colossal mistake," source says, by not getting signed contract faxed.</p>&mdash; Jeff Darlington (@JeffDarlington) <a href="https://twitter.com/JeffDarlington/status/312658623295791104">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Elvis Dumervil's contract not filed with NFL in time. Dumervil released, as Denver Post released.</p>&mdash; Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) <a href="https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/312659634072715264">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>"@<a href="https://twitter.com/saints">saints</a>: 2012 Photos: @<a href="https://twitter.com/thejimmygraham">thejimmygraham</a>: <a href="http://t.co/Yvjxd0kb3c" title="http://bit.ly/12WACiQ">bit.ly/12WACiQ</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a>" sweet!!!</p>&mdash; Jimmy Graham (@TheJimmyGraham) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheJimmyGraham/status/312645021079855104">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>RT"@<a href="https://twitter.com/syntaxagility">syntaxagility</a>: @<a href="https://twitter.com/realwhodatnorra">realwhodatnorra</a> @<a href="https://twitter.com/rellzey">rellzey</a> check this photoshop I found. <a href="http://t.co/zaQV9q7nr7" title="http://twitter.com/SyntaxAgility/status/312363958059294724/photo/1">twitter.com/SyntaxAgility/…</a>"The black helmets go hard@<a href="https://twitter.com/pierre_thomas">pierre_thomas</a></p>&mdash; JAHRI EVANS (@J_7TRE_E) <a href="https://twitter.com/J_7TRE_E/status/312641921728266241">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Ravens S Ed Reed has left Houston to tend to a previous engagement this weekend. Reed and Texans plan to continue talking.</p>&mdash; Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) <a href="https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/312641373440458752">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>RT @<a href="https://twitter.com/profootballtalk">profootballtalk</a>: Asomugha, Woodson in "serious discussions" with 49ers <a href="http://t.co/E9NpDm1wT5" title="http://bit.ly/ZbHzHF">bit.ly/ZbHzHF</a></p>&mdash; Scott Shanle (@scottshanle) <a href="https://twitter.com/scottshanle/status/312629484652220417">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>While the <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23NFL">#NFL</a> makes idiotic rules in the name of player safety, it's trying to ban former players' workman's comp claims in CA. SMH</p>&mdash; Dawn Neufeld (@DawnNeufeld) <a href="https://twitter.com/DawnNeufeld/status/312605128240791553">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>@<a href="https://twitter.com/larryholder">larryholder</a> makes your job easier. HA.What u think of new corner? Who does he replace?</p>&mdash; Scott Shanle (@scottshanle) <a href="https://twitter.com/scottshanle/status/312628941175283712">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Free agency= Super exciting because everyone gets caught up in who is moving and forgets who is staying<a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23WhoDatNation">#WhoDatNation</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Believes">#Believes</a></p>&mdash; Jedidiah Collins (@JedCollins45) <a href="https://twitter.com/JedCollins45/status/312628291607597056">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Congrats to my Miami boys! Way to show grit and finish the game strong. It's all about The []_[]</p>&mdash; Jimmy Graham (@TheJimmyGraham) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheJimmyGraham/status/312628199072886784">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>All has been pretty quiet in <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> land so far today. Always subject to change, of course.</p>&mdash; Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/312626359434371073">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>We have 1000s of hours of footage &amp; 100s of hours of journals.This is my favorite so far:<a href="http://t.co/XuXcuft86H" title="http://ow.ly/iZiqD">ow.ly/iZiqD</a>&lt;3 Rivers at the end-SG</p>&mdash; team gleason (@team_gleason) <a href="https://twitter.com/team_gleason/status/312599319914094593">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>When we can no longer change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.</p>&mdash; Darren Sharper (@sharper42) <a href="https://twitter.com/sharper42/status/312594974577401856">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Where is the best place to buy some paintings here in New Orleans?</p>&mdash; Curtis Lofton (@CurtisLofton50) <a href="https://twitter.com/CurtisLofton50/status/312590119876059136">March 15, 2013</a></blockquote>

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Who dat talkin' 'bout dem Saints?

After signing Lewis, Saints still have many needs | wwltv.com New Orleans
So, the Saints went out and signed one of the cornerbacks considered a young, up-and-coming defender in the NFL

New Orleans Saints need to find a pass rusher they're willing to gamble on | NOLA.com
Several intriguing free agents still available, young and old - but no sure things

New Orleans Saints would be high target for LB Victor Butler if he leaves Steelers visit, source says | NOLA.com
Saints are looking for outside linebacker help for new 3-4 defense

New Orleans Saints even their record to .500 in first three days of free agency | NOLA.com
Keenan Lewis was a great response after Saints took some hits early in free agency

Saints sign New Orleans native and former Steeler Keenan Lewis | New Orleans Saints | The Sun Herald
NEW ORLEANS -- The New Orleans Saints have signed free agent cornerback Keenan Lewis to a five-year contract.

Saints sign former Steelers cornerback Keenan Lewis | Saints | The Advocate — Baton Rouge, LA
It may have taken a little longer than they or their fans would have liked, but the New Orleans Saints finally made a nice splash in free a…

Saints Nation: Steelers Bloggers Thoughts on Keenan Lewis

How have free agency, salary cap affected New Orleans Saints fans? -- Gerry V podcast | NOLA.com
Gerry V's latest podcast asks how New Orleans Saints fans are coping with the world of free agency and salary caps. Got anything to say in response? ------------------------ Gerry V has been a sports commentator and NBA analyst for 21 years. Fans can catch him as the news anchor for FOX 8 TV's "Morning Edition" weekdays from 5 to 9 a.m. and "Afternoon Edition" from 12 to 1 p.m. Follow him on Twitter @gvtalk.

Relax! Saints trading Jermon Bushrod not the end of the world -- Gerry V podcast | NOLA.com
New Orleans Saints fans should relax about losing Jermon Bushrod. It's a good move. Got anything to say in response? ------------------------ Gerry V has been a sports commentator and NBA analyst for 21 years. Fans can catch him as the news anchor for FOX 8 TV's "Morning Edition" weekdays from 5 to 9 a.m. and "Afternoon Edition" from 12 to 1 p.m. Follow him on Twitter @gvtalk.

Now that the New Orleans Saints have signed Keenan Lewis, who should be the next free agent they sign? | NOLA.com
Saints question of the day

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Around the NFL

Arizona Cardinals release quarterback Kevin Kolb - NFL News | FOX Sports on MSN
The Arizona Cardinals have released Kevin Kolb after failing to reach agreement on a restructured contract. Arizona Cardinals release quarterback Kevin Kolb

Chargers sign Danny Woodhead | ProFootballTalk
Mike Reiss of ESPNBoston.com reports that running back Danny Woodhead has agreed to terms on a two-year contract with the Chargers. He’ll join Ryan Mathews in the Chargers backfield and, if past usage is any indication, he’ll also play a role as a receiver for Philip Rivers. If things work out perfectly, he’ll give San Diego’s offense some of what they’ve missed since Darren Sproles left for New Orleans and provide new head coach Mike McCoy with a versatile weapon on offense.

Lions bring back Louis Delmas | ProFootballTalk
Some thought that the addition of safety Glover Quin would slam the door on the Lions bringing back safety Louis Delmas. And yet he's back anyway. The veteran signed a two-year, $9.465 million contract, per a source with knowledge of the situation.

Could cornerback market hurt Revis? | ProFootballTalk
It’s widely assumed that Revis wants $15 million or thereabouts per year on a long-term deal. If cornerbacks not named Revis are getting dramatically less than that, at some point his value gets dragged down, too.

Buccaneers banking on Bowers | ProFootballTalk
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have an awful lot of faith in Da'Quan Bowers. To stay healthy, to stay out of prison, and to play well as a starting defensive end.

Bushrod's Super Bowl experience important to Bears
"He's been in a championship locker room," said Bears coach Marc Trestman. "That has value that you can't measure in a lot of different ways. You need as many of those guys