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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Falcons">#Falcons</a> getting a new stadium? How many places y'all want to get beat</p>— Corey White (@CoreyWhiteJr3) <a href="https://twitter.com/CoreyWhiteJr3/status/309756160213405696">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Sorry people I'm just hyped about this upcoming season. I can't wait</p>— Corey White (@CoreyWhiteJr3) <a href="https://twitter.com/CoreyWhiteJr3/status/309757077855801344">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Great event tomorrow night at Generation Hall supporting local kids with neuromuscular diseases. <a href="https://t.co/AviJhEQ6r3" title="https://dancingfordystrophy.eventbrite.com/">dancingfordystrophy.eventbrite.com</a> $50 or $35 under 30</p>— Zach Strief (@ZachStrief) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZachStrief/status/309776353295732736">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Open Bar and food vendors from all over the city!! Sounds like a great deal to me.</p>— Zach Strief (@ZachStrief) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZachStrief/status/309776467133333506">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>"@<a href="https://twitter.com/sf_ngccot">sf_ngccot</a>: Getting beach ready for <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23SF5">#SF5</a>?"@<a href="https://twitter.com/dmcallister26">dmcallister26</a>: I will be dropping some people and pounds along the way.""i just need the date</p>— deuce mcallister (@dmcallister26) <a href="https://twitter.com/dmcallister26/status/309776112458817536">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> DT Brodrick Bunkley now holds a base salary of $850,000 in 2013 after restructuring his contract.</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/309775064000233472">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Bunkley's base salary before restructuring would have been $3.7 million. <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a></p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/309775290689810432">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Up up and away. Destination To The Top. I will be dropping some people and pounds along the way. Its never personal its just better this way</p>— deuce mcallister (@dmcallister26) <a href="https://twitter.com/dmcallister26/status/309771534585708546">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>I have been a run blocking guard long enuff. Gonna let the guys who get paid for that do there thang</p>— deuce mcallister (@dmcallister26) <a href="https://twitter.com/dmcallister26/status/309772299417051137">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>If you in Tallahassee and feel like hittin a Bball game at FSU Holla at me. Hate for this ticket to go to waste</p>— Jermon Bushrod (@j_bushrod7475) <a href="https://twitter.com/j_bushrod7475/status/309768781373263873">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Richard Sherman making an ass of himself right now on espn. Come on dude</p>— Scott Shanle (@scottshanle) <a href="https://twitter.com/scottshanle/status/309766762105286656">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Atlanta helping Arthur Blank, billionaire Home Depot co-founder, build stadium. WHAT HAPPENED TO DIY ARTHUR?</p>— Chris Jones (@MySecondEmpire) <a href="https://twitter.com/MySecondEmpire/status/309759335167295488">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Falcons owner, Atlanta mayor reach agreement on new downtown stadium <a href="http://t.co/1dG8ysBtK6" title="http://wp.me/p14QSB-7y2k">wp.me/p14QSB-7y2k</a></p>— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballTalk/status/309760630632624128">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>What the hell is north korea doing? Always someone trying to start crap somewhere. Can we all just be. Its like they get bored or something</p>— Scott Shanle (@scottshanle) <a href="https://twitter.com/scottshanle/status/309757503904821248">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>It's a lil nippy for a swim, but it's cool im@jus whippin it around now in my scraper for the day <a href="http://t.co/QAlB5uwg6B" title="http://twitter.com/camjordan94/status/309753937530060802/photo/1">twitter.com/camjordan94/st…</a></p>— cameron jordan (@camjordan94) <a href="https://twitter.com/camjordan94/status/309753937530060802">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Missing Saints football? Watch Saints games from ‘09-12 in full or a condensed 30-minute format with Game Rewind! -> <a href="http://t.co/o6NTKktsv6" title="http://bit.ly/MU6fvD">bit.ly/MU6fvD</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/309746742566469632">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Stop starting RUMORS RT @<a href="https://twitter.com/xxibos">xxibos</a>: @<a href="https://twitter.com/juniorg93">juniorg93</a> congrats on the deal WHODAT!!!</p>— JUNIOR GALETTE (@JuniorG93) <a href="https://twitter.com/JuniorG93/status/309743547765096451">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Lol RT @<a href="https://twitter.com/syntaxagility">syntaxagility</a>: Damn, cats making up news about @<a href="https://twitter.com/juniorg93">juniorg93</a> like they work for ESPN. SMH</p>— JUNIOR GALETTE (@JuniorG93) <a href="https://twitter.com/JuniorG93/status/309745194495008768">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Seahawks, Giants, Jets and Dolphins are among teams that have called to discuss free agent Safety Charles Woodson per @<a href="https://twitter.com/josinaanderson">josinaanderson</a>.</p>— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) <a href="https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/309739716641689602">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>It's official headed to San Diego.. New Orleans thanks for the love.. Time for a change and for me to make some changes staying <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23positive">#positive</a>.</p>— Johnny Patrick (@JohnnyPatrick32) <a href="https://twitter.com/JohnnyPatrick32/status/309734701705359360">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>San Diego.... <a href="http://t.co/ersnAfQeD9" title="http://twitter.com/JohnnyPatrick32/status/309735109442027521/photo/1">twitter.com/JohnnyPatrick3…</a></p>— Johnny Patrick (@JohnnyPatrick32) <a href="https://twitter.com/JohnnyPatrick32/status/309735109442027521">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>I always know I'm back officially west coasting when I wake up to this stuff <a href="http://t.co/OHDfOVNC4x" title="http://twitter.com/Harp41/status/309731802296229888/photo/1">twitter.com/Harp41/status/…</a></p>— Roman Harper (@Harp41) <a href="https://twitter.com/Harp41/status/309731802296229888">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>@<a href="https://twitter.com/malcolmjenkins">malcolmjenkins</a> @<a href="https://twitter.com/fanchasticc">fanchasticc</a> I have no clue what y'all talking about but if Malcolm says its fire, I'm in like "sweet jones"</p>— Roman Harper (@Harp41) <a href="https://twitter.com/Harp41/status/309732611872403458">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Great workout w @<a href="https://twitter.com/todddurkin">todddurkin</a> & Randy Hetrick, founder and innovator of @<a href="https://twitter.com/trxtraining">trxtraining</a>. We burned a few calories this AM <a href="http://t.co/skRy7LjqLf" title="http://twitter.com/drewbrees/status/309722697959624705/photo/1">twitter.com/drewbrees/stat…</a></p>— Drew Brees (@drewbrees) <a href="https://twitter.com/drewbrees/status/309722697959624705">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Hard work done. Try not to mess it up this weekend by going to Hard!It's going down!!!<a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23BHoPfight">#BHoPfight</a></p>— JAHRI EVANS (@J_7TRE_E) <a href="https://twitter.com/J_7TRE_E/status/309721692136161280">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Lol hes working his tail off RT @<a href="https://twitter.com/keving1986">keving1986</a>: @<a href="https://twitter.com/juniorg93">juniorg93</a> lets all tweet your agent to get this deal done lol.</p>— JUNIOR GALETTE (@JuniorG93) <a href="https://twitter.com/JuniorG93/status/309716457594425344">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>I'm thinking I'm goin to go down to beach this mornin <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23pensacola">#pensacola</a> <a href="http://t.co/VO1VxEBbTl" title="http://twitter.com/camjordan94/status/309715799319384064/photo/1">twitter.com/camjordan94/st…</a></p>— cameron jordan (@camjordan94) <a href="https://twitter.com/camjordan94/status/309715799319384064">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>"Nothing can stop a man with the rite mentality toward achieving his goals"@<a href="https://twitter.com/sharper42">sharper42</a> agreed</p>— Chris Ivory (@ivory_29) <a href="https://twitter.com/ivory_29/status/309709640466300928">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>No ones immune to the trials and tribulations of life!!!But u gotta keep pressing on!WHO DAT!!!!!</p>— Joe Horn (@JoeHorn87) <a href="https://twitter.com/JoeHorn87/status/309708195486646272">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Nothing can stop a man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal;nothing on earth can help a man with the wrong mental attitude</p>— Darren Sharper (@sharper42) <a href="https://twitter.com/sharper42/status/309707627712114689">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> WR Marques Colston will make $1.7 million in base salary in 2013. Restructured contract was officially submitted Tuesday.</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/309704354858938368">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Gotta love dealing with insurance companies... Cheers to hail damage <a href="http://t.co/HM8h0GipZ2" title="http://twitter.com/GHartley5/status/309700942842974209/photo/1">twitter.com/GHartley5/stat…</a></p>— Garrett Hartley (@GHartley5) <a href="https://twitter.com/GHartley5/status/309700942842974209">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23TBT">#TBT</a> after winningSB XLIVI had to pause and say thank you Jesus! Then a pig flew by my head lol Who Dat! <a href="http://t.co/iBDgS9RcRZ" title="http://instagr.am/p/WjxsFGLGnU/">instagr.am/p/WjxsFGLGnU/</a></p>— Malcolm Jenkins (@MalcolmJenkins) <a href="https://twitter.com/MalcolmJenkins/status/309667009199747072">March 7, 2013</a></blockquote>
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Who dat talkin' 'bout dem Saints?
SaintsWin: Opinion & Analysis: Book Update
Since the beginning of the year, I've been working on a book manuscript about the Saints' 2012 season and BountyGate. I've finished the manuscript and completed two revisions of the book. I hope to have it published soon.
Reviewing NFC South free agents - NFC South Blog - ESPN
New Orleans Saints. Jermon Bushrod, Jonathan Casillas, Chase Daniel, Sedrick Ellis, Devery Henderson, Ramon Humber, Elbert Mack, Turk McBride, Will Robinson, Courtney Roby and Scott Shanle can become unrestricted free agents. Brian De La Puente, Justin Drescher, Junior Galette and Chris Ivory are scheduled to become restricted free agents. Eric Olsen and Michael Higgins can become exclusive-rights free agents.
Flacco has bigger contract, Brees takes home more cash, says tax group | NOLA.com
This week, Super Bowl MVP Joe Flacco signed a new six-year $120.6 million contract making him the highest paid player in NFL history at $20.1 million per year. But because of higher taxes in Maryland, the Baltimore Ravens quarterback won't be taking home the most money.
Planners meet, Saints parade revisited: Jefferson Parish politics links | NOLA.com
Saints Nation Podcast: Loomis Salary Cap Magic and Free Agency Preview | March | 2013 Articles
Nick Toon: Breakout year on the horizon for New Orleans Saints WR
Nick Toon spent his first year with the New Orleans Saints on the IR list, but could be in for a big 2013 season with his health intact.
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NFL Draft, Free Agency
Rumors link Atlanta Falcons and Darrelle Revis - Who Dat Dish
The New York Jets are ready to move on without cornerback Darrelle Revis. Reports are saying that the Atlanta Falcons may be interested.
Chargers cutting Takeo Spikes on Thursday | ProFootballTalk
The Chargers will continue to move away from the A.J. Smith/Norv Turner regime by parting ways with one of the most tenured linebackers in the NFL. Takeo Spikes, a 15-year veteran, will be released today, per a league source with knowledge of the situation.
San Francisco 49ers release six-time Pro Bowl kicker David Akers - NFL News | FOX Sports on MSN
Six-time Pro Bowl kicker David Akers has been released by the San Francisco 49ers after two seasons filled with record-breaking highs and incredible lows. San Francisco 49ers release six-time Pro Bowl kicker David Akers
Kansas City Chiefs release right tackle Eric Winston after one season - NFL News | FOX Sports on MSN
Kansas City Chiefs release right tackle Eric Winston after one season. Kansas City Chiefs release right tackle Eric Winston after one season
'Revis Island' should relocate to Tampa - NFC South Blog - ESPN
While seemingly every NFL team is denying interest in New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis, there is one team that should be going after him.
For every wideout who establishes himself as being worth the cash like Vincent Jackson was in Tampa Bay last season, there are far more examples like Robert Meachem.
2013 NFL Mock Draft Central - NFL.com
Expert 2013 NFL mock drafts and analysis from NFL.com and NFL Network analysts. Includes projected picks for the first round of the 2013 Draft.
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Lagniappe
Falcons owner, Atlanta mayor reach deal on downtown stadium | ProFootballTalk
With the mayor of Atlanta on board, the Falcons have taken a big step toward getting a new downtown stadium. Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed and Falcons owner Arthur Blank appeared together at City Hall today and said they're both on board with a plan that would feature the city paying $200 million towa...
Jeff Saturday still mad Colts didn’t try for a perfect season | ProFootballTalk
...the Colts started 14-0 but didn’t try to finish a perfect season, instead resting their starters and losing their final two regular-season games. They ended up losing the Super Bowl to the Saints at the end of the postseason.
Jeff Saturday signs contract to retire with Indianapolis Colts - NFL News | FOX Sports on MSN
Jeff Saturday retired as an Indianapolis Colts player Thursday and immediately started a new life in the organization that brought him into the league. Jeff Saturday signs contract to retire with Indianapolis Colts
Study: Non-concussive hits also impact brain
Results of a medical study link long-term brain damage to hard hits, even those without concussion.
Report: Costner to be in Browns movie
In a race to prove themselves to have the most troubled franchise, Cleveland has edged out Buffalo. This wouldn’t normally be an honor, but it becomes kind of a big deal when the prize is having a movie shot in your city.
NFL plans to address issue of teams questioning prospects' sexual orientation - NFL News | FOX Sports on MSN
A controversy that stemmed from the questioning of a draft prospect’s sexual orientation will be addressed at the annual NFL owners meeting being held March 18-20 in Glendale, Ariz. NFL plans to address issue of teams questioning prospects sexual orientation