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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>VIDEO: Highlights of the offensive drills from today's <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23SaintsOTA">#SaintsOTA</a> <a href="http://t.co/neXzdoOZbl" title="http://bit.ly/11DJZTt">bit.ly/11DJZTt</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/340171354852696065">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Brees talking about veteran WRs reading defenses <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23SaintsOTA">#SaintsOTA</a> <a href="https://t.co/2i6Bg8TwOE" title="https://vine.co/v/bYprBwBwhmh">vine.co/v/bYprBwBwhmh</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/340187860223283201">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>"@<a href="https://twitter.com/bookstorekatie">bookstorekatie</a>: @<a href="https://twitter.com/saints">saints</a>: <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> Minicamp will be held at the team's practice facility & will be open to the public" gunna be fun and hot!</p>— Jimmy Graham (@TheJimmyGraham) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheJimmyGraham/status/340189645411328004">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> Payton on Morgan arrest:"The Club is on top of all the specifics, I'm going to leave it at that.Payton said he has met withJM</p>— Kristian Garic (@KristianGaric1) <a href="https://twitter.com/KristianGaric1/status/340161169178386432">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Great talk with <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> DL coach Bill Johnson. Said more important than scheme is "energy." "We lost our energy last year."</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/340159763755192321">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> left tackle update: Terron Armstead ran with 1s today, Jason Smith with 2s, Charles Brown with 3s.</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/340158870943064065">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Saints holding open competition to protect Drew Brees' blind side, trying a rookie this week <a href="http://t.co/rLXcydGcwJ" title="http://wp.me/p14QSB-94LH">wp.me/p14QSB-94LH</a></p>— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballTalk/status/340157805635989504">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Malcolm Jenkins, Ben Watson, Ryan Steed missed <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> OTA. Watson injury isn't serious Payton said, but hasn't practiced in either open OTA</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/340155703060746242">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Payton says its a big deal to have Joe Vitt around. "key piece of our staff," he said</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/status/340155538656620544">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> ILB Lofton shot inside for what would have been a sack of Drew Brees if they were going full contact at start of team drills.</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/340155337518764032">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Payton says Vilma is transitioning to the 3-4 D "pretty well."</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/status/340155231985868800">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> D was fun to watch today. A lot of nickel and dime lineups with a lot of pass rushers on field together. Some lineups with no DTs.</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/340154494287495168">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Payton on Jason Smith: Tremendous worker and athletic ability. Says players sometimes come around in 2nd, 3rd opportunity.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/status/340154132415516673">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Sean Payton said Charles Brown is back getting work. 3 players battling at LT.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/status/340153919823048704">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> out on the practice field today <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23SaintsOTA">#SaintsOTA</a> <a href="http://t.co/gwQRDFDDzp" title="http://twitter.com/Saints/status/340153674175242240/photo/1">twitter.com/Saints/status/…</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/340153674175242240">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Saints">#Saints</a> almost full participation at today's OTA. TE Ben Watson still out and S Jenkins, LB Hawthorne, DE Coleman limited. ...</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/340153602733662209">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Payton says Benjamin Watson will be fine. Not worried about whatever his injury is</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/status/340153668148006912">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>BOOM RT @<a href="https://twitter.com/nakiahogan">nakiahogan</a>: Charles Brown was back at practice today. He was third team. Terron Armstead was the starter, Jason Smith second team</p>— Joey Pankkake (@moosedenied) <a href="https://twitter.com/moosedenied/status/340153487394492416">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>May 30, 2013:I guess I know where I'm getting all my AdvoCare supplements now! My brother the salesman! @<a href="https://twitter.com/coachshanle">coachshanle</a>ID #130553626</p>— Scott Shanle (@scottshanle) <a href="https://twitter.com/scottshanle/status/340195593378996225">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Just finished up a good week of <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23OTAs">#OTAs</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23whoDatNation">#whoDatNation</a> get ready!!!</p>— Ben Grubbs (@BenGrubbs66) <a href="https://twitter.com/BenGrubbs66/status/340191831407075328">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Back to the Dawghouse youth football camp! June 29th!! Sign up at any Opelika rec center. @<a href="https://twitter.com/sajasonfinley">sajasonfinley</a> <a href="http://t.co/oEGB6MCfGv" title="http://twitter.com/wherring54/status/340189643255468032/photo/1">twitter.com/wherring54/sta…</a></p>— Will Herring (@wherring54) <a href="https://twitter.com/wherring54/status/340189643255468032">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Its been a long time coming but Welcome Baseball to The Mississippi Gulf Coast</p>— deuce mcallister (@dmcallister26) <a href="https://twitter.com/dmcallister26/status/340183497706717184">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Just sold my first Gallon jug of Bayou87 Classic BBQ Sauce at Sam's Club in Gulfport! SAUCE DAT!!</p>— Joe Horn (@JoeHorn87) <a href="https://twitter.com/JoeHorn87/status/340156155584204801">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Came across high school fb dvd. After 16 yrs I appreciate the hard work/dedication of my high school teammates more and more. <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23weweregrindin">#weweregrindin</a></p>— Scott Shanle (@scottshanle) <a href="https://twitter.com/scottshanle/status/340139433636532224">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Once you've hit that wall ... build a door and <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23KeepGoing">#KeepGoing</a></p>— Roman Harper (@Harp41) <a href="https://twitter.com/Harp41/status/340152178943590400">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>A dream without a plan of action ... is just a WISH. <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23MakeItHappen">#MakeItHappen</a></p>— Roman Harper (@Harp41) <a href="https://twitter.com/Harp41/status/340094384487952384">May 30, 2013</a></blockquote>
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Who dat talkin' 'bout dem Saints?
New Orleans Saints defense having 'fun' again after losing energy, confidence last year | NOLA.com
Linebacker Junior Galette says new defensive coordinator Rob Ryan is much more flexible than former defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo
New Orleans Saints safety Roman Harper says new contract came at 'perfect time' | NOLA.com
"The biggest thing is that I just learned more about the (salary) cap and how it's been the last few years," Harper said. "I think it just works out for everybody. I think the whole NFL is kind of doing this whole reshaping thing.
New Orleans Saints safety Isa Abdul-Quddus feeling more comfortable than ever going into his third season | NOLA.com
He said special teams will be key to making the roster this season
New Orleans Saints linebacker Victor Butler ready to show off skills learned in Dallas | NOLA.com
Butler competing against Martez Wilson for starting OLB spot
Saints trying Terron Armstead with starters | ProFootballTalk
If Armstead could prove himself dependable, he might be the best option, as his physical skills give him a higher ceiling than the other two. But there are also risks inherent with giving a rookie that kind of responsibility.
New Orleans Saints defense shows some exotic looks in nickel and dime packages | NOLA.com
For most of the time, there were no true defensive tackles on the field, with the field packed with pass rushers and defensive backs. At one point, almost everyone on the defense was standing up, with outside linebacker Will Smith, Junior Galette and Martez Wilson all out on the field together. And on the very first play of team drills, inside linebacker Curtis Lofton shot through the middle for an apparent sack of quarterback Drew Brees (though they aren't going full-contact at this stage of the offseason).
New Orleans Saints offensive tackle Charles Brown back at practice on Thursday | NOLA.com
New Orleans Saints offensive tackle Charles Brown fully participated in OTAs on Thursday after a weight room injury limited him to individual drills last week. Brown participated with the third team in team drills, Jason Smith with the second team and Rookie Terron Armstead was with the first team.
New Orleans Saints: Recap of OTA observations, Sean Payton press conference updates | NOLA.com
Reporters will provide updates from Payton's press conference following OTA
New Orleans Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins eager to fully participate next week | NOLA.com
"I'm just being smart with it," Jenkins said Thursday. "It's doing pretty good. I was able to do some running today, and do some drills without it bothering me. So I definitely plan to go next week."
New Orleans Saints mini-camp practices next week open to the public | NOLA.com
Parking will be available in the Zephyr Field parking lot. There is no parking along the Saints property due to construction. The team advises fans to enter the practice fields at the gate located on the corner of Elise Drive and Airline. Practice can be moved indoors with little or no advance warning based on weather conditions. All indoor practices are closed to the public due to space limitations.
Saints to open three minicamp practices to public | Black and Gold
The Saints will hold their three-day full-squad minicamp starting Tuesday at the team’s training facility at 5800 Airline Drive in Metairie. The public is invited to attend the Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday practices set for 10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Saints minicamp set to be open to the public | wwltv.com New Orleans
The Saints announced Thursday the team’s June 4-6 minicamp will be open to the public.
Joe Morgan DWI begs a bigger question: Why doesn’t system work? | wwltv.com New Orleans
By now, you’ve seen that Saints receiver Joseph Morgan was arrested and charged with drunk driving after being found in a car on the side of Earhart Expressway during Memorial Day weekend.
Saints coach Payton hopes Morgan arrest is lesson for team | wwltv.com New Orleans
Saints coach Sean Payton hopes the arrest of receiver Joe Morgan for drunk driving becomes a lesson for not just the 25-year-old, but also the other players on the team’s offseason roster.
New Orleans Saints Coach Sean Payton says team is on top of details with WR Joe Morgan's arrest | NOLA.com
"I think each team is faced with it at some point, hopefully less than more," Payton said on how to handle arrested players. "It is what it is in regards to the lesson and you hope that the other players, including Joe, learn from it. It's our job to keep reinforcing the importance of being smart and making right decisions. It's something that we've really tried to pride ourselves in since we began in '06."
New Orleans Saints question of the day: Will Garrett Hartley be the starting kicker next season? | NOLA.com
The Saints also brought in kicker Jose Maltos in the offseason
New Orleans Saints Are Right with Atlanta Falcons for NFC South Supremacy - Who Dat Dish - A New Orleans Saints Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
The New Orleans Saints are just as talented as the Atlanta Falcons as we look ahead to the 2013 NFL season and the battle for the NFC South crown.
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Other NFL News
Slimmed-down JaMarcus Russell attracts NFL interest - NFL.com
JaMarcus Russell is 50 pounds lighter, and now he's ready for another life in the NFL. According to Ian Rapoport, the former draft bust has attracted the interest of multiple teams.
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Video
Sean Payton: "Competition is Strong Right Now"
New Orleans Saints Head Coach Sean Payton talks with the media after the team's OTA on Thursday, May 30, 2013.
Saints Offensive OTA Highlights: May 30, 2013
Quick highlights of the offensive drills from the New Orleans Saints OTA on Thursday, May 30, 2013.