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Saints News 7/16/13: Is This The Year Marques Colston Finally Makes The Pro Bowl?

NOLA.com question of the day. Based on his production and stats over the the past six years, one would think he certainly deserves it. His only problem has been the fans who vote don't notice him as much because 'The Quiet Storm' isn't a boisterous attention-hound like many other NFC wide receivers.

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