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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>The NFL fined <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Saints&src=hash">#Saints</a> safety Kenny Vaccaro $8,000 for his late hit on <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Falcons&src=hash">#Falcons</a> QB Matt Ryan, Vaccaro said today.</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/statuses/377888278344519680">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Curtis Lofton (knee), Glenn Foster (ankle), Jabari Greer (back) & Patrick Robinson (foot) were limited at practice: <a href="http://t.co/I1LaO3HtCv">http://t.co/I1LaO3HtCv</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/statuses/377886664556683265">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Saints&src=hash">#Saints</a> NT Bunkley 1 of 3 players to miss practice Wed. Foster limited in session. | <a href="http://t.co/GthcyFp6tr">http://t.co/GthcyFp6tr</a></p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/377888880986701825">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Buccaneers' G Carl Nicks (foot) was limited at Wednesday's practice. Tampa Bay's Injury Report: <a href="http://t.co/I1LaO3HtCv">http://t.co/I1LaO3HtCv</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23NOvsTB&src=hash">#NOvsTB</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/statuses/377894700369186816">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Let us <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23NeverForget&src=hash">#NeverForget</a> 9/11 and those brave men and women who lost their lives. <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23FDNY&src=hash">#FDNY</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23NYPD&src=hash">#NYPD</a></p>— Brian de la Puente (@BriandelaPuente) <a href="https://twitter.com/BriandelaPuente/statuses/377887571613069312">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Bunkley is listed as DNP with a calf injury while Walker is listed as DNP with a knee injury.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/377886308188041216">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Saints&src=hash">#Saints</a> Injury: Full - M Wilson, M Colston, J Galette, Z Strief, J Evans.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/377885893656580096">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>just me or is josh freeman of the buccaneers exact same player he was 4yrs ago? Wheres the improvement? U r a vet with tons of experience</p>— Scott Shanle (@scottshanle) <a href="https://twitter.com/scottshanle/statuses/377881756596449281">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>It’s players-only meeting time in Tampa <a href="http://t.co/39pBtfB66B">http://t.co/39pBtfB66B</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballTalk">@ProFootballTalk</a> .concerning to have this already in the season? Yes!</p>— Scott Shanle (@scottshanle) <a href="https://twitter.com/scottshanle/statuses/377880859736424448">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Rough news about Bunkley. At least it's not season ending. With him out a while, Saints need another NT to spell Jenkins.</p>— Saints Nation Blog (@SaintsNationBlg) <a href="https://twitter.com/SaintsNationBlg/statuses/377880527921238017">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Is anybody hawking a black and gold "These colors don't run!" tee shirt with a single tear running down Ingram's face or something?</p>— Grandmaster Wang (@moosedenied) <a href="https://twitter.com/moosedenied/statuses/377880265018081280">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Saints injury report: NT Bunkley out for weeks, report says <a href="http://t.co/nhewF38Buj">http://t.co/nhewF38Buj</a></p>— WWL Radio (@WWLAMFM) <a href="https://twitter.com/WWLAMFM/statuses/377880153122430976">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Brees was asked about not having a wristband with plays. Said he prefers to know all the plays an not be relying on a number card on wrist.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/377872635356782592">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Brees recalled the last time Payton coached in Tampa when he was injured in sideline collision. Said Payton had to coach by watching ...</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/377872325812953088">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>the video board from the bench. Said that proved to be tricky when field direction was switched.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/377872423062097920">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Drew Brees said he won't necessarily avoid Darrel Revis, but did say there is a "Revis Rule." Didn't describe it exactly though.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/377871985961103360">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Payton said the run game had some tough looks. Said he wouldn't point at one player for its success or failure.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/377871732130193408">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Payton was brief today. Said its hard to tell exactly how Bucs secondary has changed solely on one game.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/377871218093068288">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Drew Brees said there will be times where he will go to Revis' side, but they're not going to be careless about it.</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/statuses/377870242170814464">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Great line from <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Saints&src=hash">#Saints</a> Brees on Payton returning to <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Buccaneers&src=hash">#Buccaneers</a> sideline for first time since his leg was... <a href="http://t.co/xc3osd9oK3">http://t.co/xc3osd9oK3</a></p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/statuses/377869122538725377">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>by <a href="https://twitter.com/RockAveBowTies">@rockavebowties</a> "Exclusively at <a href="http://t.co/tDGZZvHJfE">http://t.co/tDGZZvHJfE</a> Get this look!" Tango Wreck <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23bowties&src=hash">#bowties</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23camo&src=hash">#camo</a>… <a href="http://t.co/BIDVwE1iz6">http://t.co/BIDVwE1iz6</a></p>— Malcolm Jenkins (@MalcolmJenkins) <a href="https://twitter.com/MalcolmJenkins/statuses/377868053687832577">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>"<a href="https://twitter.com/glynnersUK">@glynnersUK</a>: Long awaited <a href="https://twitter.com/JuniorG93">@JuniorG93</a> jersey arrived today <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23FearTheBeard&src=hash">#FearTheBeard</a> <a href="http://t.co/h5x4l6HsJL">pic.twitter.com/h5x4l6HsJL</a>"<a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23BODYBAG&src=hash">#BODYBAG</a></p>— NuLa C.E.O. (@JuniorG93) <a href="https://twitter.com/JuniorG93/statuses/377862019560775681">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Carl Nicks did some work at practice today but was limited. No word yet on if he will play Sunday. Gabe Carimi remains first to replace him.</p>— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@TBBuccaneers) <a href="https://twitter.com/TBBuccaneers/statuses/377859877189988352">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Brodrick Bunkley expected to miss several weeks with calf injury <a href="http://t.co/esizTURyvj">http://t.co/esizTURyvj</a></p>— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballTalk/statuses/377857095011282944">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>A lot was made of Vaccaro, DBs on the final play against Atlanta. Lost in discussion was Cam Jordan collapsing pocket against 3 players. ...</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/377850031220740096">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>And Curtis Lofton pressing his man back into Matt Ryan, using one hand to disrupt Ryan and bring him down as he threw.</p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/statuses/377850228222984192">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Today's <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbluereport">@BlackBlueReport</a> podcast talking Saints & Pelicans with special guest <a href="https://twitter.com/JeremyDavenport">@JeremyDavenport</a> <a href="http://t.co/k1wcvMKVKo">http://t.co/k1wcvMKVKo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23NOLA&src=hash">#NOLA</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/statuses/377848372666703872">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Bad news for <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Saints&src=hash">#Saints</a>: Starting NT Brodrick Bunkley is expected to be out several weeks with a calf injury, per source. Not season-ending</p>— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapSheet/statuses/377841935979126784">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>LSU coach Les Miles denies SI report's accusations of academic cheating <a href="http://t.co/hyQCWGoQiJ">http://t.co/hyQCWGoQiJ</a></p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/statuses/377831172547428352">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>WR Marques Colston quietly makes history for the Saints <a href="http://t.co/J2hs6E2k3E">http://t.co/J2hs6E2k3E</a></p>— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballTalk/statuses/377830223451918336">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Kennys From Heaven: <a href="http://t.co/2SLZvwj7wa">http://t.co/2SLZvwj7wa</a></p>— Grandmaster Wang (@moosedenied) <a href="https://twitter.com/moosedenied/statuses/377821392471076864">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>.<a href="https://twitter.com/Tromboneshorty">@TromboneShorty</a> performing the national anthem last Sunday (VIDEO): <a href="http://t.co/gd6j0MirVe">http://t.co/gd6j0MirVe</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23USA&src=hash">#USA</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/statuses/377809026160918528">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Couldn't help notice our nations flag seems to be flying a little higher today <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23wewillneverforget&src=hash">#wewillneverforget</a> 9/11 </p>— Garrett Hartley (@GHartley5) <a href="https://twitter.com/GHartley5/statuses/377774197436841984">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>1-0 feels great to start this week of work but means NOTHING unless we go 1-0 this week! <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23WhoDat&src=hash">#WhoDat</a></p>— Jedidiah Collins (@JedCollins45) <a href="https://twitter.com/JedCollins45/statuses/377772634819543041">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Top 10 photos from the Saints win vs the Falcons: <a href="http://t.co/q5VJHk2j4z">http://t.co/q5VJHk2j4z</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23ATLvsNO&src=hash">#ATLvsNO</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/statuses/377767579151921153">September 11, 2013</a></blockquote>
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Saints injury news
New Orleans Saints nose tackle Brodrick Bunkley expected to miss several weeks with calf injury: report | NOLA.com
The injury is reportedly not a season ender
New Orleans Saints issue Wednesday injury report
The players that had limited participation: linebacker Curtis Lofton (knee); defensive end Glenn Foster(ankle); cornerback Jabari Greer (back) and cornerback Patrick Robinson (foot).
Saints’ Bunkley, Walker top list of players who miss practice Wednesday | Saints | The Advocate — Baton Rouge, LA
New Orleans Saints nose tackle Brodrick Bunkley (calf) and defensive end Tyrunn Walker (knee) missed practice on Wednesday after suffering …
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Next up, the Bucs
Tampa Bay Bucs Josh Freeman in bad spot after being stripped of captaincy - NFL News | FOX Sports on MSN
Tampa Bay Bucs Josh Freeman in bad spot after being stripped of captaincy Tampa Bay Bucs Josh Freeman in bad spot after being stripped of captaincy
Bucs need to bring rush on Drew Brees - Tampa Bay Buccaneers Blog - ESPN
It’s very difficult to rattle New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees, but that’s what the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will have to do if they’r
QB Watch: Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Josh Freeman - ESPN
A weekly analysis of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' quarterback play. Rewind: Josh Freeman had a dismal performance in the opener against the New York Je
Tampa Bay Buccaneers need to be better on first down - ESPN
TAMPA, Fla. -- Part of the reason the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' offense looked so dismal in Sunday’s season-opening loss to the New York Jets was be
Some bright spots among Bucs opening woes | Tampa Bay Times
TAMPA — There has been plenty of gloom and doom when it comes to discussing the Bucs the past few days.
A cautious first step for Carl Nicks - Tampa Bay Buccaneers Blog - ESPN
TAMPA, Fla. -- Carl Nicks took a major step in his comeback Wednesday, but the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ guard still might be a long way from playin
Fennelly: Time for Bucs' Schiano, Freeman to deliver
Greg Schiano and Josh Freeman didn't ask for one another - but the best way for each to avoid a long season is to work together, Martin Fennelly writes.
It’s players-only meeting time in Tampa | ProFootballTalk
At a time when the team coached by the son of legendary Buccaneers defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin may or may not have had a players-only meeting, Monte Kiffin's former team definitely did.
Five things to know about the New Orleans Saints on Wednesday, September 11
Check back this afternoon for coverage of today's practice
New Orleans Saints Morning Break
A sampling of what's being written about the Saints and their next opponent, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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Other Saints news
moosedenied " Blog Archive " Kennys From Heaven
And to whatever extent coming up just short yet again in soul-crushing fashion further cements the Falcons' reputation as choke artists and perpetual wannabes, not to mention reinforcing the notion that the Saints quite simply own them and there's nothing they can do about it, then perhaps this way is even better.
Ingram continues to underperform | ProFootballTalk
Former Heisman winner Mark Ingram has started the third year of his career. And his career continues to sputter. He gained 11 yards on nine carries for the Saints on Sunday, part of the team's usual three-headed tailback attack.
Vaccaro gaining trust of Saints teammates with strong play in opener | wwltv.com New Orleans
As the days went by this past week, Saints safety Kenny Vaccaro let slip that he would start against the Atlanta Falcons in his first-ever regular season NFL game.
Drew Brees' passing game vs. the Atlanta Falcons: Graphic | NOLA.com
Here's this year's first diagram representing Drew Brees' passing accuracy, this one during the New Orleans Saints' 23-17 nail-biting victory over the Atlanta Falcons.
New Orleans Saints linebacker Curtis Lofton supports Fuel Up to Play 60
Lofton partners with SUDIA and NFL Play 60
Drew Brees encourages people to give back on 9/11 | For The Win
The New Orleans Saints quarterback tells For The Win about his goal of 'making people aware of charitable service'
NFL Power Rankings Week 1: Ranking the Saints vs. Falcons
Sep 8, 2013; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints fan Larry Rolling holds up a sign following a win over Atlanta Falcons in a game at the Mercedes-Benz
Colston quietly makes history for the Saints | ProFootballTalk
In football, the receiver position historically has either attracted or created guys who crave attention. There are plenty of exceptions, but since they neither attract nor crave attention we often don't know who they are. One of those guys is Saints receiver Marques Colston.
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Around the league
Odds are against 0-2 teams reaching Super Bowl | Atlanta Falcons | www.ajc.com
FLOWERY BRANCH -- It’s the Steven Jackson Reunion Bowl on Sunday when the Falcons (0-1) face the St.
After loss in season opener, questions still remain with Carolina Panthers’ secondary | CharlotteObserver.com
Russell Wilson torches Panthers defense for career day with 320 yards passing and 75.8 completion percentage
Niners roll dice with IR return designation | ProFootballTalk
Starting last year, every team acquired the ability to put one player per year on injured reserve with the ability to return to play after eight weeks. This year, the 49ers have used theirs on linebacker Nick Moody, a rookie sixth-round draft pick.
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly; NFL Week 1 | sportsjabber.net
Well, well, well... Football is finally all the way back!!! With week one down it can only be time once again to make light of those who worked hard and
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Lagniappe
Gramercy native sues NFL in concussion-related case | Saints | The Advocate — Baton Rouge, LA
A Gramercy native who spent time playing with the Baltimore Ravens and had a brief cameo with the New Orleans Saints became one of the late…
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Video
VIDEO: Sean Payton Talks Tampa Bay Buccaneers
New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton speaks with reporters after practice on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (New Orleans Saints video)
Drew Brees impressed with Josh Freeman
New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees speaks with reporters after practice on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (New Orleans Saints video)
VIDEO: New Orleans Saints Morning Report: September 11
New Orleans Saints senior writer John DeShazier previews Wednesday's Saints for the Morning Report.
VIDEO: Suh needs a talking to - NFL Videos
New Orleans Saints tight end Benjamin Watson and Washington Redskins linebacker London Fletcher agree it will take an NFL player who Suh respects to fix his attitude.