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Tweets
Rob Ryan on Jairus Byrd's injury "It's the tough part of our business" (VIDEO) http://t.co/1DEOUF7cCj Saints?src=hash">#Saints #TBvsNO pic.twitter.com/rU2rDLYTTw
Sean Payton talks about losing Jairus Byrd for the season (VIDEO) http://t.co/EiNiOfIMCK #Saints pic.twitter.com/sS26qC8fol
New Orleans Saints defense faces another setback after losing prize free agent safety Jairus Byrd http://t.co/rw7jHoueLl
Sean Payton: Darren Sproles one of my favorite players, recent criticism 'old news' http://t.co/cSDVuRCVbV via @nolanews
3 Buccaneers have been ruled OUT for Sunday & 6 are questionable. Full Injury Report: http://t.co/gxLOjvLSnH #TBvsNO
Goodwin, Watson, White & P. Robinson are Probable for Sunday. Final Injury Report: http://t.co/IG91LmxuCM #TBvsNO
I really, really need some kind of story to break about Roger doing something terrible. Right now.
Jairus Byrd out for the season with a torn meniscus - http://t.co/WqHp16Q9oc
This is our house! #WhoDat #WhoDatNation @Saints pic.twitter.com/4ALA1k9CLB
#Saints DT John Jenkins declined to explain why he didn't make trip to Dallas last week, said you'd have to ask coaches. Payton did not say.
.@KennyVaccaro4 calls @jairusbyrd a good friend and teammate. Said he feels like he's playing for him now #Saints
In better news, apparently a few minutes ago Erik Lorig blinked and wiggled a toe a little bit. So we've got that going for us.
Also, Nick Toon is healthy. High five!
BREAKING: Sammy Knight just seen at MSY
Arredondo: Mild 70s most of the day for tailgating Sunday for Saints game. pic.twitter.com/SZGX5fdVoJ
Jairus Byrd placed on season-ending IR with torn meniscus http://t.co/l0fUklSMB0 pic.twitter.com/2SYwMhUq9l
— Roger's Own Petard (@moosedenied) October 3, 2014
— Roger's Own Petard (@moosedenied) October 3, 2014
#Saints Rob Ryan expresses confidence in Rafael Bush though
Rob Ryan on Byrd going on season-ending IR "it's terrible for the young man. He has worked so hard" #Saints
Payton responded to Darren Sproles comments about resenting way #Saints handled his trade. Said thought it was old news but stressed ...
#Saints Payton said Sproles is one of his five all-time players he's ever coached.
Rafael Bush will replace Byrd in #Saints starting lineup. Will evaluate nickel options.
MORE: John Fox says releasing Matt Prater was "a football decision." http://t.co/kOT7QSMAQG via @MikeKlis pic.twitter.com/gHjztG6tG2
Perfect time for #Saints to bring Prater in for a workout with the bye week next week.
Seriously, the #Saints should take a good look at Matt Prater.
My column: Jairus Byrd's season-ending injury another sign Saints season could be destined for disaster http://t.co/9FbFDJYFeI
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Saints News (some of it very depressing)
Saints safety Jairus Byrd out for year
The Saints say that high-priced free agent Jairus Byrd tore his lateral meniscus in practice Thursday and will be out for the season.
Saints' Jairus Byrd has season-ending knee surgery
Play-making safety injured meniscus in first season with team.
Saints safety Jairus Byrd sustains season-ending knee injury during Thursday's practice | NOLA.com
Byrd was high-priced acquisition in offseason
Jairus Byrd placed on season-ending IR with torn meniscus, Sean Payton says
Star safety suffered injury in Thursday's practice
Jairus Byrd Out For the Season, Rafael Bush In For the New Orleans Saints
New Orleans Saints safety Jairus Byrd has been placed on the season ending injured reserve. Now, it's time for Rafael Bush to step it up.
Jairus Byrd out for the season with a torn meniscus | The Saints Nation
Saints believe talk won't lead to wins, but fun will
For the Saints, talk is cheap and certainly won't help them get what they need most: a win.
Where New Orleans Saints, Tampa Bay Buccaneers rank: Week 5 - ESPN
Where New Orleans Saints, Tampa Bay Buccaneers rank: Week 5
Prediction: Saints will beat Buccaneers - New Orleans Saints Blog - ESPN
Sean Payton: Darren Sproles one of my favorite players, recent criticism 'old news' | NOLA.com
Payton said it was nearly impossible to keep ahead of Twitter in the current media age -- "I'm not aware of who or how (the news was) tweeted" -- but that he called and spoke personally to Sproles. A face-to-face meeting was impossible because it was the offseason and Sproles was not in town, Payton said.
Sproles and Jenkins: Is Criticism of Saints Management Fair?
Who Dat Dish Staff Writer Barry Hirstius looks at Saints fans' unhealthy obsession with the accomplishments of Eagles and former Saints Sproles and Jenkins
This week's New Orleans Saints banner at McMain Secondary School: "Commandeer the Buccaneers" | NOLA.com
The U.S.S. Benson with Sir Saint at the helm sinks the Buccaneers' ship as the vanquished crew bobs in the stormy seas on this week's edition of the Eleanor McMain Secondary School's New Orleans Saints banner.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers trying to repeat turnaround of 1996 team, plus more links | NOLA.com
The 1996 season is widely viewed as a pivotal one for the Buccaneers, who would make the playoffs in four of their next five seasons under Dungy.
Uniform colors: New Orleans Saints vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
New Orleans Saints hosts the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday at Noon CT
New Orleans Saints release final injury report of Tampa Bay Buccaneers week
Final injury report prior to Sunday's NFC South contest
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NFL News
Judge throws out evidence obtained from Hernandez’s apartment | ProFootballTalk
Former Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez continues to await trial on a trial of murder charges. In the case arising from the shooting death of Odin Lloyd, Hernandez's legal team has scored a victory.
What’s wrong with Thursday Night Football? | ProFootballTalk
Four short-week games have been played this season, and not a single one has been very good to watch. The Ravens beat the Steelers, 26-6. The Falcons blasted the Bucs, 56-14. The Giants won in Washington, 45-14. And last night the Packers pummeled the Purple Paste Eaters, 42-10.
Greg Hardy working on his rap career while on the exempt list | ProFootballTalk
While many defendants in the NFL's recent rash of court cases are keeping a low profile, it seems Panthers defensive end Greg Hardy is still polishing his off-field Kraken persona.
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Video
VIDEO: Sean Payton announces Jairus Byrd's injury
Sean Payton speaks with reporters on Friday, October 3, 2014. Video by Ashley Amoss (New Orleans Saints video)
VIDEO: Rob Ryan on losing Jairus Byrd for the season
Rob Ryan speaks with reporters on Friday, October 3, 2014. Video by Ashley Amoss (New Orleans Saints video)
VIDEO: Drew Brees on how his kids help after a loss
Drew Brees talks about how his kids help after a tough loss. Video by Ashley Amoss (New Orleans Saints video)