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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>I love his nuts. RT <a href="https://twitter.com/Kat_Terrell">@Kat_Terrell</a>: New Orleans Saints try out linebacker Paul Hazel, according to a league source</p>— Roger's Own Petard (@moosedenied) <a href="https://twitter.com/moosedenied/status/519544554190831616">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>In the wake of Jimmy Graham injuring his shoulder, the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> worked out TE Kellen Davis, per a league source.</p>— Rand Getlin (@Rand_Getlin) <a href="https://twitter.com/Rand_Getlin/status/519568166809128960">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>That didn't take long. RT <a href="https://twitter.com/Bengals">@Bengals</a>: NEWS: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bengals?src=hash">#Bengals</a> place LB Sean Porter on IR -Acquired LB Khairi Fortt on waivers</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/519583590837796865">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Who Dat Nation, don't miss out on a fun night at the Black & Gold Bowl this Sunday!! Limited tickets still available <a href="http://t.co/XTg2DdUXnp">http://t.co/XTg2DdUXnp</a></p>— Pierre Thomas (@Pierre_Thomas) <a href="https://twitter.com/Pierre_Thomas/status/519576582461997056">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Steve: Saints got 99 problems but offense ain't one <a href="http://t.co/6stl9J6s1S">http://t.co/6stl9J6s1S</a></p>— WWL Radio (@WWLAMFM) <a href="https://twitter.com/WWLAMFM/status/519578536231723008">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Lagging behind on Saints-Bucs film study, but here's a nugget: Gerald McCoy blew by Jahri Evans almost untouched on plays in quarters 1,2,4</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/519567522396258304">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>I've never seen that before from Jahri Evans. I know McCoy is great, but Evans looked very rough.</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/519567724930801664">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> only up one spot in ESPN Power Rankings: Week 6 <a href="http://t.co/dOqadtILRj">http://t.co/dOqadtILRj</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/ESPNNFL">@espnnfl</a></p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/519563320878047232">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>The latest on the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> & <a href="https://twitter.com/PelicansNBA">@PelicansNBA</a> on today's <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbluereport">@blackbluereport</a> podcast: <a href="http://t.co/H0tj3FEiyu">http://t.co/H0tj3FEiyu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NOLA?src=hash">#NOLA</a> <a href="http://t.co/c4s0LAsxbz">pic.twitter.com/c4s0LAsxbz</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/519559304253157376">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Belichick too RT <a href="https://twitter.com/Edwerderespn">@Edwerderespn</a>: Think Payton did this before..RT..<a href="https://twitter.com/ESPNNFL">@ESPNNFL</a>: Sparano buried football after 0-4 start. <a href="http://t.co/3pcpfCj0GB">pic.twitter.com/3pcpfCj0GB</a>"</p>— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) <a href="https://twitter.com/AlbertBreer/status/519559050048987136">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>.<a href="https://twitter.com/Saints">@Saints</a> S <a href="https://twitter.com/KennyVaccaro4">@KennyVaccaro4</a> credits health, new role for strong game. Also reveals new info about last year’s injury. <a href="http://t.co/hMPLf5QRM7">http://t.co/hMPLf5QRM7</a></p>— Lyons Yellin (@LyonsYellin) <a href="https://twitter.com/LyonsYellin/status/519544088304300032">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Where <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> QB Drew Brees ranks among NFL's deep-ball throwers <a href="http://t.co/kQ7msOrQAJ">http://t.co/kQ7msOrQAJ</a></p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/519536295278686209">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/LanceMoore16">@LanceMoore16</a> thanks bruh</p>— Chase Daniel (@ChaseDaniel) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChaseDaniel/status/519535414256746496">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>More interesting data on deep balls from ESPN Stats and Info. In 2011, Brees was 3-9 on throws that traveled 38 yds or more. in '09 4-15.</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/519525256776925185">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>All being said, no question <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> have a glaring issue getting ball downfield to WRs. But it's a # of factors, Brees' own rhythm included</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/519527541900836864">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Bigger problem with Brees/<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> is downfield throws in general have disappeared to WRs from all distances ...But not simply 'arm strength'</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/519518096995143680">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Nick Foles is 1-of-12 on balls that traveled 38 yards in the air or more. ... The most: Cousins 4-of-7, Stafford 4-8, Romo 3-6, Hoyer 3-7.</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/519517804559888384">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>I agree Brees has looked rusty on deep throws. Hes been better in past. But that's not black&white "arm strength." They're tough throws. ...</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/519517029775462400">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Everyone wants to talk about Brees’ arm. I get it, but then I see him make throws like this. <a href="http://t.co/dr40URcGx7">pic.twitter.com/dr40URcGx7</a></p>— Nick Underhill (@UnderhillAdv) <a href="https://twitter.com/UnderhillAdv/status/519512881940160512">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>In memo to NFL owners, <a href="https://twitter.com/nflcommish">@nflcommish</a> lists questions to be addressed re: personal conduct policy. Listed 6th: Commish role in discipline?</p>— Ed Werder (@Edwerderespn) <a href="https://twitter.com/Edwerderespn/status/519511092813643777">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>OPINION: Stop the silly talk, no conference compares to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SEC?src=hash">#SEC</a> - <a href="http://t.co/GtKLoUeWYs">http://t.co/GtKLoUeWYs</a></p>— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/wwltvsports/status/519508804644659201">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>.<a href="https://twitter.com/SeanPayton">@SeanPayton</a> will be on the <a href="https://twitter.com/RichEisenShow">@RichEisenShow</a> today (12-3p ET) available on <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLNow">@NFLNow</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/519503433389195264">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Via <a href="https://twitter.com/PFF">@PFF</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a>' Corey White surrendered a perfect 158.3 QB rating allowing four of five targets to be completed vs. Tampa Bay.</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/519486309610823681">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Can't believe the Saints have the #1 offense in the NFL. That is shocking</p>— Saints Nation Blog (@SaintsNationBlg) <a href="https://twitter.com/SaintsNationBlg/status/519476940936597504">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> offensive rankings: 1 (yds per gm, 1st downs per gm, 2 (yards per play, rush yds. per attempt, sack per play, 3rd down efficiency)</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/519474062511570944">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> def. ranking: 25 (yds. per game), 29 (yds. per play), 26 (sack per play), 30 (pass yds. per play) 22 (3rd down efficiency).</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/519474965582970880">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>More <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> rankings: 10 (pts scored), 28 (pts allowed), 32 (turnover margin), 32 (total takeaways)</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/519475497605300224">October 7, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Saints News
Saints work out free-agent linebacker Paul Hazel, source says | Black and Gold
The Saints (2-3) hosted Hazel after linebacker Ramon Humber hurt his ankle in the first half of New Orleans’ 37-31 victory at home against Tampa Bay (1-4). Nonetheless, workouts such as Hazel’s are routine and not necessarily indicative of anything.
Forecast: Pierre Thomas kept Saints season alive
I'm not sure if the New Orleans Saints 2014 season can be saved, but I'm really happy it didn't die Sunday vs.Tampa Bay. The Saints escaped with a 37-31 win and head to their bye week only one game out of first in the worst division in the NFL.
Saints Vaccaro credits health, new role for strong game
Vaccaro, who had six tackles during Sunday's victory over Tampa Bay, explained his inconsistent start to the season.
John DeShazier: Saints head into bye week on right note
Win over Tampa on Sunday was important
Film Study: Reviewing New Orleans Saints defense - ESPN
Reviewing the New Orleans Saints' defensive performance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Week Five power rankings | ProFootballTalk
17. New Orleans Saints (No. 17; 2-3): Barely winning at home is far more troubling than getting blown out on the road.
New Orleans Saints Locker Room Sound: October 7, 2014
Cameron Jordan, Corey White, Jonathan Goodwin and Khiry Robinson spoke on Monday
Saints give up short-term IR by cutting Fortt | New Orleans Saints | The Sun Herald
METAIRIE, La. -- The New Orleans Saints have relinquished their short-term injured reserve designation for this season by cutting rookie linebacker Khairi Fortt on Monday, one week before he would have been eligible to return to practice.
Saints’ Defensive and Special Teams Player Grades vs. Buccaneers | The Saints Nation
What's Wrong with Drew Brees?
Who Dat Dish Staff Writer Barry Hirstius takes a look at the various reasons why some observers feel Saints QB Drew Brees is on the "downside" of his career
Former Saints safety Pierre Warren joins Vikings practice squad | Black and Gold
New Orleans Saints running back Pierre Thomas nominated for GMC 'Never Say Never' moment of the week award | NOLA.com
He had two touchdowns against the Buccaneers
New Orleans Saints snap counts: Week 5 - ESPN
A look at the snap-count breakdown per player for the New Orleans Saints against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Weekly film study: New Orleans Saints - ESPN
This week's New Orleans Saints film study looks at the reasons why the Saints' long passing game has lost its effectiveness.
Saints start bye week looking for improvement
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — When Saints players gathered at team headquarters Monday for a film review session before getting the rest of their bye week off, coach Sean Payton had a request.
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NFL News
Adrian Peterson Blames Media For Reporting On Charity-Funded Orgy
Adrian Peterson's All Day Foundation has been described as focusing on at-risk children, particularly girls. But there's an interesting tidbit buried within a lengthy Star Tribune takeout on the indefinitely suspended running back that's worth a lot more attention than his sex life, which is the focus of the piece: two different agencies listed by the foundation as gift recipients don't remember getting any money from it at all.
Adrian Peterson to plead not guilty on Wednesday | ProFootballTalk
On Wednesday, Vikings running back Adrian Peterson will appear in court in connection with his pending child-abuse charges. And if/when the judge asks lawyer Rusty Hardin (pictured) for a plea, there will be no equivocation.
Marc Trestman to team: Don’t respond to Twitter terrorists | ProFootballTalk
The Bears blew a big lead against the Panthers last weekend and that led some Bears fans to take to Twitter to air their grievances directly at members of the team. One of their targets fired back.
Ryan Clark: We got beat by the best player in the NFL, Russell Wilson | ProFootballTalk
Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson had as brilliant game in Washington on Monday night, and he left his fallen opponents awestruck. In fact, Washington safety Ryan Clark said after the game that he thinks Wilson is the single best player in football.
NFL details efforts to get Rice tape | ProFootballTalk
Just when the Ray Rice controversy was beginning to recede from view, it's back. It's back because the NFL has decided to provide more details to ABC News regarding the efforts to get the controversial Ray Rice elevator video.