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Saints News, 2/20/15: Payton Talks Saints Coaching, Players, & Training Camp

From John DeShazier: Payton, who is attending the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium, said Thursday that the injection of new blood, eyes and ideas will be beneficial. “I know (General Manager) Mickey (Loomis) and I have talked a lot about it, we’ve talked with the staff and you’ll see some change the same way with our roster; that takes place every year. But to just turn the page and go back to what you were doing would be silly.”

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Charges dropped, but battle rages on for Galette <a href="http://t.co/33SLnQHpmc">http://t.co/33SLnQHpmc</a></p>&mdash; WWL Radio (@WWLAMFM) <a href="https://twitter.com/WWLAMFM/status/568763831566127106">February 20, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>No sir. Been training daily! RT <a href="https://twitter.com/PhilChabert12">@PhilChabert12</a>: <a href="https://twitter.com/LanceMoore16">@LanceMoore16</a> Did you come back to NOLA for Mardi Gras?</p>&mdash; Lance Moore (@LanceMoore16) <a href="https://twitter.com/LanceMoore16/status/568761079939145728">February 20, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Ben Obomanu says some Seattle players believe decision to throw was made to get Russell Wilson Super Bowl MVP <a href="http://t.co/41jdYvfb8t">http://t.co/41jdYvfb8t</a></p>&mdash; ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballTalk/status/568645107416571904">February 20, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Q&amp;A with Sean Payton at the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NFLCombine?src=hash">#NFLCombine</a> <a href="http://t.co/DbsTna228B">http://t.co/DbsTna228B</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> <a href="http://t.co/NQGp5fOJuE">pic.twitter.com/NQGp5fOJuE</a></p>&mdash; New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/568602035333046272">February 20, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Such fast dismissal has to bode well for Galette in civil court. Unless this woman has proof to back up these claims, could end quickly</p>&mdash; Saints Nation Blog (@SaintsNationBlg) <a href="https://twitter.com/SaintsNationBlg/status/568564377697296384">February 20, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Sean Payton says coaching changes are &#39;about winning&#39; <a href="http://t.co/EG3cca3nC3">http://t.co/EG3cca3nC3</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints">@Saints</a></p>&mdash; John DeShazier (@JohnDeShazier) <a href="https://twitter.com/JohnDeShazier/status/568560499421536257">February 19, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Per NFL policy players still can be subject to discipline if cases dont result in convictions - if found to have engaged in certain conduct.</p>&mdash; Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/568557168624054272">February 19, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Falcons expect to learn <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NoiseGate?src=hash">#NoiseGate</a> fate soon <a href="http://t.co/feI4ozCHpK">http://t.co/feI4ozCHpK</a></p>&mdash; ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballTalk/status/568551017874378753">February 19, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>A familiar name for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> fans: LSU RB Kenny Hilliard (<a href="https://twitter.com/noceilings27">@noceilings27</a>) nephew of former <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> RB Dalton Hilliard <a href="http://t.co/WZTqZknUbi">pic.twitter.com/WZTqZknUbi</a></p>&mdash; New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/568534032666882049">February 19, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Interesting to see Saints be more vocal a month before FA about Mark Ingram. Usually don&#39;t divulge anything on interest in retaining players</p>&mdash; Saints Nation Blog (@SaintsNationBlg) <a href="https://twitter.com/SaintsNationBlg/status/568532195800788992">February 19, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Among other topics Sean Payton touched on with <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballTalk">@ProFootballTalk</a> -- not changing or blaming training camp set-up in West Va.</p>&mdash; Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/568530874423119873">February 19, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Payton said <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> will create toughness, intensity when whistle blows. Would be &quot;foolish&quot; to pin blame on camp location.</p>&mdash; Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/568531017293635585">February 19, 2015</a></blockquote>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Payton on Ingram: "Hopefully he’s back in the Black and Gold because he’s been a big part of our success offensively" <a href="http://t.co/IGjsAE6VIy">pic.twitter.com/IGjsAE6VIy</a></p>&mdash; New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/568524935447977984">February 19, 2015</a></blockquote>

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Saints News

Sean Payton: New Orleans Saints must do better job of nurturing leadership in 2015 | NOLA.com
"I've got to do a better job of creating that environment -- certainly better than we did a year ago," Payton said.

New Orleans Saints don't plan to re-work Drew Brees' contract anytime soon, Sean Payton says | NOLA.com
""I don't think that's something that's going to be happening anytime soon," Payton said

Dennis Allen, Rob Ryan 'passionate' about working together, Sean Payton says | NOLA.com
Allen, who was fired as head coach of the Oakland Raiders last season, was part of Payton's original staff with the Saints in 2006.

Sean Payton: Training camp will be different in 2015, but leaving Greenbrier would be 'foolish' | NOLA.com
Payton said the training camp setup at the Greenbrier, where the Saints will return for a second camp in July, was "fabulous."

John DeShazier: Sean Payton says coaching changes are 'about winning'
Payton: 'It’s about us finding opportunities for us to improve our team, our roster, or coaching staff'

Saints Coach Sean Payton talks about coaching changes, combine and Mark Ingram
Sean Payton spoke with John DeShazier Thursday in Indy

Sean Payton speaks out on New Orleans Saints season, future
Sean Payton appeared on NBC's Pro Football Talk program with Mike Florio to talk about the New Orleans Saints 2014 season, and what the future holds.

Domestic violence charge dropped against Junior Galette | ProFootballTalk
On Thursday, a civil suit was filed against Junior Galette by the same woman whose accusations of domestic violence led Galette to be arrested and charged earlier this year. The civil suit remains in place, but the criminal charges have gone away.

How the New Orleans Saints can quickly trim more than $20 million - ESPN
Contract mechanisms will allow team to get under the cap with simple restructures.

CNN praises New Orleans Saints' Benjamin Watson for 'fresh approach' to discussions on race | NOLA.com
Watson was featured as part of a CNN series on "extraordinary people" this week.

Saints wide receiver Marques Colston says loss of Darren Sproles contributed to offensive struggles | NOLA.com
"When you lose a guy that has produced at that high of a level and don't have an immediate replacement planned for him, you're going to struggle at times," Colston said.

Former Saints lineman Kyle Turley continues to speak out about painkiller use in NFL | NOLA.com
The 39-year-old Turley has been among the more outspoken retired players over the use of powerful painkillers provided by teams.

Saints ready for speed dates with draft prospects | New Orleans Saints | The Sun Herald
The Saints have about 15 minutes to get to know draft prospects this week at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. That's the time allowed each franchise to meet with players one on one.

Kenny Hilliard talks about Saints, time at LSU
Former LSU RB Kenny Hilliard, nephew of former Saints RB Dalton Hilliard, talks about his time at LSU and the possibility of playing with the Saints. Video by Alex Restrepo (New Orleans Saints video)

Charge dropped against Saints' Galette in domestic case

Sean Payton: Lack of leadership was issue for Saints in 2014 - Black and Gold

Sean Payton says Saints are not currently looking to rework Drew Brees' contract - Black and Gold

Sean Payton says Rob Ryan and Dennis Allen will have clearly defined roles on coaching staff - Black and Gold

Sean Payton hopes Mark Ingram returns to the Saints - Black and Gold

Former Ohio St. WR Devin Smith says Saints would 'be a great fit' for him - Black and Gold

Saints top 5 targets in Free agency | The Saints Nation

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NFL News

Adrian Peterson not yet committed to playing again for Minnesota | ProFootballTalk
Adrian Peterson has some misgivings about rejoining the Vikings for 2015. In a story published Thursday night, Peterson told ESPN.com's Ben Goessling he was still sorting out whether he could play again for Minnesota after spending most of the season on paid leave from the club.

Raiders, Chargers exploring jointly built stadium in Carson, California | ProFootballTalk
In a remarkable development, the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders have developed a plan in which they would partner to build and share a stadium south of Los Angeles. According to Sam Farmer of the Los Angeles Times, the clubs are proposing a $1.

Goodell needs to prevent chaos in L.A. | ProFootballTalk
Twenty years ago, Roger Goodell played a key role in resolving the Cleveland conundrum that arose when Browns owner Art Modell decided to move the team to Baltimore.

Dan Quinn talks about why he took Falcons job
Atlanta Falcons coach Dan Quinn talks about why he took the Falcons gig at the 2015 NFL Combine. Video provided by NFL Media.