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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">ICYMI: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a>' Drew Brees expects to play usual amount vs. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Patriots?src=hash">#Patriots</a> <a href="http://t.co/mylDLKYpSg">http://t.co/mylDLKYpSg</a></p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/634339550203092992">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Asked Sean Payton if any young <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> DBs have stood out w/ extra snaps with 1s this week. Mentioned a few but started with Jean-Baptiste.</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/634347981764956160">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Photo: Randy Moss spent the early part of practice watching with NBA great Jerry West (photo via <a href="https://twitter.com/LyonsYellin">@LyonsYellin</a>). <a href="http://t.co/1GTYviz099">pic.twitter.com/1GTYviz099</a></p>— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeReiss/status/634369028761493504">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Kikaha with a nice job coming off a block to "tackle" a Pats RB</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/634369035912761344">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Jonas Gray popped off a nice run in 9-7 drills, but Saints first team DL played the run well in last two snaps.</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/634368822317858816">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> CB Brandon Browner pumping hard on the exercise bike and pumping fist along with music to start practice.... <a href="http://t.co/sIecbWSum7">http://t.co/sIecbWSum7</a></p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/634368768530059264">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Tavaris Barnes playing at DE in place of Hicks in 9-7 drills</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/634368201133060096">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Delvin Breaux back at full speed. Good sign. <a href="https://t.co/qVLmI3ilqn">https://t.co/qVLmI3ilqn</a></p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/634366139448094721">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Keenan Lewis has appeared. Not practicing.</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/634365117203922944">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Last practice at <a href="https://twitter.com/The_Greenbrier">@The_Greenbrier</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SaintsCamp?src=hash">#SaintsCamp</a> <a href="http://t.co/PthRbgqiRT">pic.twitter.com/PthRbgqiRT</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/634361848134037504">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Breaux going through walkthrough to start practice. With ones with SJB.</p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/634360816318480384">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Patriots?src=hash">#Patriots</a> Bill Belichick shoots down reporter's question about rarity of two QBs like Tom Brady, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> Drew Brees thriving for so long...</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/634356618159910913">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Belichick said you can find examples through history, respects them and you can write great story about it. But his focus is on this team.</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/634356925451366401">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Bill Belichick is very complimentary of the <a href="https://twitter.com/The_Greenbrier">@The_Greenbrier</a>. Says he hopes to come back at some point during an offseason to see more of it</p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/634354775732146177">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Column from Wednesday: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a>, Patriots scandals share little more than a catchy suffix <a href="http://t.co/lvxFQ6jNpt">http://t.co/lvxFQ6jNpt</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/NOLAnews">@nolanews</a></p>— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) <a href="https://twitter.com/LarryHolder/status/634353112342523904">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Why did the Seahawks get Jimmy Graham? Look no farther than the last throw of the Super Bowl <a href="http://t.co/8hmVIJHZ7J">http://t.co/8hmVIJHZ7J</a></p>— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) <a href="https://twitter.com/ProFootballTalk/status/634350689230155776">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> Sean Payton said there has been emphasis on penalties after last week but pointed out that Andrus Peat had 2 false starts yesterday</p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/634349946536378368">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Coach Payton announced some roster moves this morning, the details: <a href="http://t.co/HcJtynIyZR">http://t.co/HcJtynIyZR</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/634349024464736256">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Train passes during Payton news conference, noise forces him to delay, he compares it to scene from "My Cousin Vinny"</p>— John DeShazier (@JohnDeShazier) <a href="https://twitter.com/JohnDeShazier/status/634347790114557952">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Payton on yesterday's practice: "Overall, the tempo was good." "There's a ton of tape off a practice like that" <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SaintsCamp?src=hash">#SaintsCamp</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/634346850724806656">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Drew Brees: "I am a big fan of Tom Brady" (VIDEO) <a href="http://t.co/f0VIj62zwC">http://t.co/f0VIj62zwC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SaintsCamp?src=hash">#SaintsCamp</a> <a href="http://t.co/xHTPjQu3Er">pic.twitter.com/xHTPjQu3Er</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/634344213111537664">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">ICYMI: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> Drew Brees on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Patriots?src=hash">#Patriots</a>, old friend Tom Brady: 'Iron sharpens iron' <a href="http://t.co/uZ6NXxNil6">http://t.co/uZ6NXxNil6</a></p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/634339284594597888">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> Drew Brees still thinks he could play 'til 45, but 'not naïve' <a href="http://t.co/1N0uP7jGdu">http://t.co/1N0uP7jGdu</a></p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/634335590377496576">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">A look at yesterday's Saints-Patriots practice VIDEO: <a href="http://t.co/IsDjeiiHWT">http://t.co/IsDjeiiHWT</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SaintsCamp?src=hash">#SaintsCamp</a> <a href="http://t.co/7WLBGLIyHV">pic.twitter.com/7WLBGLIyHV</a></p>— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) <a href="https://twitter.com/Saints/status/634332732508741633">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The <a href="https://twitter.com/Patriots">@Patriots</a> tweet out ESPN's late night apology (which was not for THAT report): <a href="http://t.co/sBPLn9thUv">http://t.co/sBPLn9thUv</a> <a href="http://t.co/QdYt6B1gvv">pic.twitter.com/QdYt6B1gvv</a></p>— Shutdown Corner (@YShutdownCorner) <a href="https://twitter.com/YShutdownCorner/status/634371045202378753">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">No sign of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash">#Saints</a> DE Akiem Hicks at practice today after he was injured yesterday. DBs Keenan Lewis, Kenny... <a href="http://t.co/ZCFJX7EnEv">http://t.co/ZCFJX7EnEv</a></p>— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeTriplett/status/634370961383424000">August 20, 2015</a></blockquote>
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Saints News
New Orleans Saints' Drew Brees expects to play usual amount vs. Pats - New Orleans Saints Blog - ESPN
After sitting out the New Orleans Saints' preseason opener last week, Drew Brees said he expects to play his typical amount during Saturday's game.
New Orleans Saints training camp: Live updates from the last day in West Virginia | NOLA.com
Saints coach Sean Payton and Patriots Bill Belichick will speak to media before practice.
Drew Brees: "I am a big fan of Tom Brady"
Drew Brees speaks with reporters about his relationship with Patriots QB Tom Brady. Video by Ashley Amoss
Has Bill Belichick ever made Sean Payton laugh?
A reporter asked Sean Payton if Bill Belichick has ever made him laugh. Both coaches gave a funny response to the question. Video by Ashley Amoss
Tom Brady at Patriots-Saints practice
NFL Media's Jeff Darlington brings the latest information on the Patriots, Saints joint practice including Tom Brady taking first team reps
Jimmy Garoppolo talks about first Saints practice
NFL Media's Jeff Darlington interviews New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo about the benefits of practicing with the New Orleans Saints and how he hopes to improve going forward
Motivated Saints WR Joe Morgan Grabs #4 WR Spot
Motivated and re-focused after getting his personal life in order after getting a 2nd chance from Saints coach Sean Payton, WR Joe Morgan is now the #4 WR
Patriots, Saints adept at deflecting distractions - Sports - The Patriot Ledger, Quincy, MA - Quincy, MA
Former Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson says Patriots and Saints good at blocking out the controversies and staying focused.
Old friends Drew Brees, Ben Watson catch up with Tom Brady | Boston Herald
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PATRIOTS: Ninkovich has bittersweet memories of his time with Saints - Sports - The Patriot Ledger, Quincy, MA - Quincy, MA
Rob Ninkovich’s time with the New Orleans Saints wasn’t remarkable, but it’s a situation that he’ll likely never forget.
Sean Payton talks about the practices with the Patriots
Coach Payton met with the media prior to Wednesday's practice
Drew Brees: 'It does kick it up a notch'
Brees met with the media following Wednesday's practice
Ben Watson on working vs. old team
New Orleans Saints tight end Ben Watson met with the media Wednesday, Aug. 19 following the joint practice with the Patriots. Video by Ashley Amoss
Saints, Patriots work well together through first practice: Podcast | NOLA.com
Injuries within the secondary and with Akiem Hicks are among the other topics
Saints have 'good core group of veteran players' to provide leadership, Sean Payton tells ESPN | NOLA.com
ESPN has training camps across the country covered and on Wednesday afternoon's edition of "SportsCenter," Britt McHenry chatted with New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton, who had a lot to say about toughness and leadership, in West Virginia.
Zach Strief on practicing with the Patriots
New Orleans Saints tackle Zach Strief met with the media Wednesday, Aug. 19 following the team's practice vs. the Patriots. Video by Ashley Amoss
Cam Jordan talks about joint practices
New Orleans Saints defensive end Cam Jordan met with the media Wednesday, Aug. 19 following joint practices with the New England Patriots. Video by Ashley Amoss
New Orleans Saints' Josh Morgan, Joseph Morgan stand out vs. Patriots - New Orleans Saints Blog - ESPN
New Orleans Saints WRs' Josh Morgan and Joseph Morgan leap into the spotlight during Wednesday's joint practice with the New England Patriots.
Saints DE Akiem Hicks injured during practice against Patriots - New Orleans Saints Blog - ESPN
New Orleans Saints defensive end Akiem Hicks left with an apparent injury Wednesday during a joint practice with the New England Patriots.
Yellin: Work with Pats is Saints best practice so far
New Orleans' source for complete news coverage of the Saints football team with schedules, scores and stats. WWLTV.com
Saints' Benjamin Watson hitched ride from Tom Benson to be home for child's birth - New Orleans Saints Blog - ESPN
While the Saints flew back to West Virginia after the opener at Baltimore, Benjamin Watson flew to New Orleans on owner Tom Benson's private jet.
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NFL News
Panthers no longer have a leg up on the NFC South | The Saints Nation
Darrell Bevell has high hopes for Jimmy Graham | ProFootballTalk
After the 2012 season, the Seahawks decided that they needed a playmaking receiver in order to get to the next level. And while Percy Harvin didn't do much to get Seattle to the Super Bowl, his impact on the 43-8 win over Denver was obvious.
Wednesday’s hearing may have made Brady, NFLPA less inclined to settle | ProFootballTalk
Before Wednesday's hearing in the Tom Brady case, Brady reportedly was willing to accept a reduced suspension in order to put the issue behind him. After Wednesday's hearing, which featured Judge Richard M.
Steve Smith could smell the fear (or something) in Eagles rookie | ProFootballTalk
Eagles cornerback Eric Rowe grew up idolizing Ravens wide receiver Steve Smith. But their shared background at Utah didn't earn Rowe any special treatment from the veteran wideout when they practiced against each other yesterday. "He told me to get my feet right.
Adam Jones thinks he’d have $100 million but for his suspension | ProFootballTalk
In many respects, it's amazing that Bengals cornerback Adam Jones remains in the NFL a full decade after the artist formerly known as Pacman arrived amid a flurry of off-field entanglements that culminated in a one-year suspension after only two NFL seasons.