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Saints News, 10/4/16: Nick Fairley Makes an Impact in the First Quarter of the Season

With Sheldon Rankins out with a broken fibula until at least Week Eight, the Saints knew that DT Nick Fairley would have to make more of an impact than expected early. The veteran has done just that recording three sacks from the interior line in the first quarter of the season, and playing a key role in the Saints' win over the Chargers Sunday.

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Saints News

Saints-Chargers review: Despite allowing 34 points, New Orleans defense did some things well | Saints | theadvocate.com
Even before the Saints became the beneficiaries of luck late in the fourth quarter against the San Diego Chargers, the team put some good things on film.

Saints Fantasy Forecast for Week 5
Check out which players you should target with the Saints on a bye in this edition of the Saints Fantasy Forecast presented by Campbell's Soup

Saints' first-quarter grade: A big, fat, beautiful 'W' ... finally! | SunHerald
The New Orleans Saints finally have a win on their resume after a slow start to the 2016 season. So where do they go from here?

Saints learn quickly that FB John Kuhn is an ‘ace in the hole’ - New Orleans Saints Blog- ESPN
John Kuhn had five touches for the Saints on Sunday: two went for first downs and the other three went for touchdowns.

NFL Power Rankings: How the Saints' win in San Diego helped | NOLA.com

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NFL News

Jeremy Butler Promoted to Active Roster

The Buccaneers have promoted the wide receiver from the practice squad to the active roster.

Colts send message, cutting ties with underperformers Cromartie, Moore - Indianapolis Colts Blog- ESPN
The 1-3 Colts drop linebacker Sio Moore and cornerback Antonio Cromartie on Tuesday.

Terry Bradshaw warns Colin Kaepernick, protesters 'will 'pay' for disrespecting flag | NFL | Sporting News

A Purple Evening: As Seen By Steve Smith Sr.
Dressed in their best purple, 4,500 Ravens fans flocked to M&T Bank Stadium last night for the team's sold out 10th annual women's event, A Purple Evening.

Odell Beckham Jr. 'not having fun anymore' as Giants offense struggles

After another frustrating New York Giants loss, Odell Beckham Jr. tells ESPN he isn't "having fun anymore."