Fleur-de-Links, May 24: First look of 2019 Saints at OTAs

Saints News:

Mark Ingram, and his energy, no longer around as OTAs start, but Saints know the show must go on | Saints | theadvocate.com
The music blared during the stretching portion of the Saints' organized team activities Thursday, just like it always does during practice.

Quick study Erik McCoy impressing the Saints before he puts on pads - nola.com
Saints OL coach Dan Roushar said of McCoy, "he’s very hungry to learn."

Saints news: Sean Payton discusses early impressions of Jared Cook
New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton discusses his early impressions of working with veteran tight end signing, Jared Cook.

Looking for RB depth, Saints work out three veteran rushers | Yardbarker.com
The Saints worked out some running backs on Thursday, including Fozzy Whittaker, Robert Kelley and Buck Allen, via Josh Katzenstein of the Times-Picayune. All three vets are looking for a spot on the roster to back up top rushers Alvin Kamara and Latavius

Transcript: Sean Payton OTA Media Availability 5-23-19
Saints head coach speaks to the media following Week 1 of OTA workouts

4 Saints absent from Thursday’s OTAs; Cameron Meredith still working with trainer - nola.com
Cameron Jordan and Larry Warford were among the players not at practice Thursday.

NFL News:

Adam Gase says Jets didn't overpay for Le'Veon Bell - NFL.com
Jets coach and interim GM Adam Gase met with the New York media on Thursday and addressed reports that he disagreed with how much his team spent on RB Le'Veon Bell.

NFL’s Aaron Rodgers trounced by Packers teammate in beer-chugging duel | Fox News
Aaron Rodgers may play for the NFL's Green Bay Packers, but some people can tell he’s not originally from Wisconsin.

NFL rumors: Pass rusher remains Giants’ most glaring need | Who are the best remaining free agents? - nj.com
The Giants could still have some work to do, if the goal is to improve one of the league's worst pass rushes.

Jags OC: 'Fournette needs to be a big part' of offense - NFL.com
Despite the struggles to stay healthy, the lack of production and the off-field scorning from management last year, the Jags plans on Leonard Fournette being a focal point on the offense in 2019.

Nick Bosa out with hamstring; Ward breaks collarbone - NFL.com
Niners defensive end Nick Bosa is dealing with a Grade 1 hamstring strain and will be held out of practice for the next few weeks while receiving treatment. Meanwhile, Jimmie Ward could be out for longer.

Tate on Manning to Jones: Kind of like Favre to Rodgers - NFL.com
Giants new receiver Golden Tate offered a great review of rookie QB Daniel Jones. He believes Jones learning behind Eli Manning will pay off in the long run.

Ex-Bucs DT Gerald McCoy visiting Browns on Friday - NFL.com
Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett believes the defense is in a good spot without Gerald McCoy, but that's not stopping the Browns from bringing in McCoy.

Ndamukong Suh's deal with Bucs worth up to $10M - NFL.com
The Bucs made it official on Thursday: Ndamukong Suh is coming to Tampa Bay. The team announced it has agreed to terms with the veteran defensive tackle. Suh can make up to $10M in 2019.

2019 NFL Free Agency: Buffalo Bills contract details for tight end Lee Smith - Buffalo Rumblings
We have final contract numbers.

Best draft-class WR by route, scheme fit with new NFL team | NFL Analysis | Pro Football Focus
As a part of our partnership with ESPN, Senior Content Manager Cam Mellor looks at the rookie receivers' best routes and how they fit with their new NFL team.

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