Fleur-de-Links, September 3: ESPN, Peter King have Saints making Super Bowl appearance

Saints News:

After difficult decisions, Saints coach Sean Payton discusses 53-man roster | Saints | nola.com
One topic of discussion: why the Saints only kept two tight ends.

NFL: New Orleans Saints fans still fight NFL over blown call
These long-time fans of the New Orleans Saints will not move on from the blown pass interference call that likely cost the team Super Bowl appearance.

The Saints’ petty party is starting early this season - Bleeding Green Nation
Well, sure.

Chiefs News: Peter King forsees the Chiefs to beat the Saints in the Super Bowl - Arrowhead Pride
Chiefs headlines for Monday, September 2

New Orleans Saints roster still can be tweaked, upgraded during early part of season
Coach Sean Payton said

New Orleans Saints 2019 season preview - Super Bowl or bust?
The Saints' playoff window is wide-open, but for how much longer? Here's everything you need to know about the Saints heading into the 2019 season.

Dolphins agree to trade LB Kiko Alonso to Saints - NFL.com
The Miami Dolphins have agreed to ship linebacker Kiko Alonso to the New Orleans Saints a day after the cutdown deadline.

NFL News:

Cowboys, La'el Collins agree to five-year extension - NFL.com
The Cowboys and offensive tackle La'el Collins have agreed to a five-year contract extension, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reports. Collins signed with the club in 2015 as an undrafted free agent.

Chargers' Anthony Lynn done discussing Melvin Gordon - NFL.com
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn is tired of discussing Melvin Gordon's holdout and would rather focus on his team's first opponent, the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.

Texans' Bill O'Brien: WR Kenny Stills adds versatility - NFL.com
Perhaps overlooked in the Houston Texans' recent trades is Kenny Stills, who could play a vital role with his ability as a field stretcher and being able to line up all over the formation.

Clowney wants to be part of something great in Seattle - NFL.com
Jadeveon Clowney showed up to Seattle in pads, wearing a white No. 91 jersey, and partook in practice alongside former Texans teammate Duane Brown and new battery mate Ezekiel Ansah.

Colts hand Jacoby Brissett two-year, $30M contract - NFL.com
Just two weeks ago, the Colts were fully invested in Andrew Luck as their franchise quarterback. Now, they're investing in a future without him. Indy agreed with Jacoby Brissett on a two-year deal.

Gruden: Redskins offense will 'go through' Guice - NFL.com
Washington Redskins coach Jay Gruden said Monday that he expects the offense to flow through running back Derrius Guice over Adrian Peterson in 2019; Peterson rushed for over 1,000 yards a year ago.

Vikings sign Josh Doctson days after cutting Treadwell - NFL.com
Days after cutting receiver Laquon Treadwell after three seasons with the club, the Vikings are signed former Redskins pass-catcher Josh Doctson to a one-year deal.

Bill O’Brien, Texans’ plan: Is it even worth it in NFL? | SI.com
Given the fickleness of maintaining an NFL roster, what even goes into building and following a ‘plan’ in the NFL?

Ezekiel Elliott, Cowboys will get a deal soon, more NFL notes | SI.com
Also, takeaways from the latest transactions (Doctson to the Vikings, Hoyer to the Colts, DeValve to the Jaguars), who to watch in tonight’s Notre Dame-Louisville game and more.

The Patriots have the oldest 53-man roster in the NFL right now - Pats Pulpit
Related: Instant reaction to the Patriots’ initial 53-man roster

After difficult decisions, Saints coach Sean Payton discusses 53-man roster | Saints | nola.com
One topic of discussion: why the Saints only kept two tight ends.

NFL: New Orleans Saints fans still fight NFL over blown call
These long-time fans of the New Orleans Saints will not move on from the blown pass interference call that likely cost the team Super Bowl appearance.

The Saints’ petty party is starting early this season - Bleeding Green Nation
Well, sure.

Chiefs News: Peter King forsees the Chiefs to beat the Saints in the Super Bowl - Arrowhead Pride
Chiefs headlines for Monday, September 2

New Orleans Saints roster still can be tweaked, upgraded during early part of season
Coach Sean Payton said

New Orleans Saints 2019 season preview - Super Bowl or bust?
The Saints' playoff window is wide-open, but for how much longer? Here's everything you need to know about the Saints heading into the 2019 season.

Khalil Mack: 'So. (Bleeping). Ready.' for season to start - NFL.com
Week 1 is here and Chicago Bears pass rusher Khalil Mack is eager for the regular season to start. Mack sat out the entire preseason and is ready to take the field.

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