Fleur-de-Links, October 19: Michael Thomas says he will return next week

New Orleans Saints:

Sean Payton sends right message with Michael Thomas fine - Canal Street Chronicles

The Saints have fined Michael Thomas over $55,000 following the Chauncy Gardner-Johnson incident.

WATCH: Michael Thomas breaks big news in Cam Jordan ‘First Take’ interview cameo - Saints Wire

Michael Thomas made a surprise cameo in during Cameron Jordan’s “First Take” interview, announcing that he will be “back next week.” (Tweet below)

Saints fan confidence drops despite OT win over Chargers - Canal Street Chronicles

According to a recent SB Nation poll, fan confidence in the Saints has dropped to 64%, despite the team’s victory over the Chargers in week 5.

New Orleans Saints and Pelicans owner Gayle Benson victim of attempted car theft - ESPN

Gayle Benson was nearly the victim of successful car theft as she sat within in her car.

NFC South Standings, Week 6: Saints slip to No. 2 during bye - Saints Wire

The Saints have fallen to #2 in the NFC South following their week 6 bye.

Week 6 Rooting Guide: Who to cheer for on the Saints’ bye week - Canal Street Chronicles

A list of which teams the Saints fans should root for during the Saints’ bye week.

Saints mainstays Brees, Jordan, Morstead climbing higher in team record books - Saints Wire

Drew Brees, Thomas Morstead, and Cameron Jordan all rank highly in team records, with Drew Brees and Thomas Morstead nearing the top of names of players who have played the most games as Saints and Cameron Jordan is gaining ground in the all-time sacks record.