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Fleur-de-Links, February 20: Marcus Davenport named most improved player, Sean Payton talks contracts, and big changes in 2020 NFL season on the way

Here are your daily New Orleans Saints and NFL links

New Orleans Saints v Atlanta Falcons Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images

New Orleans Saints:

Sean Payton talks contracts of both Drew Brees, Taysom Hill and Brees’ ‘big decision’ - NOLA

Sean Payton speaks on contract situations for Drew Brees and Taysom Hill, but does not expect any major complications in re-signing them.

‘I would love to play with Drew again’: Former BYU star Taysom Hill reacts to Saints QB’s decision to return - KSL

Just before Drew Brees’ big announcement, Taysom Hill said that he hoped Drew Brees re-signed.

Marcus Davenport named Saints’ most improved player of 2019 - Saints Wire/USA Today

Pro Football Focus named defensive end Marcus Davenport the Saints’ most improved player in 2019.

Saints Offseason Preview: Linebackers - Sports Illustrated

A look at the current linebackers that are under contract with the New Orleans Saints and the ones that are entering free agnecy.

NFL:

Report: Huge changes to NFL playoff format expected for 2020 season - Total Pro Sports

The NFL is reportedly looking the expand the playoffs from 6 teams per conference to 7 teams, meaning only the number #1 seed would receive a first round bye, and wild card weekend would host 6 games instead of 4.

Greg Robinson arrested for allegedly possessing 157 pounds of marijuana, could face up to 20 years in prison - CBS Sports

Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Greg Robinson reportedly arrested for possessing 157 pound of marijuana near the US/Mexico border.

NFL appears headed to 17-game season, playoff expansion as CBA talks continue to advance

The NFL also looks to expand the regular season from 16 games to 17.