Fleur-de-Links, July 13: Discussion on the potential of a 2020 season reigns and Madden releases Tommy Stevens’ rating

NFL:

As NFL season rapidly approaches, NFL showing no urgency to deal with COVID-19 - Canal Street Chronicles

As the number of COVID-19 cases continue to rise, the NFL has yet to answer questions regarding the regular season, including if the regular season will even happen.

CSC Podcast: Dr. Rasmussen on Covid-19 and the Saints season - Canal Street Chronicles

Dr. Angela Rasmussen, Associate Research Scientist at Colombia University, joins Canal Street Chronicle’s Brenden Ertle for a discussion on the potential of a 2020 NFL season.

New Orleans Saints:

Officially licensed Saints face coverings available - Canal Street Chronicles

Officially licensed Saints face coverings are available for the first time, with partial proceeds from the sales going to the CDC Foundation.

Saints season ticket holders opt out of 2020 ahead of much uncertainty - FOX 8

Saints season ticket holders have been sent a form with the option to opt out of 2020 season tickets, either getting fully refunded or postponing their season tickets for a later season.

Saints rookie QB Tommy Stevens’s Madden rating released - Canal Street Chronicles

Tommy Stevens’ Madden rating is a 54, making him tied for the fourth-lowest overall rating for rookie quaterbacks.

Inside the Saints’ potent offense: How New Orleans built enviable depth at every position - NOLA

A look at the depth in every position in the New Orleans Saints offense.

Cesar Ruiz already impressing Saints offensive line coach - 24/7 Sports

Cesar Ruiz continues to impress Saints coaches, with offensive line coach Dan Roushar saying he is “impressed with [Ruiz’s] ability to absorb the information.”