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<p>This is your one-stop shop for all the postgame coverage of the New Orleans Saints' 28-13 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football yesterday.</p> <p><span>Eagles vs Saints coverage</span></p>
<p><span>Eagles vs Saints box score</span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.bleedinggreennation.com/">Bleeding Green Nation</a></p>
<p><a href="http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=321105018">Philadelphia Eagles 13 New Orleans Saints 28 | ESPN.com</a><br>ESPN GAMEHQ: Recap, final statistics, drive charts, play-by-play, photos, etc.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012110500/2012/REG9/eagles@saints#menu=gameinfo&tab=recap">Philadelphia Eagles 13, New Orleans Saints 28 | NFL.com</a><br>NFL GameCenter. Watch video of the game, buy tickets, get stats & depth charts, game highlights, analysis, recap, and discuss with other NFL fans!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.neworleanssaints.com/news-and-events/article-1/New-Orleans-Saints-Defeat-the-Philadelphia-Eagles-28-13-on-Monday-Night-Football-/1c684a65-aeb6-493b-92da-ca41f444acaa">New Orleans Saints Defeat the Philadelphia Eagles, 28-13, on Monday Night Football | neworleanssaints.com</a><br>Brees goes 21-27 for 239 yards and two touchdowns in the win.</p>
<p><a href="http://sportsnola.com/sports/saints/saints-news/589496-saints-handle-struggling-eagles-28-13.html">Saints handle struggling Eagles, 28-13 | sportsnola.com</a><br><span>Drew Brees</span> threw for 239 yards and a pair of scores on Monday night, as the New Orleans Saints held off the sputtering <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/">Philadelphia Eagles</a>, 28-13, at Mercedes-Benz Superdome.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_play_their.html#incart_river">New Orleans Saints play complete game, pound Philadelphia Eagles 28-13 | NOLA.com</a><br>Larry Holder - <span>Patrick Robinson's</span> 99-yard interception return for TD turns game in Saints favor.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.neworleanssaints.com/news-and-events/article-1/New-Orleans-Saints-vs-Philadelphia-Eagles-Postgame-Notes/45f7a032-0840-4607-841b-b8099262398c">New Orleans Saints vs. Philadelphia Eagles Postgame Notes | neworleanssaints.com</a><br>QB Drew Brees extended his streak of consecutive games with a touchdown pass to 51.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.neworleanssaints.com/media-center/photo-gallery/Saints-vs-Eagles/38b5e288-7028-4a28-b66e-00694a057442">Saints vs Eagles Photo Gallery | neworleanssaints.com</a><br>Michael C. Hebert</p>
<p><a href="http://photos.nola.com/4500/gallery/pregame_new_orleans_saints_vs_philadelphia_eagles/index.html">Eagles @ Saints Photos | NOLA.com</a><br>Gallery: PREGAME</p>
<p><a href="http://photos.nola.com/4500/gallery/new_orleans_saints_vs_philadelphia_eagles_monday_night_football_2012/index.html">Eagles @ Saints Photos | NOLA.com </a></p>
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<h3>From the <a href="https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Saints</a> Sideline</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_find_their_1.html#incart_river">New Orleans Saints find their swagger again in classic prime-time performance: First take | NOLA.com</a><br>Mike Triplett - Saints were aggressive on offense and defense in 28-13 victory over Philadelphia Eagles.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_tailback_de_1.html#incart_river">New Orleans Saints tailback debate remains unsettled after Chris Ivory, Mark Ingram both break out | NOLA.com</a><br>Saints columnist Mike Triplett offers 10 more observations from the Saints' 28-13 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.</p>
<p><a href="http://theadvocate.com/sports/saints/4338144-123/new-orleans-saints-find-run">New Orleans Saints find run game in win over Philadelphia Eagles | The Advocate</a><br>Brian Allee-Walsh - A bad break unwittingly provided a helping hand to a broken down New Orleans Saints running game Monday night against the Philadelphia Eagles.</p>
<p><a href="http://theadvocate.com/sports/saints/4338115-123/saints-utilize-depth-at-running">Saints utilize depth at running back | The Advocate </a><br>Sheldon Mickles - With running back <span>Darren Sproles</span> out with a broken left hand, the New Orleans Saints were forced to go deep into their stable of halfbacks for Monday night’s game with the Philadelphia Eagles.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.wwltv.com/sports/black-and-gold/NFL--New-Orleans-Saints-hold-on-beatPhiladelphia-Eagles-28-13-Nov52012-177411991.html">Saints defend the dome, hold on to beat Eagles 28-13 | wwltv.com </a><br>Bradley Handwerger - Heading into Monday night, it was hard to tell whether New Orleans or Philadelphia was the more embattled team.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/duncan_column.html">New Orleans Saints, fans have fun in 28-13 romp over Philadelphia Eagles | NOLA.com</a><br>Jeff Duncan - Team puts Sean Payton distraction aside for a night.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.wwltv.com/sports/black-and-gold/NFL--Bradley-Handwerger-New-Orleans-Saints-defense-Steve-Spagnuolo-Philadelphia-Eagles-Nov52012-177418231.html">Handwerger: Far from perfect but enough to build on, Saints defense comes through | wwltv.com</a><br>There was no grand speech. No giant gesture. Nothing to signify that times and effort needed to change. Saints first-year defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo did none of that.</p>
<p><a href="http://theadvocate.com/sports/saints/4337992-123/time-to-hit-the-sack">Time to hit the sack | The Advocate </a><br>Sheldon Mickles - Statistically, the beleaguered New Orleans Saints defense couldn’t possibly slip any lower in the NFL rankings going into Monday night’s game with the Philadelphia Eagles.</p>
<p><a href="http://theadvocate.com/sports/saints/4342975-123/patrick-robinson-saints-defense-make">Patrick Robinson, Saints defense make big plays | The Advocate </a><br>Ted Lewis - Rumors of Patrick Robinson’s demotion, it seems, were premature.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_defensive_l_8.html#incart_river">Saints - Eagles game recap: How the Saints won the game NOLA.com</a><br>James Varney - Defensive line applied great pressure, finished with seven sacks.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_give_up_big.html#incart_river">Saints-Eagles game recap: Did you see? | NOLA.com</a><br>James Varney - The Eagles get big gains early against the Saints.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_rushing_att.html#incart_river">Saints-Eagles game recap: Did you also see? | NOLA.com</a><br>James Varney - The Saints' running backs break out against Eagles.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/philadelphia_eagles_michael_vi.html#incart_river">Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick's struggles continued against Saints | NOLA.com</a><br>Terrance Harris - Vick was sacked seven times and the Eagles offense was 0 for 5 in the red zone.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_quarterback_153.html#incart_river">Drew Brees doesn't need a 300-yard night to keep moving up in record books | NOLA.com</a><br>Katherine Terrell - Wide receiver <span>Marques Colston</span> moves into No. 2 for touchdowns in franchise history.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_set_positiv.html#incart_river">For the New Orleans Saints defense, there's good news and bad news from the record books | NOLA.com</a><br>Katherine Terrell - Saints are still on pace to allow the most yards in NFL history.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_are_at_thei.html#incart_river">New Orleans Saints are at their best on 'Monday Night Football' | NOLA.com</a><br>Katherine Terrell - Saints now have an eight-game win streak on Monday Night football.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/game_balls_for_the_new_orleans_2.html#incart_river">Game balls for the New Orleans Saints victory over the Philadelphia Eagles | NOLA.com</a><br>James O'Byrne - On the eve of the national election, the game between the New Orleans Saints and the Philadelphia Eagles was considered a tossup between two struggling -- some would say reeling -- teams.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints-philadelphi.html#incart_river">New Orleans Saints-Philadelphia Eagles: Grading the offense | NOLA.com</a><br>Doug Tatum - Three fleur de lis out of four.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints-philadelphi_1.html#incart_river">New Orleans Saints-Philadelphia Eagles: Grading the defense | NOLA.com</a><br>Doug Tatum - Three fleur de lis out of four.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints-philadelphi_2.html#incart_river">New Orleans Saints-Philadelphia Eagles: Grading the special teams | NOLA.com</a><br>Doug Tatum - 1.5 fleur de lis out of four.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints-philadelphi_3.html#incart_river">New Orleans Saints-Philadelphia Eagles: Grading the coaching | NOLA.com</a><br>Doug Tatum - Three fleur de lis out of four.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_players_cau.html">New Orleans Saints players caught off guard by news of Sean Payton's contract status | NOLA.com</a><br>Nakia Hogan - Brees 'absolutely' believes Payton will return to Saints.</p>
<p><a href="http://espn.go.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/66258/rapid-reaction-saints-28-eagles-13">Rapid Reaction: Saints 28, Eagles 13 - NFL Nation Blog | ESPN.com</a><br>Ashley Fox - Some quick thoughts on New Orleans Saints' 28-13 win over the Philadelphia Eagles on "Monday Night Football."</p>
<p><a href="http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/41389/halftime-thoughts-on-saints-and-eagles">Halftime thoughts on Saints and Eagles - NFC South Blog | ESPN.com</a><br>Pat Y. - There’s a very strange game going on in New Orleans and I’m not just saying that because the Saints, who have struggled most of the season, are leading the Philadelphia Eagles, 21-3, at halftime.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.thesaintsnation.com/2012-articles/november/saints-nation-saints-sack-eagles-28-13.html">Saints Sack Eagles 28-13 | thesaintsnation.com</a><br>Andrew Juge - For once this season the Saints got an incredibly impressive team effort that resulted in a much deserved 28-13 win.</p>
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<h3>Gleason Goes To Hospital But Is OK/Gleason Gras</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/former_new_orleans_saint_steve.html#incart_river">Former New Orleans Saint Steve Gleason taken to hospital from Saints game on Monday Night | NOLA.com</a><br>Katherine Terrell - Gleason currently "alert and resting" at hospital.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.wwltv.com/sports/black-and-gold/Gleason-transported-to-hospital-alert-and-responsive-177410111.html">Gleason transported to hospital; alert and responsive | wwltv.com</a><br>Bradley Handwerger - The New Orleans Saints have announced that <span>Steve Gleason</span> was taken to the hospital from the Superdome during the Monday Night Football against the Philadelphia Eagles.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.wwltv.com/sports/black-and-gold/videos/Hundreds-raise-money-for-ALS-research-at-Gleason-Gras-177198131.html">Hundreds raise money for ALS research at Gleason Gras | wwltv.com</a><br>Monica Hernandez - (Includes video.) Despite rain Sunday, hundreds came to Champions Square for the second annual Gleason Gras, aimed at raising awareness and money for ALS through Team Gleason.</p>
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<h3>Eagle-Eye View</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121106_PREY_FOR_THEM_Saints_take_advantage_of_free-falling_Eagles.html">Saints take advantage of free-falling Eagles | philly.com</a><br>Les Bowen - Anything can happen now.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121105_Eagles_Saints_Report_Card.html">Eagles-Saints Report Card | philly.com</a><br>Here is Paul Domowitch's report card from the Eagles' loss against the Saints.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/Eagles-Saints-Up-Down-Drill.html">Eagles-Saints Up-Down Drill | philly.com</a><br>Jeff McLane - The highs and many lows from the Eagles' 28-13 loss to the Saints on Monday night.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121106_Paul_Domowitch__Saints_run_over_Eagles___D_.html">Paul Domowitch: Saints run over Eagles' defense</a><br>You knew Drew Brees was going to be a problem for the Eagles' defense Monday night.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121106_Michael_Vick_and_Brent_Celek_share_blame_on_pick_six.html">Michael Vick and Brent Celek share blame on pick six | philly.com</a><br>Jeff McLans and Zach Berman - Here are some observations and ruminations about the Eagles-Saints game.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/Saints_Sims_just_one_of_the_poor_tacklers.html">Eagles' Sims just one of the poor tacklers | philly.com</a><br>Frank Seravalli - Wandering around the Superdome turf like a well-hydrated straggler on Bourbon Street, Eagles safety <span>David Sims</span>' first professional performance at the position on Monday night perfectly encapsulated the Eagles' Bayou Beatdown.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121106_Eagles_Notes___Eagles_tackle_Todd_Herremans_leaves_game_with_injury.html">Eagles Notes: Eagles tackle Todd Herremans leaves game with injury | philly.com</a><br>Zach Berman - <span>Todd Herremans</span> left Monday night's game against the Saints in the second quarter with an injury in the area of his right ankle.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121105_Vick_is_uninspiring_and_unlucky_in_loss.html">Vick is uninspiring and unlucky in loss | philly.com</a><br>Bob Ford - <span>Michael Vick</span> said this would be the week he regained his "swag" on the football field, and found the brashness, not to mention the production, that had been missing from his game.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121106_Brother__Trade_Mike.html">Vick's brother: Trade Mike | philly.com</a><br>THE EAGLES' offensive-line struggles have been well documented this season.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/177417111.html">Decision to fire Castillo a "miscalculation" | philly.com</a><br>It may sound like an obvious statement after the last two games, but the Eagles' decision to fire Juan Castillo over the bye week was labeled as a "miscalculation" by one of the team's decision-makers following a 28-13 loss to the Saints on Monday night.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121106_Marcus_Hayes__That_song_you_hear_is_the_Eagles__funeral_dirge.html">That song you hear is the Eagles' funeral dirge | philly.com</a><br>Marcus Hayes - When the Saints scored a touchdown, which was often, the 77,099 bopped and bobbed en masse to the funkiest celebration song in the history of the NFL.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/177413511.html">Inside the Eagles: Poor draft decisions on lines weakened Eagles | philly.com</a><br>Jeff McLane - If you want to find the source for the Eagles' below-par play on both lines, start with the draft - or start with the men who run the draft.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121106_Rich_Hofmann__No_passing_thought.html">Rich Hofmann: When would a quarterback change make sense for Eagles? | philly.com</a><br>We watched the sideline at the start of the second half for any clues. Michael Vick warmed up, <span>Nick Foles</span> warmed up, and it all seemed the same as always.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/article-1/Missed-Chances-In-Red-Zone-Costly/e942c934-ac04-439c-b5bd-6d35777fdcbd">Missed Chances In Red Zone Costly | philadelphiaeagles.com</a><br>Dave Spadaro - On the verge of scoring a touchdown and taking a lead early on Monday night against the Saints, the Eagles made the kind of mistake that has plagued them for two years now, and one that turned the game against New Orleans around in a hurry.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/article-1/Specials-Teams-Inches-From-Big-Play/bc20994e-f2e7-46d4-bea7-8078a74f36c0">Specials Teams Inches From Big Play | philadelphiaeagles.com</a><br>Bo Wulf - That it was the absolutely perfect play call only makes the heartbreak of Brandon Boykin's illegal forward pass hurt more.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/multimedia/photo-gallery/Eagles-vs-Saints/bfc09fdb-137e-4ada-9233-2ad09bde5f38">Eagles vs. Saints Photo Gallery | philadelphiaeagles.com</a></p>
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<h3>Postgame Quotes</h3>
<p><i>from neworleanssaints.com</i></p>
<p><b>SAINTS ASSISTANT HEAD COACH/LINEBACKERS JOE VITT</b></p>
<p>"The offense got the running game going. I was proud of our football team to be able to be improve on some things we really worked on and emphasized this week. Make no mistake, we've got a long way to go. We've got to tackle better defensively, and we'll continue to work on that. The red zone defense, the pressure ... was very encouraging.</p>
<p>"Spags (Steve Spagnuolo) and our players have worked very, very hard from day one. This is a credit to their work ethics and the way they've stuck together.</p>
<p>"Offensively, we were able to get this running game going. We shuffled our backs in and out. We made plays down the field when we had to. I thought our offensive line, for the most part, protected well against a Philadelphia Eagles defensive line that is known for penetration and pressure."</p>
<p><b>(on the running game) </b>"I think we had some set plays that we felt good about. We went back to doing some of the things we've always done around here by formation, people and shuffling our backs in and out. I thought the offensive line did a good job with their pad level. We tried to keep them off balance with our cadence. We have a lot of work of do, but certainly it was encouraging."</p>
<p>"We take one game at a time. We had some improvement tonight, which was encouraging. (I'm) happy and proud of the coaching staff and our players for their work habits, commitment and togetherness, but we start all over again tomorrow with our next opponent. We'll see. It's a work in progress. I've said this a million times - every week takes on a life of its own. We've got to worry about matchups, who's healthy and who's dinged and the opponent you're playing. We're going to go back to work tonight - we've got a short week - and get ready for our next opponent, Atlanta."</p>
<p><b>(on Patrick Robinson's interception)</b> "That was a big play. That was a 14-point swing - the seven we got and the seven they didn't. We've made plays before in the red zone, we work awful hard in the red zone and coaches prepare our players to play well in the red zone. I think our players are really starting to get some confidence in the way Spags wants this defense to be played in the red zone. It was great."</p>
<p><b>(on pass rush) </b>"I thought we had a good rush plan all week long. Michael (Vick) has taken some big hits this year. I don't know that his escapability, maybe because of some of the hits he took, was as good as it was four or five years ago. We had a good rush plan. We kept our people fresh. We had a good week of practice. When you prepare well, it gives you a chance to compete well."</p>
<p><b>(on use of timeouts)</b> "I have a long way to go. I've need to get better. We were able to take some time outs in the first half to get the ball back to the offense - I think there was 43 seconds left. We took some shots down the field and it didn't work out, but at least we put the offense in a position to get some points. I think the game kind of dictated there wasn't going to be a lot of critical time management down the stretch. I've got to get better everyday."</p>
<p><b>(on <span>Chris Ivory</span>) </b>"Chris is a powerful back. He runs with a good pad level. He's one of those unique backs that can make the first guy miss or he can run over him. He's grown as a back. He's more secure in the offense. Obviously, we trust him as a back; we like Chris. It was exciting to see him run well."</p>
<p><b>(on the report about Sean Payton's contract)</b> "I haven't seen the report or heard the report. I've heard the people, second-hand, tell the report to me. Seventy-five percent of things that are reported aren't true anyway, so I don't want to have any comment. This team loves Sean, and Sean loves this team. This city loves Sean, and Sean loves this city. I think that's a tough combination to beat."</p>
<p><b>(on allowing 400 total yards)</b> "I don't understand about total yards. Points against, red zone defense, turnovers and pressure on the quarterback (are the statistics that matter most). We were able to get that accomplished. I am fully aware that they had some big plays called back. That's the fun of coaching - to try to improve and get better every week. Total yards - those are stats. When we won the Super Bowl, we were 26th in the league in total defense. We forced turnovers, gave good field position to the offense. Stats are what they are."</p>
<p><b>(on offensive tempo) </b>"It was something that was an emphasis this week. Our offense works very hard on tempo. We were better this week. Our guys are professionals. When you tell them what a key to victory is, they work hard on it and it carried over into the game. We had good tempo. We were in and out, up and down, on and off. Personnel groupings were on and off the field. The tempo in and out of the huddle, the motions, the shifts, we got better. We got a long way to go."</p>
<p><b>(on red zone defense)</b> "If you hold them out, the advantage is to the defense. If they score, the advantage is to the offense. We held them out, so I would think that advantage won."</p>
<p><b>QB #9 DREW BREES</b></p>
<p>"I thought the tempo was good. I thought the balance was good. I thought we made some plays in both the run and pass game, really sustained drives, great on third down, good when we got in the red zone. Today was very efficient. We really didn't run that many plays, surprisingly. I think it was 52 plays, which is kind of on the low side for us, but that's because their offense was doing a good job of handling the football. Our defense did a phenomenal job of keeping them out of the end zone and getting two key turnovers at critical times."</p>
<p>"I actually believe they'll be back, but I think I know as much about it as you do.</p>
<p><b>(on offensive line)</b> "I trust those guys with my life, literally. They did a phenomenal job today, both in the run game and the pass game. At times, we had to hold up for a long time to let routes work down the field, and they allowed that to happen. We were able to make a few big plays. A lot of credit goes to the O-line tonight."</p>
<p>"Tonight was fun. When you're moving the ball offensively, when you're scoring points, when you're rallying around your defense when they make a big play - that interception return, almost 100 yards, that's a 14-point swing. That's a huge, huge play in the game, especially at the start of the game, when you're trying to build some confidence and get rolling, that's a great way to do it."</p>
<p><b>(on running backs)</b> "Those guys did a great job. When given the opportunity, they made the most of it. We've got a stable of backs - a good problem to have. A lot of guys, the ball can only get touched so many times. You try to find ways to balance it out among all the guys we have on offense. In the end, we've got a great group of guys and there's no selfish guys. Everybody knows their opportunities will come. Everybody knows that on any given Sunday, any given game, we're going to feed it to the hot hand. There's times when one of those guys is going to get 15-20 carries a game, other games it might be another guy catching the ball 15 times like (Darren) Sproles did this year. They never know, but they know to be ready."</p>
<p><b>(on goals)</b> "Let's see if we can win eight straight to finish the season. That'd be a good goal. Obviously, the position we're in right now, it's never more important than one foot in front of the other, one game at a time and just thinking about the next opponent on a short week. Atlanta comes in here undefeated, a very good football team, a divisional rival. This would be a huge victory for us and a great way to continue this run."</p>
<p><b>(on <span>Pierre Thomas</span>)</b> "He's the most tenured guy in that room as far as being with the Saints. Pierre's been here a long time. Pierre's traveled the hard road, too. Pierre came in as an undrafted free agent, really had no chance of making the team when we came in and yet he'd always show up and we knew what to expect out of him. He grinded it out on special teams and before you know it, he started the last game of that '07 season (at Chicago) and rushed for 100 (yards) and had over 100 receiving as well. He established himself through hard work and perseverance as a mainstay in that backfield. Chris Ivory has a chance to do that. <span>Travaris Cadet</span> has a chance to do that. They're both undrafted free agents as well. Having a model like that, the way Pierre conducts himself as a pro and the road he's traveled."</p>
<p><b>(on <span>Jimmy Graham</span>)</b> "I don't want to embarrass him, but I love Jimmy and trust him completely. He's the big man, he's the matchup. (There's) never a time where I feel like he's not going to make the play for us, for the team, to keep the drive going, catch a ball in the end zone, make the big play, whatever it is. I love his fire, passion and drive. He's young, so we've got to keep him humble and keep him thinking about getting better each day. I love having him on my team."</p>
<p><b>(on defensive performance) </b>"That was huge. The most important stat at the end of the day is points. A lot of things happen in between that - there's yards, there's third-down conversions, there's red-zone efficiency, turnovers and all that. In the end, it doesn't matter if they put up 500 yards of offense, if you can take it away twice, you can return one for a touchdown, you can keep them out of the end zone when they're inside the 10-yard line after we fumble a kickoff. The defense came up with some big plays tonight, huge plays. Hold a team to 13 points, we're going to win a lot of games.</p>
<p><b>(on this team) </b>"We got the right type of guys. We're really a veteran group. Every year, it's about coming together and finding your identity. You need some good things to happen to build confidence. There's these defining moments throughout a season - big plays, big wins, team efforts, individual play, whatever it might be that kind of brings you together and lets you see a vision of what you can be, what you can accomplish. Here we are at the midway point. It's gone by fast. We've played well at times. I feel like it hasn't always been as consistent as we would like, but with the exception of last week in Denver, I truly believe we've gotten a little bit better each week, culminating in this victory tonight. This was a great team win. Offensively, I felt like we were very efficient with the opportunities we were given. Defense came up with some huge plays against a very explosive Eagles offense. This is the type of momentum we want going into the second half of the season."</p>
<p>DE #<b>94 CAMERON JORDAN</b></p>
<p><b>(on the play of the defensive line) </b>"We saw earlier in the week on film that they were giving up a lot of sacks and letting Michael Vick get hit a lot. We're glad that the defensive line got together and capitalized on that. It's all about the defensive line getting after it."</p>
<p><b>(on his sack-forced fumble)</b> "I liked it. We just seized the opportunities that were presented to us."</p>
<p><b>DE #91 WILL SMITH</b></p>
<p><b>(on if the defense played with more intensity tonight)</b> "I think so. The sense of urgency is high. We're climbing up a mountain and we've got to keep fighting. We know we didn't play well last week, so we wanted to come out and have a better performance."</p>
<p><b>(on the pass rush)</b> "We think we had a good pass rush on the defensive line. The problem is we never got into a situation the last couple of weeks to really rush the passer. We gave up a lot of yards rushing and teams were able to control us. Today, they got a couple of big runs here and there, but we were able to contain them."</p>
<p><b>RB #23 PIERRE THOMAS</b></p>
<p><b>(on the running game)</b> "In the beginning, I told the guys that we needed to set the tone. We knew going into the game that we were going to use Mark (Ingram) and Chris (Ivory) a lot tonight. I told them that it was going to start with them. I told them to set the tone early and the team will rally behind that. I told them to go out there and run hard."</p>
<p><b>(on tonight's performance giving the running game confidence) </b>"It will give us a lot of confidence. It shows us that we can run the ball no matter what. We can run the ball as a group. We just have to go out there and establish it. The offensive line did a heck of a job of opening up holes. The receivers did a great job of blocking down field. We all came together and worked as a team. Everything out there was smooth."</p>
<p><b>S #27 MALCOLM JENKINS</b></p>
<p><b>(on the red zone defense)</b> "I thought we gave up some big plays, but we played together once we got to the red zone. We played fast. We held them to field goals or no points. It was great from a momentum standpoint. We played well tonight in the red zone and have been playing better there the last couple of weeks."</p>
<p><b>TE #80 JIMMY GRAHAM</b></p>
<p><b>(on his play tonight) </b>"I definitely think tonight was a step forward for me. I've been trying to get off this ankle for three or four weeks now. I finally got push tonight. I've been rehabbing it every day. I'm going to keep taking those steps forward. We've got Atlanta next week on a short week, so I've got to get in the treatment room and get ready for next week."</p>
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<p><b>EAGLES HEAD COACH ANDY REID</b></p>
<p>"There are several problems to the game when you are 0-5 in the red zone, you have seven sacks and your tackling is terrible, you are going to struggle to win football games in this league. As coaches and as players, we obviously have to do a better job and that starts with me."</p>
<p><b>(on the tackling of the defense not improving with new personnel)</b> "Well, we have to tackle. That is what you have to do. When you are put in the position to tackle, you have to get the guy down. We have to analyze if the guys are in the position to make the tackle or are they out of position? When you are put in the position to make the tackle, that's what you do."</p>
<p>(on the first interception) "The ball got tipped. I thought there was a fairly aggressive play on the tight end, it was questionable, but you have to make the plays. I felt like he was restricted a bit to get to the ball."</p>
<p><b>(at 3-5, what can you do as a head coach to get back in it) </b>"You stick with your fundamentals, your basics and you keep practicing. Practice harder. You correct the mistakes. These are correctable mistakes. We have to do better than that."</p>
<p><b>(on the same mistakes not being corrected week in and week out)</b> "In the red zone, those are not the same mistakes. We are not scoring there and you have to make sure that you score there. With the tackling, we've had a couple weeks here where we haven't been tackling well and we need to make sure that we get back to doing that better."</p>
<p><b>(on if he is concerned his players are not responding right now)</b> "If I saw they weren't playing hard, I'd question it, but I think they played hard."</p>
<p><b>(on the offensive line struggling) </b>"The guys need to keep working at it and get better. With some of those sacks you can look at coverage, and with some you can look at play calling, but we have to do better. The bottom line is we have to block the guys and do a better job."</p>
<p><b>QB #7 MICHAEL VICK</b></p>
<p>"We are out there, fighting as hard as we can, giving it everything we got. I love each and every guy in that locker room. And if I could make every play right I would. And I know they would do the same."</p>
<p>"We had so many opportunities in the red zone and we just didn't capitalize. And that's tough. We worked on the red zone all week and when you get down there you've got to score points."</p>
<p><b>(on interception return for TD by Saints)</b> "No, that wasn't an audible. It was an all out blitz by them and I actually thought we were going to get a holding call. But we didn't get the holding call and it was a tipped ball and it turned out to be a turnover in the red zone, and that's not good."</p>
<p>"It's very frustrating. We are coming out and playing games against teams we have opportunities to win (against). But when you get that chance everything has to come together. You have to be dead on and capitalize and you can't miss. You almost have to be perfect on every drive. It's very frustrating but you have to keep pushing forward."</p>
<p>"I am out there as a competitor trying to win. And I know I can do a better job in getting the ball out quicker. As the quarterback of this football team I take full responsibility. And you have to take advantage of every opportunity, and that means scoring points. Especially in this league, playing against a player like Drew Brees; he's one of the best players in the league."</p>
<p>"We try and go out and play every game for all of us - as players and for our coaches. As an organization we are not thinking about the situation at hand. When you step out on that field you are playing for one another. It's difficult at times but you've got to keep the course. It is what it is. We've got to keep our heads up high. We've just got to get wins. I care about this football team, and when you don't get wins its going to be rough. But to turn things around we have to win."</p>
<p>"I don't think it's too late, even at 3-5. We've just got to get better in all phases of the game. We've got to get better on offense, on defense, on special teams. We've got to block better, tackle better - everything you guys saw out there we've got to do better."</p>
<p><b>WR #18 JEREMY MACLIN</b></p>
<p>"I don't care what other people say because I'm a Coach (Andy) Reid guy. I love Coach Reid to death and I'm behind him 100 percent. We've just got to work through this - as a team and in practice. And whatever happens upstairs is way out of our control. All we can control is what's going on the field. And that means we have to play a lot better."</p>
<p>"We just didn't get it done in the red zone tonight. We had those two turnovers in the third quarter to make it a one possession game. But we just didn't convert. And you can't do that - especially playing in another team's stadium, in front of a hostile crowd."</p>
<p><b>RB #25 LeSEAN McCOY</b></p>
<p>"I just feel bad for the entire team: our quarterback, coach - everybody. If I had the answer about how to fix how we're playing, we would have won tonight."</p>
<p>"There were a lot of small things that added up out there that caused us to lose. Yes we were running the ball great, but then we got into the red zone and couldn't score. I know what you guys are asking. But it's not all Coach Reid's fault. All he (Reid) can do is put us in the right position to make the plays. And then it's up to us to execute the plays and compete. Right now we're just not getting it done."</p>
<p><b>WR #10 DeSEAN JACKSON</b></p>
<p><b>(on 77-yard touchdown catch)</b> "They actually blitzed on that play, and Michael (Vick) threw it up there and let me catch it on the run. And that freed me up a little bit to make a play. And it was a big play for us at the time."</p>
<p>"It's really frustrating to gain 400 plus yards and lose by the score we did. I mean if we gain that much we should score at least 30 points. There are a lot of things going on, but we aren't pointing fingers at anyone. We've just got to find a way to get through this. All I can do is keep the energy up, working hard in practice and trying to convince everyone to keep fighting."</p>
<p>"Our team is too talented to play like this. And we can't keep sitting around worrying about changes. It all starts this week in practice. We're having great practices and preparing the right way, but it's just not translating onto the field."</p>
<h3>____________________________________</h3>
<h3>V-Roll Roll Call</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.neworleanssaints.com/media-center/videos/Saints-vs-Eagles-Highlights/9622b6bc-4ea1-4aad-b077-1e8f2217e141">Video: Saints vs. Eagles Highlights | neworleanssaints.com</a><br>NFL Network highlights package.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.neworleanssaints.com/media-center/videos/Joe-Vitts-Postgame-Press-Conference-11512/343d1688-a166-4c19-a54b-b390c51f4ea2">Video: Joe Vitt's Postgame Press Conference | neworleanssaints.com</a><br>Assistant Head Coach/Linebackers Coach Joe Vitt speaks with reporters after the Saints-Eagles game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Monday, November 5, 2012.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.neworleanssaints.com/media-center/videos/Drew-Brees-Postgame-Press-Conference-11512/d6ba41b4-ab6f-4c34-a17b-53d04971d078">Video: Drew Brees' Postgame Press Conference | neworleanssaints.com</a><br>QB Drew Brees speaks with reporters after the Saints-Eagles game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Monday, November 5, 2012.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.neworleanssaints.com/media-center/videos/Jimmy-Graham-Postgame-Press-Conference-11512/c77f0457-8202-4b45-8795-af5777e23bbd">Video: Jimmy Graham Postgame Press Conference | neworleanssaints.com</a><br>TE Jimmy Graham speaks with reporters after the Saints-Eagles game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Monday, November 5, 2012.</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://videos.nola.com/times-picayune/saints_videos/index.html">Saints-Eagles Videos | nola.com</a></p>
<p>This page includes Drew Brees and Pierre Thomas interviews, as well as breakdowns from Triplett and Holder. I couldn't get any of them to play, so instead of embedding vids that don't work, I provided the link to the main video page in case they get the issue resolved later today.</p>
https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/2012/11/6/3608178/saints-28-eagles-13-who-dat-say-post-game-links-transcripts-and-videosGhostofHD2012-11-05T23:15:41-06:002012-11-05T23:15:41-06:00Game Recap - Saints Clip Eagles' Wings, 28-13
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<img alt="TUSK!!!! found his way to the end zone last night as the running game excelled last night." src="https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/ZH2itwnHAKNh0KjQkSkMgJMxgA0=/0x0:4000x2667/1310x873/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/2742569/155603856.0.jpg" />
<figcaption>TUSK!!!! found his way to the end zone last night as the running game excelled last night. | Chris Graythen</figcaption>
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<p>In the must-win game of the week for both teams, the New Orleans Saints made more plays than the Eagles and came away with a 28-13 victory on Monday Night Football.</p> <p>After jumping out to a 21-3 halftime lead, and being only a few yards from making it at least a three-TD lead, the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/">Saints</a> weathered a two-turnover, 10-straight-<a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/">Eagles</a>-points run at the start of the third quarter, and held on for a 28-13 win to get to 3-5 on the season after an 0-4 start.</p>
<p>The defense gave up more than 400 yards for the 8th consecutive game (a record!), but they sacked <span>Michael Vick</span> seven times, picked him off once (for a 99-yard TD by <span>Patrick Robinson</span>), and stopped the Eagles five times in the red zone. THAT'S WINNING!</p>
<p>On the other side of the ball, <span>Drew Brees</span> was efficient, but not as prolific as he has been, and he found <span>Marques Colston</span> and <span>Jimmy Graham</span> for passing scores while the running game hit for 140 yards on a 5.6 yard per carry average.</p>
<p>But what I was most impressed with was that they didn't fold when things started going the Eagles' way early in the second half. Here's hoping this represents that start of a new run for the Saints.</p>
<p>Vote for your MVP in the poll, dig into the stats, and then join in the post-game discussion...(and be nice if you go to BGN)</p>
<p><span>Eagles vs Saints coverage</span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.bleedinggreennation.com/">Bleeding Green Nation</a></p>
<p> </p>
<h4>Team Stats</h4>
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<thead id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352176847848_538"><tr id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352176847848_537">
<td align="center"><br></td>
<td align="center">PHI<br>
</td>
<td align="center">NO</td>
</tr></thead>
<tbody id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352176847848_552">
<tr>
<td><b>First Downs</b></td>
<td align="center">24</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Total Yards</b></td>
<td align="center">447</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">371</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Passing Yards</b></td>
<td align="center">226</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">231</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Rushing Yards</b></td>
<td align="center">221</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">140</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Penalties (Yds)</b></td>
<td align="center">7(58)</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">4(35)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Turnovers</b></td>
<td align="center">2</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Punts (AVG)</b></td>
<td align="center">4(38)</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">3(43)</td>
</tr>
<tr id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352176847848_551">
<td><b>Time of Pos.</b></td>
<td align="center">33:30</td>
<td><br></td>
<td id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352176847848_550" align="center">26:30</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p> </p>
<h4>Top Performers</h4>
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<tbody><tr>
<td colspan="5">NEW ORLEANS SAINTS</td>
</tr></tbody>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Passing</td>
<td>CP/AT</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>INT</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=BRE229498" data-id="00-0020531">D. Brees</a></td>
<td>21/27</td>
<td>239</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rushing</td>
<td>CAR</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>LG</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=IVO253611" data-id="00-0027531">C. Ivory</a></td>
<td>10</td>
<td>48</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>22T</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=ING656964" data-id="00-0027966">M. Ingram</a></td>
<td>7</td>
<td>44</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>23</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Receiving</td>
<td>REC</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>LG</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=GRA207087" data-id="00-0027696">J. Graham</a></td>
<td>8</td>
<td>72</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>17</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=COL777594" data-id="00-0024466">M. Colston</a></td>
<td>4</td>
<td>46</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>21</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=MOO468248" data-id="00-0023310">L. Moore</a></td>
<td>2</td>
<td>61</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>3</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p> </p>
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<tbody id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352176847848_572"><tr id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352176847848_571">
<td id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352176847848_570" colspan="5">PHILADELPHIA EAGLES</td>
</tr></tbody>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Passing</td>
<td>CP/AT</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>INT</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=VIC311467" data-id="00-0020245">M. Vick</a></td>
<td>22/41</td>
<td>272</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rushing</td>
<td>CAR</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>LG</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=MCC620232" data-id="00-0027029">L. McCoy</a></td>
<td>19</td>
<td>119</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>34</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=VIC311467" data-id="00-0020245">M. Vick</a></td>
<td>6</td>
<td>53</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Receiving</td>
<td>REC</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>LG</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=AVA444955" data-id="00-0024324">J. Avant</a></td>
<td>6</td>
<td>56</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>13</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=CEL251361" data-id="00-0025549">B. Celek</a></td>
<td>5</td>
<td>47</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>14</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=JAC127681" data-id="00-0026189">D. Jackson</a></td>
<td>3</td>
<td>100</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>77T</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/2012/11/5/3607036/saints-eagles-game-recapGhostofHD2012-11-05T21:22:41-06:002012-11-05T21:22:41-06:00Saints 21, Eagles 3 - First Half Recap
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<img alt="This is an example of what Vick has been feeling all night." src="https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/Ou9CGDb3pbplPRxFcQdsjwemHUA=/0x110:2667x1888/1310x873/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/2738621/155593795.0.jpg" />
<figcaption>This is an example of what Vick has been feeling all night. | Chris Graythen</figcaption>
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<p>The New Orleans Saints are leading the Philadelphia Eagles 21-3 at halftime of their Monday Night Football tilt.</p> <p>Well, it's been a first half full of fireworks all over the field.</p>
<p>While bringing some unexpected heat and pressure on Michael Vick, the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/">Saints</a> defense continues to give up yards and miss tackles like they're going out of style, but only yielded 3 points and even scored on a 99-yard Pick 6 by CB <span>Patrick Robinson</span>, and the Saints lead 21-3 at the half.</p>
<p>Late in the second quarter, a one-yard touchdown pass to <span>Marques Colston</span> allowed Brees to extend his consecutive games with a TD pass to 51, and pull Colston (54) within one touchdown of tying <span>Deuce McAllister</span> for the Saints all-time touchdown mark of 55.</p>
<p>We've also seen a resurgence of the running game (106 yards on 10 carries) with a TUSK!!!! sighting in the backfield, and then in the end zone, too! All the backs have run hard and well so far.</p>
<p>Review the stats below and then jump right into the second half discussion!</p>
<p><span>Eagles vs Saints coverage</span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.bleedinggreennation.com/">Bleeding Green Nation</a></p>
<p> </p>
<h4>Team Stats</h4>
<table style="border: 2px solid #000000;" id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352165784435_741" border="2" width="100%">
<thead><tr>
<td align="center"></td>
<td align="center">PHI<br>
</td>
<td align="center">NO</td>
</tr></thead>
<tbody id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352165784435_740">
<tr>
<td><b>First Downs</b></td>
<td align="center">11</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Total Yards</b></td>
<td align="center">207</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">216</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Passing Yards</b></td>
<td align="center">51</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">110</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Rushing Yards</b></td>
<td align="center">156</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">106</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Penalties (Yds)</b></td>
<td align="center">3(40)</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">2(20)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Turnovers</b></td>
<td align="center">1</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><b>Punts (AVG)</b></td>
<td align="center">3(36)</td>
<td><br></td>
<td align="center">1(37)</td>
</tr>
<tr id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352165784435_739">
<td><b>Time of Pos.</b></td>
<td align="center">19:26</td>
<td><br></td>
<td id="yui_3_5_0_8_1352165784435_738" align="center">10:34</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p> </p>
<h4>Top Performers</h4>
<table style="border: 2px solid #000000;" border="2" width="100%">
<tbody><tr>
<td colspan="5">NEW ORLEANS SAINTS</td>
</tr></tbody>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Passing</td>
<td>CP/AT</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>INT</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=BRE229498" data-id="00-0020531">D. Brees</a></td>
<td>9/14</td>
<td>110</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rushing</td>
<td>CAR</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>LG</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=ING656964" data-id="00-0027966">M. Ingram</a></td>
<td>4</td>
<td>32</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>23</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=THO085535" data-id="00-0024813">P. Thomas</a></td>
<td>3</td>
<td>35</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Receiving</td>
<td>REC</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>LG</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=GRA207087" data-id="00-0027696">J. Graham</a></td>
<td>5</td>
<td>56</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>17</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=MOO468248" data-id="00-0023310">L. Moore</a></td>
<td>1</td>
<td>38</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>38</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=COL777594" data-id="00-0024466">M. Colston</a></td>
<td>2</td>
<td>12</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>11</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p> </p>
<table style="border: 2px solid #000000;" border="2" width="100%">
<tbody><tr>
<td colspan="5">PHILADELPHIA EAGLES</td>
</tr></tbody>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Passing</td>
<td>CP/AT</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>INT</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=VIC311467" data-id="00-0020245">M. Vick</a></td>
<td>10/18</td>
<td>72</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rushing</td>
<td>CAR</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>LG</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=MCC620232" data-id="00-0027029">L. McCoy</a></td>
<td>13</td>
<td>101</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>34</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=BRO279039" data-id="00-0029429">B. Brown</a></td>
<td>4</td>
<td>49</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Receiving</td>
<td>REC</td>
<td>YDS</td>
<td>TD</td>
<td>LG</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=JAC127681" data-id="00-0026189">D. Jackson</a></td>
<td>2</td>
<td>23</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=HAR007683" data-id="00-0027725">C. Harbor</a></td>
<td>3</td>
<td>20</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><a href="http://www.nfl.com/players/profile?id=AVA444955" data-id="00-0024324">J. Avant</a></td>
<td>2</td>
<td>17</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>13</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/2012/11/5/3607176/saints-eagles-first-half-recapGhostofHD2012-11-05T18:38:00-06:002012-11-05T18:38:00-06:00Hawthorne Joins Sproles, Roby On MNF Inactive List
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<img alt="David Hawthorne is still on the bench for the New Orleans Saints." src="https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/w0E4yYEWjJwF_cCy4Kmy6Zdoz8U=/0x510:2667x2288/1310x873/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/2731665/20120819_kkt_ah6_058.0.jpg" />
<figcaption>David Hawthorne is still on the bench for the New Orleans Saints. | Derick E. Hingle-US PRESSWIRE</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>The New Orleans Saints have announced their inactive players for tonight's game against the Philadelphia Eagles.</p> <p>Nakia Hogan of the nola.com<a target="_blank" href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_linebacker_51.html"> is reporting</a> the Saints inactives for tonight's game:</p>
<blockquote>
<p><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/">New Orleans Saints</a> linebacker <span>David Hawthorne</span>, who hasn't played since the Week 3 game against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.arrowheadpride.com/">Kansas City Chiefs</a> because of a hamstring injury, is inactive again for tonight's game against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/">Philadelphia Eagles</a> at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.</p>
<p>Hawthorne, joined injured Saints players running back <span>Darren Sproles</span> and receiver <span>Courtney Roby</span> on the inactive list. The Saints' other inactives were defensive tackle <span>Tyrunn Walker</span>, defensive end <span>Turk McBride</span>, cornerback <span>Elbert Mack</span> and offensive tackle <span>Bryce Harris</span>.</p>
</blockquote>
<p>Looks like receivers Joe Morgan and <span>Greg Camarillo</span> are active, along with TUSK! and <span>Travaris Cadet</span>.</p>
<p>Jeff McLane of philly.com has tweeted the Eagles' inactives:</p>
<blockquote>
<p><a href="https://twitter.com/Jeff_McLane" data-user-id="39545742"><b>Jeff McLane</b> <s>@</s><b>Jeff_McLane</b> </a></p>
<p><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Eagles&src=hash" data-query-source="hashtag_click" dir="ltr"><s>#</s><b>Eagles</b></a> inactives: S <span>Nate Allen</span>, <span>Darryl Tapp</span>, DE Vinny Curry, OL Nate Menkin, G <span>Danny Watkins</span>, QB <span>Trent Edwards</span>, WR Mardy Gilyard.</p>
</blockquote>
<p><span>Eagles vs Saints coverage</span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.bleedinggreennation.com/">Bleeding Green Nation</a></p>
<p>What's this mean? Let's discuss.</p>
https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/2012/11/5/3607082/lb-david-hawthorne-joins-sproles-roby-on-inactive-listGhostofHD2012-11-05T18:30:04-06:002012-11-05T18:30:04-06:00Saints vs. Eagles MNF Open Discussion Thread
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<img alt="" src="https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/rVGGtld7ZPRoHtfZsK6NLl0MNIg=/0x0:1000x667/1310x873/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/2669641/136377876.0.jpg" />
<figcaption>Kevin C. Cox</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>Chat live with other Who Dats as you watch the Saints take on the Eagles in primetime this Monday night.</p> <table border="3" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" width="454" style="cursor: default;"><tbody style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"> <tr align="center" style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"> <td bgcolor="#003333" colspan="2" width="192" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="color: #FFFFFF; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Philadelphia Eagles (3-4)</span></strong></td> <td bgcolor="#000000" colspan="2" width="70" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Week 9</span></strong></td> <td bgcolor="#bdb76b" colspan="2" width="192" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="color: #000000; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">New Orleans Saints (2-5)</span></strong></td> </tr> <tr style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"> <td align="center" colspan="2" width="192" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><img src="http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a14/cdh724/NFL%20Logos/Team%20Logos/Philadelphia_Eagles.jpg" style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"></td> <td align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff" colspan="2" width="70" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><h2 style="font-style: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 15px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 8px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 1em; font-size: 26px; text-align: center; padding: 0px;"><span style="line-height: 16px; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">@</span></h2></td> <td align="center" colspan="2" width="192" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><img src="http://assets.sbnation.com/assets/21260/NewOrleansSaints.jpg" style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"></td> </tr> <tr bgcolor="#bdb76b" style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"><td colspan="6" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><h4></h4></td></tr> </tbody></table>
<table border="3" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" width="454" style="cursor: default;"><tbody style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"> <tr align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff" style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"> <td bgcolor="#000000" width="100" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Date:</span></strong></td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;">November 5th, 2012</td> <td bgcolor="#000000" width="100" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Location:</span></strong></td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;">New Orleans, LA</td> </tr> <tr align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff" style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"> <td bgcolor="#000000" width="100" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Time:</span></strong></td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;">7:30 p.m. CST<br style="line-height: 0.75em;"> </td> <td bgcolor="#000000" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Stadium</span></td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;">Mercedes-Benz Superdome</td> </tr> <tr align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff" style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"> <td bgcolor="#000000" width="100" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">TV:</span></strong></td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-left: 0px; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin-bottom: 0.9em; padding: 0px;">ESPN (Mike Tirico, Jon Gruden, Lisa Salters<span><span>)</span></span></p></td> <td bgcolor="#000000" width="100" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Internet:</span></strong></td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"> <span style="font-size: 12px;">NFL.com's</span><span style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"><a href="http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter?game_id=29551&season=2008&displayPage=tab_gamecenter" style="font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; color: #8f7a2f; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"> </a></span><a href="http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2012110500/2012/REG9/eagles@saints#menu=gameinfo&tab=preview" style="font-size: 11px; font-style: inherit;">Game Center</a> </td> </tr> <tr align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff" style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"> <td bgcolor="#000000" width="100" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Radio:</span></strong></td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"> <p>WWL 870AM/105.3FM</p> <p>Dial Global Radio: Kevin Harlan, Dan Fouts, Mark Malone (Field reporter)</p> <p>SIRIUS: 88 (DGR), 92 (Phi), 93 (NO)</p> <p>XM: 88 (DGR), 225 (Phi), 226 (NO)</p> </td> <td bgcolor="#000000" width="100" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"> <strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">SBN Coverage</span></strong><strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">:</span></strong> </td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"> <p><a href="http://www.bleedinggreennation.com/" style="font-style: inherit;">Bleeding Green Nation</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/#stories_tab">SB Nation Eagles Coverage</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/events/97594#stories_tab">SB Nation Saints vs. Eagles coverage</a></p> </td> </tr> <tr align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff" style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"> <td bgcolor="#000000" width="100" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"> <strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Favorite</span></strong><strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">:</span></strong> </td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-left: 0px; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin-bottom: 0.9em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 11px;">Saints by 3</span></p></td> <td bgcolor="#000000" width="100" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Weather:</span></strong></td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-left: 0px; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin-bottom: 0.9em; padding: 0px;">Not that it matters, but...<a href="http://www.wunderground.com/sports/NFL/hometeam/New_Orleans:Saints.html?st=1352151000" style="font-style: inherit;">Weather Underground</a></p></td> </tr> <tr align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff" style="font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;"> <td bgcolor="#000000" width="100" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"> <strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Over/Under</span></strong><strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">:</span></strong> </td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"><p>52</p></td> <td bgcolor="#000000" width="100" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;"> <strong><span style="color: #ffffff; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 100%; vertical-align: baseline; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">Current Mood:</span></strong><strong><br style="line-height: 0.75em;"></strong> </td> <td width="127" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: normal; line-height: 16px; font-size: 11px; vertical-align: top; border-color: #aaaaaa; padding: 3px; margin: 0px;">Does it even matter anymore?<br style="line-height: 0.75em;"><br style="line-height: 0.75em;"> </td> </tr> </tbody></table>
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<p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-left: 0px; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin-bottom: 0.9em; padding: 0px;"><br style="line-height: 0.75em;"></p>
https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/2012/11/5/3601404/saints-vs-eagles-mnf-open-discussion-threadDave Cariello2012-11-05T13:00:49-06:002012-11-05T13:00:49-06:00Saints vs. Eagles: Players to Watch
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<img alt="" src="https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/gLTqyMHEFzGbpI_tZGHagPcJtdU=/0x0:3999x2666/1310x873/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/2675117/20121019_hcs_sy4_024.0.jpg" />
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<p>Keep your eye on these players when the Saints and Eagles face off in primetime on Monday Night Football. </p> <h4><span>Michael Vick</span></h4>
<p>I don't know about you, but Michael Vick scares the s*** out of me. This might not be the best time for the <a href="https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Saints</a> to be facing him. In fact, <a href="http://www.bleedinggreennation.com/2012/11/2/3591752/michael-vick-ready-to-play-more-aggressive">it might be the worst.</a> Vick is pissed and he's on a mission. One week after nearly getting benched, the <a href="https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Eagles</a> quarterback has vowed to get his "swag back" and play like the old Mike Vick. At this point, he's got little to lose.</p>
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<p>"I have to go play the game and leave it all on the field, and play aggressive, and shoot it and run the ball as I feel I need to. If I get a seam, get a crack [then] take it. Just do what I've been born [and] blessed to do and take advantage of my god-given abilities in conjunction with playing with everybody else."</p>
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<p>This is the Saints defense we're talking about here, there are going to be lots of seams and cracks. Vick has even put his signature black shield back on his helmet after not wearing it all season. FML.</p>
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<h4><span>Pierre Thomas</span></h4>
<p>I'm not just saying this because he's starting on my fantasy football team but I think PT Bruiser Cruiser is going to rip this Eagles defense a new one. Thomas has been quiet recently and now <span>Darren Sproles</span> is out of the equation; the planets are aligning and pointing toward lots of opportunities for my favorite player. You don't think the Saints actually going to play <span>Chris Ivory</span> or <span>Travaris Cadet</span>, do you? Pfft! Don't worry <span>Mark Ingram</span> fans, I'm sure he'll get his usual four or five first down carries.</p>
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<span>Dennis Kelly</span> and <span>Dallas Reynolds</span>
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<p>You've probably never even heard of these guys. That's because they're second string offensive linemen for the Eagles who were <a href="http://www.bleedinggreennation.com/2012/11/3/3595172/dennis-kelly-settling-in-on-eagles-offensive-line">thrust into starting roles</a> this season because of injuries in front of them. Kelly is a rookie starting only his second NFL game at right guard after playing tackle for four years at Purdue. Reynolds has been starting at center since September, when <span>Jason Kelce</span> injured his knee. The Saints need to exploit this interior inexperience and use this opportunity to shut down the run and get some pressure on Vick.</p>
https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/2012/11/5/3601522/saints-vs-eagles-on-espn-mnf-players-to-watchDave Cariello2012-11-05T09:01:51-06:002012-11-05T09:01:51-06:00Saints-Eagles: Gameday News and Notes
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<p>Your daily collection of New Orleans Saints news, opinion and whatnot. <em><strong>TODAY'S HEADLINE: Will Sean Payton coach the Saints in 2013?</strong></em></p> <h3>Twitter</h3>
<p><a dir="ltr" href="https://twitter.com/Nick2oon"><b>Lance Moore</b> <s>@</s><b>Nick2oon</b></a> happy bday bruh!</p>
<p><a data-user-id="227855287" href="https://twitter.com/Nick2oon"><b>Nick Toon</b> </a>Thanks to everybody for all of the birthday wishes! Much appreciated!</p>
<p><a data-user-id="33508303" href="https://twitter.com/blue7870"><b>Amanda Grant Smith</b> </a>Caught this sweet moment <a dir="ltr" href="https://twitter.com/GleasonGras"><s>@</s><b>GleasonGras</b></a> with <a dir="ltr" href="https://twitter.com/drewbrees"><s>@</s><b>drewbrees</b></a> & <a dir="ltr" href="https://twitter.com/team_gleason"><s>@</s><b>team_gleason</b></a> <a dir="ltr" data-query-source="hashtag_click" href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23gleasongras&src=hash"><s>#</s><b>gleasongras</b></a> <a dir="ltr" data-query-source="hashtag_click" href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23nowhiteflags&src=hash"><s>#</s><b>nowhiteflags</b></a> <a dir="ltr" data-pre-embedded="true" href="http://t.co/eVulY4mP">pic.twitter.com/eVulY4mP</a></p>
<p><a data-user-id="14172645" href="https://twitter.com/superdeformed"><b>SUPERDEFORMED</b> </a>Wait, you people honestly though the Cowboys were going to beat the Falcons. Jesus Christ you are some Homer motherf******.</p>
<p><a data-user-id="158820061" href="https://twitter.com/angrywhodat"><b>The Angry Who Dat</b> </a>Did Ryan just take out a dip on the sideline? <a dir="ltr" data-query-source="hashtag_click" href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Gingerneck&src=hash"><s>#</s><b>Gingerneck</b></a></p>
<p><a data-user-id="343503205" href="https://twitter.com/LesEast"><b>Les East</b> </a>Tony Romo's a lot better when the defense isn't guarding the receivers.</p>
<p><a data-user-id="158820061" href="https://twitter.com/angrywhodat"><b>The Angry Who Dat</b> </a>Nice lateral play there.</p>
<p><a data-user-id="140530562" href="https://twitter.com/CBSSaints"><b>Saints RapidReports</b> </a>At close of Sunday's action, Seattle is team to worry about if <a dir="ltr" data-query-source="hashtag_click" href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Saints&src=hash"><s>#</s><b>Saints</b></a> recover from 2-5 start. <a href="https://www.fieldgulls.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Seahawks</a> are 5-4 and have friendly schedule.</p>
<p><a data-user-id="376499282" href="https://twitter.com/team_gleason"><b>team gleason</b> </a>Thx to all who attended today! A tiny rainstorm here in NOLA didn't stop us. Amazing food, music & Saints. Im grateful to everyone. -SG</p>
<p><a data-user-id="148145141" href="https://twitter.com/j_bushrod7475"><b>Jermon Bushrod</b> </a>Colossians 3:23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the LORD, not for men!!</p>
<p><a data-user-id="61830970" href="https://twitter.com/AlbertBreer"><b>Albert Breer</b> </a>What a great weekend for the best sport in the world. In my generation's America, it's NFL, then college ball, then everything else.</p>
<p><a data-user-id="31504542" href="https://twitter.com/Saints"><b>New Orleans Saints</b> </a>Monday is always better when it's a SAINTS GAMEDAY! <a dir="ltr" title="http://instagram.com/p/RpjddMGKnk" data-expanded-url="http://instagram.com/p/RpjddMGKnk" target="_blank" href="http://t.co/qagTOsom">http://instagram.com/p/RpjddMGKnk </a> <a dir="ltr" data-query-source="hashtag_click" href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23PHIvsNO&src=hash"><s>#</s><b>PHIvsNO</b></a></p>
<p><a data-user-id="40000787" href="https://twitter.com/robyslyfe"><b>Courtney Roby</b> </a>Sick feeling being injured; waking up on game day knowing I'm not able to battle w/ my family on the field..they'll be special 2nite <a dir="ltr" data-query-source="hashtag_click" href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23WhoDat&src=hash"><s>#</s><b>WhoDat</b></a></p>
<p><a data-user-id="117275136" href="https://twitter.com/dmcallister26"><b>deuce mcallister</b> </a>Good morning may good and bad people find a way to be great today in something</p>
<p><a data-user-id="319164214" href="https://twitter.com/ReidG75"><b>Reid G.</b> </a>If the Saints win tonight, they'll be one game back in the loss column for the last wildcard spot. Just play along for awhile.</p>
<p><a data-user-id="406287318" href="https://twitter.com/JuniorG93"><b>JUNIOR GALETTE</b> </a>Y? u gone keep wasting time Sleep? hate Sleep...RT <a dir="ltr" href="https://twitter.com/30SideBREES"><s>@</s><b>30SideBREES</b></a>: HATE Waking Up Early Man Smh .</p>
<p><a data-user-id="406287318" href="https://twitter.com/JuniorG93"><b>JUNIOR GALETTE</b> </a>Thank you Jesus Christ For Everything <a dir="ltr" data-query-source="hashtag_click" href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Blessed&src=hash"><s>#</s><b>Blessed</b></a></p>
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<h3>Sean Payton's Contract Kerfluffle</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/sean_paytons_contract_with_new.html">Sean Payton's contract extension with New Orleans Saints last year was never approved by NFL | NOLA.com</a><br>Doug Tatum - Report says Payton will be a free agent after this season.</p>
<p><a href="http://sportsnola.com/sports/saints/saints-news/589431-report-nfl-voids-sean-paytons-contract-with-the-saints.html">Report: NFL voids Sean Payton's contract with the Saints | sportsnola.com</a><br>According to a report by ESPN's Adam Schefter, the multiyear extension that Sean Payton signed with the <a href="https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">New Orleans Saints</a> in September 2011 has been voided by the NFL.</p>
<p><a href="http://theadvocate.com/sports/saints/4329809-123/paytons-contract-status-still-in">Payton’s contract status still in limbo | The Advocate </a><br>The status of the contract extension suspended New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton agreed to in September 2011 has come into question, according to multiple media reports.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.wwltv.com/home/ESPN-report-NFL-voids-Paytons-contract-making-him-free-agent-after-this-season-177159871.html">Report: Payton tells reporter he 'absolutely' plans on staying with Saints | wwltv.com</a><br>In a story that has sent all of the local and national sports media scrambling, the latest report from FOX Sports' Jay Glazer should help appease concerned Saints fans.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/sean_payton_should_want_to_sta.html">Sean Payton should want to stay with New Orleans Saints, but now there's no guarantee | NOLA.com</a><br>Mike Triplett - Hits just keep on coming for Saints, who might have to win a bidding war to keep their coach.</p>
<p><a href="http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/11/05/loomis-returns-from-suspension-tuesday-with-immediate-problem-to-solve/">Loomis returns from suspension after Monday’s game with immediate problem to solve | ProFootballTalk.com</a><br>Mike Florio - When the final gun sounds on Monday night’s game between the Eagles and the Saints, the eight-game suspension of New Orleans G.M. Mickey Loomis will end.</p>
<p><a href="http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/41305/goodell-on-sean-payton-atlanta-stadium">Roger Goodell on Saints' Sean Payton - NFC South Blog | ESPN.com</a><br>Pat Y. - Speaking to the media before Sunday night’s game between the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/atlanta-falcons" class="sbn-auto-link">Atlanta Falcons</a> and <a href="https://www.bloggingtheboys.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Dallas Cowboys</a>, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed an earlier report by ESPN’s Adam Schefter that said New Orleans coach Sean Payton’s contract is not valid in the league’s eyes.</p>
<p><a href="http://espn.go.com/blog/nfceast/post/_/id/45198/pondering-sean-payton-and-the-cowboys">Pondering Sean Payton and the Cowboys - NFC East Blog | ESPN.com</a><br>Dan Graziano - I am already being asked by my Twitter followers for my thoughts on whether Jerry Jones would dump Garrett for Payton if Payton became available.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/inq-eagles/Could-the-Eagles-chase-Sean-Payton.html">Could the Eagles chase Sean Payton? | philly.com </a><br>Jeff McLane - If he is available, should Sean Payton be the next Eagles coach?</p>
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<h3>From the Saints Sideline</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.neworleanssaints.com/news-and-events/article-1/Gameday-Information-Saints-vs-Eagles/61042a0f-9c59-4093-97a3-d1b9d8174e63">Gameday Information: Saints vs Eagles | neworleanssaints.com</a><br>New Orleans and Philadelphia kickoff at 7:30 pm CT on ESPN's Monday Night Football.</p>
<p><a href="http://theadvocate.com/sports/saints/4327456-123/saints-host-eagles-on-monday">Saints host Eagles on Monday Night Football | The Advocate</a><br>Sheldon Mickles - Now in his seventh season with the New Orleans Saints, strongside linebacker <span>Scott Shanle</span> has had his back to the wall a few times.</p>
<p><a href="http://theadvocate.com/sports/saints/4311179-123/saints-joe-vitt-knows-michael">Saints' Joe Vitt knows Michael Vick can still play | The Advocate</a><br>Brian Allee-Walsh - Every time New Orleans Saints interim coach Joe Vitt turns on game tape of the <a href="https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Philadelphia Eagles</a> offense, he is haunted by the past and mindful of a daunting future facing the NFL’s worst defense.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/new_orleans_saints_share_their.html">New Orleans Saints share their Michael Vick horror stories: First-and-10 | NOLA.com</a><br>Mike Triplett - Saints players, coaches rehash painful memories of past experiences against dynamic Philadelphia Eagles quarterback.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2012/11/post_239.html">New Orleans Saints need to keep November winning streak alive: First-and-10 | NOLA.com</a><br>Part 2 of Saints columnist Mike Triplett's weekly column -- 10 more observations.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.thesaintsnation.com/2012-articles/november/saints-nation-5-things-to-look-for-in-eagles-saints.html">5 Things to Look For in Eagles @ Saints | thesaintsnation.com</a><br>Andrew Juge</p>
<p><a href="http://www.whodatsocialclub.com/le-coordinateur-defensive-cest-moi/">Le Coordinateur Défensive, C’est Moi | Who Dat Social Club</a><br>Himself - By the King: A Proclamation, for the Reform of His Defenders Upon the Field of Play</p>
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<h3>Eagle-Eye View</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121105_Eagles__Trent_Cole_baffled_by_sack_drought.html">Eagles' Trent Cole baffled by sack drought | philly.com</a><br>Marc Narducci - Since he joined the Eagles as an unheralded fifth-round draft choice in 2005, defensive end <span>Trent Cole</span> has made his reputation by sacking quarterbacks.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121105_Eagles_and_Saints_fighting_to_reclaim_dismal_seasons.html">Eagles and Saints fighting to reclaim dismal seasons | philly.com</a><br>Zach Berman - As unsettling as the Eagles' season has been in Philadelphia, there's similar bewilderment in New Orleans about how a team with high expectations has struggled through the first half of the season.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121105_Les_Bowen_.html">Les Bowen: Eagles' Lurie can blame himself for this wasted season | philly.com</a><br>If this Eagles season continues to go south, straight past the point of no return - which could happen tonight - I say it's Jeffrey Lurie's fault.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121105_Phil_Sheridan__Is_Andy_Reid_a_Ray_Rhodes_Redux_for_the_Eagles_.html">Phil Sheridan: Is Andy Reid a Ray Rhodes redux for the Eagles? | philly.com</a><br>The setting for this story doesn't exist anymore. It was Veterans Stadium, specifically the concrete world of grim offices, decaying meeting rooms, and feral cats that could be found one level below the street.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121105_A_must-win_game_in_November_.html">Rich Hofmann: A must-win game in November? | philly.com</a><br>Andy Reid has never been this close to the edge, not in all of his time coaching the Eagles.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/article-1/Ryans-Has-Regained-His-Elite-Form/6e4a73d5-4fbf-4364-b9da-39215a00091b">Ryans Has Regained His Elite Form | philadelphiaeagles.com</a><br>Chris McPherson - When the Eagles acquired <span>DeMeco Ryans</span> from the <a href="https://www.battleredblog.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Houston Texans</a> back in March, the middle linebacker came to Philadelphia with a sterling resume.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/article-1/Eagles-Saints-What-To-Watch/a6a3ccf6-1d85-49e4-a64f-cc873b71212a">Eagles-Saints: What To Watch | philadelphiaeagles.com</a><br>Scouting Report</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20121105_Drew_Brees_keeps_Saints_dangerous.html">Drew Brees keeps Saints dangerous | philly.com</a><br>Zach Berman - A source of optimism in New Orleans is that <span>Drew Brees</span> is the Saints' quarterback.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/article-1/Previewing-The-Saints/a30e447f-4a95-4150-adb3-f7d0c593759e">Previewing The Saints | philadelphiaeagles.com</a><br>An Eagles team that has seen nothing come easy this season heads to The Big Easy for a chance to turn the season back in a positive direction.</p>
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<h3>Lagniappe</h3>
<p><a href="http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/41316/video-conversation-with-jonathan-vilma">Video: Conversation with Jonathan Vilma - NFC South Blog | ESPN.com</a><br><span>Jonathan Vilma</span> talks to Jon Gruden about commissioner Roger Goodell and the bounty scandal.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.wwltv.com/sports/black-and-gold/Hundreds-raise-money-for-ALS-research-at-Gleason-Gras-177198131.html">Hundreds raise money for ALS research at Gleason Gras | wwltv.com</a><br>Bradley Handwerger - Despite rain Sunday, hundreds came to Champions Square for the second annual Gleason Gras, aimed at raising awareness and money for ALS through Team Gleason.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.neworleanssaints.com/media-center/photo-gallery/2012-Gleason-Gras/93c366c0-dcd2-4256-9f0e-807a8c997172">2012 Gleason Gras Photo Gallery | neworleanssaints.com</a><br>Photos taken at the 2012 Gleason Gras in Champions Square. Photos taken by Alex Restrepo.</p>
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<p>This week's Hot Reads call for Brees to be protected like an endangered species, a victimized Michael Vick, a special appearance by the Saints' special teams, and a doom-filled Superdome for the Eagles.</p> <p>In the 2-5 <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/">New Orleans Saints</a>' first and only Monday Night Football appearance of 2012, tonight they will take on the 3-4 <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/">Philadelphia Eagles</a>. With both teams facing an uphill battle for the playoffs in the second half of the season, it is shaping up as a must-win situation for the squads.</p>
<p>Since there is so much on the line, I have dug down deep to come up with an <b><i>absolutely clutch</i></b> set of Hot Reads to start off your Gameday morning.</p>
<p><span>Eagles vs Saints coverage</span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.bleedinggreennation.com/">Bleeding Green Nation</a></p>
<h3>Primary Option - PROTECT BREES<br>
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<p>We all know, especially after last week's game, that <span>Drew Brees</span> MUST have a good game for the Saints to even have a ghost of a chance to win (and I have NO IDEA why I didn't think of this turn of phrase for Halloween's Hot Reads last week). Brees has NO HOPE of having a good game if the PROTECTION isn't there. As it just so happens, the time is ripe for a great performance by the o-line, as the Eagles don't have much of a pass rush (second to last in the league in sacks!! Worse than the Saints, even!!).</p>
<p><b>What I'd Like To See:</b> Zero sacks and two or less quarterback hits, while Brees has a clean pocket, clear passing lanes, and time to let the long routes develop when needed.</p>
<h3>Checkdown # 1 - VICTIMIZE VICK<br>
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<p>While not as electrifying as the pre-incarceration <span>Michael Vick</span>, the Eagles' quarterback still has plenty of big-play potential, which is something that makes me weak in the knees (and not in a good way) when I think about the Saints' defense trying to stop him. He's had trouble holding onto the ball this year, and I believe that if they can make him uncomfortable early, he'll feel like a victim by the end of the night.</p>
<p><b>What I'd Like To See:</b> A strict policy of containment enforced on Vick, limiting his long runs and passes to no more than three of 15 yards or more, especially on third down. At least two Vick turnovers will be required to carry this out to success.</p>
<h3>Checkdown # 2 - SPECIAL APPEARANCE BY THE SPECIAL TEAMS<br>
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<p>At this point in the season, we know what the offense is and can do, and we know what the defense is and what they can't do. I am tired of asking the offense to play a perfect game, and tired of asking the defense to not be terrible. We have not really paid much attention to the special teams, so I'm going to try asking them to save the day this time.</p>
<p><b>What I'd Like To See:</b> Some kind of something in the scoring column from the special teams. This could take the form of a kick return touchdown, a blocked kick touchdown, or a fake kick touchdown (roxy-roxy!!! as my Dad calls a trick kick play).</p>
<h3>Safety Valve - SUPERDOME OF DOOM<br>
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<p>The Saints completely stunk up the joint in their last prime time game, so it's time for a raucous home crowd to take it to the next level for Monday Night Football and signal a return to prime time dominance. They must turn our stadium into a black hole for the visiting Eagles, where their dreams of victory come to die.</p>
<p><b>What I'd Like To See: </b>From the moment the Eagle offense steps on the field until they leave the field with their heads hanging in shame at their crappy performance, I want the crowd on their feet, stomping, screaming, waving, and banging the walls. This will cause much pre-snap confusion, leading to false starts, timeouts taken early and often until they run out, delays of game, and maybe even some bad snaps.</p>
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