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Archive for February, 2008

Saints With Interest in Bringing in DT Stroud for a Visit

The Times-Picayune is reporting that the Saints may have interest in Jags DT Marcus Stroud, who is currently being shopped around by Jacksonville.  The team may look at giving the Jags a draft choice for Stroud, who could step right in and replace Brian Young. One concern for the Saints and other teams is the [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 29 2008

Vilma Set to Move from the Big Apple to the Big Easy?

The Washington Post is reporting that the Saints are about to grab themselves someone that could be a huge lift on their defense at the linebacker spot.  Reporter Jason La Canfora reported just a short while ago the following:  “Jon Vilma, is very very close to beaing dealt to the Saints (Sources said the Skins [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 28 2008

Saints Sign Three - Nesbit, Goodwin, Copper

The Saints re-signed guard Jamar Nesbit, center Jonathan Goodwin and wide receiver Terrance Copper on Wednesday.  Nesbit has started at left guard for the Saints the last two seasons and has played in 133 contests over his nine-year career.  Goodwin, who has also been with New Orleans for the last two seasons, appeared in 13 games and [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 28 2008

Jets LB Vilma Pays a Visit to the Saints

While Jets linebacker Jonathan Vilma cannot pay a visit to the Patriots according to sources, there was no stopping him from visiting the New Orleans Saints on Monday as he continues to take a look at possible new teams to play for.  The Jets are allowing Vilma to talk to teams about working out a [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 26 2008

Fox: Saints the Front-Runner to Land CB Samuel

As the clock ticks towards free agency, Fox Sports’ John Czarnecki says that the Saints are the front runners for one of the top free agents when the signing peroid starts Friday. That free agent that the Saints have the inside track on is corner back Asante Samuel of the Pats. Samuel wants [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 25 2008

Copper Signs Two-Year Deal with the Saints

The Saints on Friday signed wide out Terrance Copper to a two-year deal that will pay him a reported $2.75 million according to the New Orleans Times Picayune. “He could have gone into the (free agent) market, but he really likes it there,” agent Ronald Del Duca said. Over the past two seasons Copper [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 22 2008

LB Thomas Gets an Offer from the Saints

After getting an offer from the Pats last week but not accpeting it right away, now there is word that another offer has been made to former Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas. NFL Networks Adam Schefter is reporting that the Saints have given an offer to Thomas to join their team. They are in [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 21 2008

Scouts Inc. Gives Five Needs This Offseason for the Saints

Cornerback — The Saints’ backend was torched last season, giving up many explosive downfield plays. Starting CB Mike McKenzie was easily the Saints’ best cover corner. CB Jason David struggled to make the transition after playing in the Colts’ Cover 2 system. On top of that, McKenzie tore his ACL in his right knee in [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 19 2008

LB Morgan to Visit the Saints

John Clayton of ESPN is reporting that former Panthers linebacker Dan Morgan will be paying a visit to the Saints.  Morgan was let go about a week ago by the Panthers after seven injury filled seasons in which he never played a full season.  There was some talk about Morgan retiring, but reports now say [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 18 2008

LB Thomas Could be a Good Fit for the Saints

Recently released linebacker Zach Thomas is about to go on tour. Visiting teams that is. Thomas was let go by the Dolphins last week, and despite only playing in a handful of games last season due to concussions, Thomas is being courted by a few teams around the league. Already set up [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 16 2008