Runningback Deuce McAllister did not practice this morning because of swelling to his surgicaly repaired knee. McAllister had his knee drained to relieve some discomfort and increase range so an MRI could be done. The Saints were looking for any structual damage to the joint. The MRI came back negative and he's been cleared to practice again on a limited basis.
Had their been some damage to the knees joint, this would have been terrible for them. Deuce is what makes the Saints offense tick. Reggie threatens no defense and for whatever reason I'm sure Payton would not start Pierre Thomas, even though I think he should. Hopefully Deuce's swelling goes down soon and he's able to get through the season healthy.
Word is Marques Colston has looked really good at yesterdays evening practice and it carried over to this mornings session. Brees and Colston has burned every combonation of DB's they threw at them during this mornings practices. You ever wonder how teams passed on this guy and let him slip to the seventh round? He's been nothing short of spectacular since his rookie season for the Saints. He posseses everything you could want from an NFL WR, Great hands, good speed, nice size and plays smart. Colstons had one of the best first two seasons of any wide receiver in history.
Robert Meachem continues to look impressive at camp also. He's caught a few big passes durring seven on seven drills. Rookie Adrian Arrington has also loked good and has had spectatos murmuring about his likeness (as far as football skills go) to that of Marques Colston. Nevermind the fact they both got selected in the seventh round.
CB Jason David recieved good praises from coaches this morning. He broke up two passes but also was staying with every WR he covered in one on one coverage drills. Randall #### has also done a good job and I think he'll end up the starter by the end of pre-season. Although rookie CB Tracey Porter could surprise everyone but as of now the nickel position is more likely.
With the Jets inking DE Vernon Gholston yesterday and K.C. signing their first round pick Glenn Dorsey this morning Saints fans might be able to expect Sedrick Ellis to sign in a matter of days. I fully expect him to win the DT position over Thomas so getting in camp as soon as possible is a big deal.
Jonathan Vilma looks healthy and up to speed so far and has had a very good first three days. He's a huge hole that was filled during the offseason by the Saints. He'll be vital to the defenses success this season and think he might be the comeback player of the year.
Saints camp has only been going on for three days now and so far the players look good. Let's just pray that a good and healthy training camp brings about a very great season.
I agree with Joker here. Other than Dallas, we really don't know who are the teams to beat in the NFC. If Deuce stays healthy, and Shockey can make a seamless transition, and you get better D play, the Saints could be the second best team in the NFC. And I'm glad I'll get to see them in December when they come to town (and beat the Lions, of course!). Take care!
I almost dropped Deuce in most fantasy leagues, after hearing about the knee. Unfortunately, a semi-healthy Deuce is better than a lot of other running backs out there.
PF,
Deuce is ok and it was just swelling. He's lost a lot of weight and looks faster than before the injury. He's looked good so far in camp. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised by himthis season.
my one wish is that shockey doesnt #### up our locker room...because if he can stay happy and make plays for us theirs no reason not to believe the saints wont go deep into the postseason!!!
While I'll never give up on Deuce, I got a bad feeling in my gut when I heard about the swelling/MRI. I immediately thought "go get T. Henry/S. Alexander...not that I'm happy w/ either one." But then, I definately think we should show Stecker/Thomas some love. No matter what happens after this year, Deuce should stay in N.O. Possibly as a RB coach. That being said, I'm hoping that this is just a beginning of camp thing.
FF,
Shockey will be ok. I think people have to remember that this happens all the time. Players are disruptive because they are unhappy with management. They get traded and the player is ok after all that.
plutonium,
Deuce will be fine in my honest opinion. The swelling is something that just happened. Thomas should get the bulk of carries if Deuce can't go.
gambitxxx
Unless Benson has become that much of miser there's got to be a meeting of the minds here with regard to signing Ellis.
As to how the Saints'll fare will be predicated on a number of things.
And as one individual within this site has already stated if they don't have any major injuries then the NFC South'll be their's for the taking.
I for one don't see either the Panthers or Bucs being able to do much to derail their ambitions within the division.
Bucs' fans are hoping on a wing and a prayer that they'll land Favre.
What they seem to forget is that is that the weapons that'll be at his disposal are inferior to what he had in Green Bay.
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You’re sitting at the table and your son is on the cover of Wheaties, your mistress is on the cover of Playboy, and your wife is on the back of the milk carton.
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