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Jimmy Graham & Cameron Jordan did not practice on Wednesday. Full Saints-Bills Injury Report: http://t.co/t9rAWZ74fN #BUFvsNO
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) October 23, 2013
Lance Moore (hand) fully participated in today’s practice. Injury report: http://t.co/t9rAWZ74fN #BUFvsNO
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) October 23, 2013
#Saints TE Graham, DE Jordan, CB Greer, RB Ingram, S Harper, DL Walker, OT Strief all did not participate in team drills Wednesday.
— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) October 23, 2013
One positive on #Saints injury report: WR Lance Moore returned and practiced fully for first time since Week 3 hand injury.
— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) October 23, 2013
#Saints CB Jabari Greer listed as having non-football injury. Not sure of the specifics. ... Strief was able to do some individual work.
— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) October 23, 2013
Junior Galette said Martez Wilson was his closest friend on the team. Galette said Wilson isn't down. Galette said Wilson will be picked up.
— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) October 23, 2013
Galette on Martez Wilson: "It’s a reality check for me as well just to let me know it’s not all guaranteed." #Saints
— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) October 23, 2013
Payton said he met with Martez Wilson yesterday about the move "I know he will have another opportunity...you want to see him do well"
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) October 23, 2013
Drew Brees was asked about Ryan Griffin being bumped up to active roster and the vet QB said the youngster has impressed him.
— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) October 23, 2013
Of course, Brees followed that up by saying that Griffin makes a good shake in the weight room and is on time with his doughnut purchases.
— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) October 23, 2013
Brees said that Bills coach Doug Marrone was instrumental in forming the foundation of the Saints' o-line. Marrone was OL coach 06-08.
— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) October 23, 2013
Brees said Charles Brown has taken full advantage of his opportunity as starting LT. When asked if he was ready for Mario Williams, Brees
— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) October 23, 2013
said of Brown that, "He has to be, doesn't he?"
— WWL-TV Sports (@wwltvsports) October 23, 2013
There's a special guest for Sean Payton's conference call today. Payton: "Do they let anybody in there?!?" pic.twitter.com/bY1udpm1Hl
— Mike Rodak (@mikerodak) October 23, 2013
Spiller says he's "10 times better" this week than last week. Him and Marrone telling two different stories today.
— Mike Rodak (@mikerodak) October 23, 2013
Spiller on Marrone's comments: "nobody knows my body better than me. He can only go off what he sees on film"
— Mike Rodak (@mikerodak) October 23, 2013
Spiller: "I ain't gonna let no ankle injury stop me"
— Mike Rodak (@mikerodak) October 23, 2013
Brandon Meriweather's 2 game suspension reduced to 1 game, NFL announces
— Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) October 23, 2013
Bills coach Doug Marrone talked about his former career: Times-Picayune circulation employee. Worked in offseason while playing with Saints
— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) October 23, 2013
Brees said the Bills have been all over the quarterback and knows the Bills lead the NFL in sacks. Mentioned Kiko Alonso as being all over.
— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) October 23, 2013
Ok, we had a week off... but now we are gonna make some Buffalo burgers! Geaux Saints!
— Joe Horn (@JoeHorn87) October 23, 2013
#Saints add OLB Kyle Knox to practice squad.
— Kristian Garic (@KristianGaric1) October 23, 2013
Bills that did not practice today: QB Manuel, DL Williams, RB Spiller, RB Jackson, LB Lawson #BUFvsNO
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) October 23, 2013
I agree with @PSchrags -- this was a GREAT moment at SBXLVII! http://t.co/Al3QqBcemW
Great piece Peter!
cc: @OJBrigance @TeamGleason
— Scott Fujita (@sfujita55) October 23, 2013
Get updated on the latest #Saints & @PelicansNBA news with today's @blackbluereport podcast -> http://t.co/X4VXSW4jTj by @SeanKelleyLive
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) October 23, 2013
Colts&src=hash">#Colts Andrew Luck leaps ahead of #Saints Drew Brees for No. 2 on Dan Graziano's MVP Watch http://t.co/miwPUSx71F
— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) October 23, 2013
The only limits for tomorrow are the doubts we have today. #NoLimits
— Roman Harper (@Harp41) October 23, 2013
Rams officially signed QBs Austin Davis and Brady Quinn and placed QB Sam Bradford on "Reserve-Injured".
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 23, 2013
"I was pleasantly surprised by my conditioning, by the way my knee held up," - Jonathan Vilma http://t.co/oWdGKDU9GJ #Saints
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) October 23, 2013
Jermichael Finley could need surgery to correct condition that led to spinal cord bruising http://t.co/6OzhhvzRd8
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) October 23, 2013
Wait! We only get 10 more Wednesday practices left?
Better start enjoying them cause season is flying!!
#EnjoyToday
— Jedidiah Collins (@JedCollins45) October 23, 2013
Who's working....
— Jonathan Vilma (@JonVilma51) October 23, 2013
#Saints TE Ben Watson said he’s ready for increased reps if Jimmy Graham can’t play as his comfort level in the offense has increased.
— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) October 23, 2013
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Bills @ Saints News
Jimmy Graham doesn’t practice Wednesday | ProFootballTalk
Graham was held out of practice and coach Sean Payton said on a conference call with Buffalo reporters that the team is going to evaluate things on a daily basis for the rest of the week.
Saints morning report: Long time, no see - New Orleans Saints Blog - ESPN
For the first time in nine days, we’ll get to see and hear from the New Orleans Saints again today. They held a bonus practice on Monday after p
NFL Nation Buzz: New Orleans Saints - New Orleans Saints Blog - ESPN
ESPN.com team reporter Mike Triplett on the New Orleans Saints' hot topics as they begin preparations for Week 8.
New Orleans Saints vs Buffalo Bills: Connections
Check out the connections between the New Orleans Saints and the Buffalo Bills
QB Watch: Bills' Thad Lewis - ESPN
The challenge is even greater for Lewis and the Bills this week when they travel to New Orleans. The Saints allow opposing quarterbacks to complete 59.7 percent of their passes, 12th-best in the NFL. But what can't be overlooked is the Saints' offense, which has the ability to score points in bunches. If the Bills' defense slips and puts the offense into an early hole, it will force Lewis to get into a shootout with Drew Brees, and Lewis would not win.
Mario Williams making big plays for Buffalo Bills - Buffalo Rumblings
Sacking quarterbacks at a previously unseen rate, Mario Williams is off to the best start in his eight-year career - but his impact extends beyond statistics.
Bills have been drama kings so far - Sports - The Buffalo News
Buffalo Bills coach Doug Marrone knows what his team is doing to its fans.He’s going through it himself."I’m not going to lie to you, it’s not adding years to my life or any of our fans as they watch it," Marrone said of the preponder...
Saints push to get Jimmy Graham back into offense | Saints | The Advocate — Baton Rouge, LA
Last week’s off week gave Saints fans time to recover from an emotional, last-second loss nearly two Sundays ago at New England. That’s the…
Five things to know about the New Orleans Saints on Wednesday, October 23
The Saints will have their first practice open to the media today
New Orleans Saints Morning Break
A look at what's being written about the New Orleans Saints and Buffalo Bills
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Other Saints News
Jonathan Vilma optimistic about knee - New Orleans Saints Blog - ESPN
New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma said he was "pleasantly surprised" about the way his knee felt when he returned to practice f
John DeShazier: Jonathan Vilma says his knee is saying the right things
Jonathan Vilma spoke on Tuesday at his celebrity server media event in Morton's
New Orleans Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins fine apparently reversed - ESPN
Apparently, New Orleans Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins’ fine for an alleged illegal hit on New England Patriots receiver Kenbrell Thompkins was r
New Orleans Saints waive LB Martez Wilson - ESPN
The New Orleans Saints waived linebacker Martez Wilson on Tuesday to make room for rookie quarterback Ryan Griffin on their 53-man roster. The move is
Saints waive Martez Wilson | ProFootballTalk
The Saints' desire to keep quarterback Ryan Griffin from signing with another team has cost linebacker Martez Wilson his spot on the New Orleans roster. Griffin was promoted from the practice squad on Tuesday and the Saints freed up a roster spot for him by waiving Wilson.
Saints Genius for Dropping Martez Wilson in Favor of Ryan Griffin
Sean Payton and the New Orleans Saints know exactly what they are doing—and they do it better than anyone else.
Power Rankings Rob the New Orleans Saints
The New Orleans Saints are arguably the best team in the NFL. While the Saints do not have a perfect record, they are a last-second touchdown away from one after a fluky loss to the New England Patriots.
QB Watch: Saints' Drew Brees - ESPN
QB Watch: Saints' Drew Brees will be without key weapons upon return from bye
Aqib Talib's shutdown effort may hamper Jimmy Graham in Saints contract talks
That "oh-fer'' performance against Bill Belichick's box-and-one defense did nothing for Graham's argument that he should be compensated like many of the top-shelf NFL wide receivers.
New Orleans Saints celebrated the 15th annual NFL-United Way Hometown Huddle
The event took place at the YMCA Belle Chasse
Meet the Chick Behind The "Rob Ryan’s Hair" Phenomenon
Oh…had you not heard? Saints Defensive Coach Rob Ryan is the Samson of the NFL. His strength and wisdom, deeply "rooted" if you will, within his silver strands of doom flowing from his slightly oversized head. It is indeed a modern marvel, one that has in fact inspired internet memes and its own Facebook fan page, appropriately titled: Rob Ryan’s Hair, which currently has more than 16 thousand likes!
New Orleans Saints promote quarterback Ryan Griffin to 53-man roster
Tulane product was on practice squad
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Around the League
Seattle Seahawks can win the next five games - NFC West - NFL News - Pro Football Spot:: NFL News - profootballspot.com
New Orleans Saints (Home): Perhaps this is too optimistic, but the Seahawks can take down the Saints at home. At the moment New Orleans is 5-1, but Seattle may be the one team that can hold Drew Brees in check. In addition, the Saints have not exactly beaten a bevy of formidable opponents. Perhaps Marshawn Lynch will put up another epic run like he did in the 2010 playoffs.
Texans take bye-week look-see at seven wideouts, two quarterbacks | ProFootballTalk
As the Texans limp into their bye-week with a five-game losing streak, they've taken a close look at seven different receivers. And two quarterbacks. Per a league source, the team brought a nine-man throng of players to the team facility on Tuesday for a pitch-and-catch session.
Greg Schiano: We’ll win plenty of games playing Buccaneer football | ProFootballTalk
The Buccaneers are winless through six games this season, but coach Greg Schiano says this is no time to grow concerned about his ability to do the job. Asked on NFL Network whether he's concerned he could be fired if the Bucs don't win their share of games, Schiano gave a succinct answer.
Josh Freeman has a concussion, Vikings may turn back to Ponder | ProFootballTalk
The news at quarterback for the Vikings isn't getting any better. Josh Freeman, who had a bad outing in starting his first game with the Vikings on Monday night, has suffered a concussion and may not be able to play this week against Green Bay, the team announced.
Peyton Manning will practice tomorrow, play Sunday | ProFootballTalk
An otherwise slow Wednesday afternoon got a lot more interesting with the news that Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning missed practice with an ankle injury. Per a league source, it's no big deal.
Bill Belichick Says The Jets Also Pushed. Did They?
Lots of controversy--fun, silly controversy--over the overtime penalty on the Patriots that may have cost them Sunday's game at the Jets. Tackle Chris Jones was flagged for pushing teammate Will Svitek into the offensive line, negating a missed field goal. The first conspiracy theory was that the NFL had retroactively changed the rulebook; that was false. The second and currently in-vogue retort from New England is that the Jets used the same push move during the game, and it went uncalled.
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Video
VIDEO Sean Payton on facing Buffalo Bills
New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton speaks with reporters after practice on Wednesday, October 23, 2013. (New Orleans Saints video).
VIDEO New Orleans Saints/United Way Hometown Huddle
New Orleans Saints players and staff partnered with United Way for its Hometown Huddle event at Belle Chasse YMCA on Tuesday, October 22, 2013. (New Orleans Saints video)