Feb 282013
 

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     It seems as if Patriots Quarterback Tom Brady has set a trend around the NFL, as more and more players seem to be buying into the “all for the team” mindset.

     NOLA.com’s Mike Triplett reports that just one day after Drew Brees was asked if he would be will to restructure his major contract, four Saints starters followed suit. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY

     Marques Colston, Jahri Evans, Ben Grubbs, and David Hawthorne have all restructured their deals in order to help the team with the salary cap issues heading into the start of free agency.

     Saints Head Coach Sean Payton has been working with General Manager Mickey Loomis to revamp the roster, shedding over-priced contracts, and formulating a plan heading into April’s draft.

     New Orleans is expected to release a handful of defensive players if they are unable to find common ground in re-negotiations.

 Posted by at 4:04 pm
Feb 272013
 

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     Drew Brees was asked if he would be willing to re-structed his contract to help his team, as Tom Brady did for the Patriots.

     NOLA.com’s Larry Holder says that Brees was quoted to say : “I am always willing to consider anything that will help the team or the cap situation.” CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY

     Brees signed a 5-year, $100 million deal back in July after holding out for a majority of the off-season.

 Posted by at 5:07 pm
Feb 222013
 

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     Sean Payton has had enough time to evaluate his team while sitting out the 2012 season.

     NOLA.com’s Larry Holder reports that the Saints will not use the franchise tag on tackle Jermon Bushrod. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY.

     Most of the projected changes during this offseason are set for the defensive side of the ball, but New Orleans will be challenged to get under the league’s salary cap.

 Posted by at 3:21 pm