The New Orleans Saints are heading back to the playoffs, after defeating the Atlanta Falcons, 17-14, on Monday night. Danny cox, of the New Orleans Sports Examiner, has the story, below.
The Saints defense played at a championship level in the Georgia Dome on Monday night, and helped propel the Saints to a 17-14 victory over the rival Falcons. Drew Brees hit rookie tight end Jimmy Graham for the go ahead touchdown at the 3:24 mark of the 4th quarter. With the win, the Saint punch their playoff ticket, and still have a chance at an NFC South title.
The absence of running back Chris Ivory was noticeable in the Saints' 30-24 to the Baltimore Ravens, on Sunday. Jeff Duncan, of the Times-Picayune, has the story, below.
New Orleans six game winning streak was snapped Sunday as they fell to the Baltimore Ravens 30-24. The Saints played well in spurts, but gave up over 200 yards on the ground to the Ravens running attack.
With regular return man Courtney Roby unavailable, the New Orleans Saints are expected to use Pierre Thomas and Robert Meachem as kickoff returners on Sunday, against the Ravens. Mike Triplett, of the Times-Picayune, has the story, below.
Running back Pierre Thomas has returned from an injury to help bolster an already potent offense. Jason Munz, of hattiesburgamerican.com, has the story, below.
The New Orleans Saints rolled to their sixth-consecutive win, on Sunday, defeating the St. Louis Rams, 31-13, at the Louisiana Superdome. The Associated Press, courtesy of espn.com, has the story, below.
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is playing his best football of the year, down the stretch. Mike Triplett, of the Times-Picayune, has the story, below.
Linebacker Kawika Mitchell, who has seven years of NFL experience, and one Super Bowl ring to his credit, is the newest member of the New Orleans Saints. James Varney, of the Times-Picayune, has the story, below.
Saints running back Ladell Betts has been placed on injured reserve, ending his season. Kawika Mitchell took his roster spot on the active roster after signing a contract today.
The New Orleans Saints won their fifth consecutive game, on Sunday, coming from behind to defeat the Cincinnati Bengals, 34-30. The Associated Press, and espn.com have the story, below.
New Orleans Saints running back Pierre Thomas, who hasn't played since September 26 because of injury, wants to get back on the field, and show he's readyfor action. Mike Triplett, of the Times-Picayune, has the story, below.