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Nope, it’s not that he retired — we already knew that. Drew Brees, the greatest quarterback in the history of the New Orleans Saints, gave a new and sort of heartbreaking peek behind the curtain of his retirement. It turns out that Brees’ underwhelming 2020 season was in fact due to a lingering injury. But […]

With Drew Brees calling it a career this past season, the New Orleans Saints will usher in a new era at quarterback. This off-season will see whether the starting job will go to Taysom Hill or Jameis Winston. Hill, however, doesn’t think any issues will get between himself and Winston when Saints training camp starts. […]

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston understands how far his star has fallen. But he remains insistent on achieving greatness. Winston addressed campers in Orlando, Florida regarding his own NFL journey. He acknowledged facing setbacks and becoming more of a punchline than lauded NFL quarterback. However, the former Florida State star ensured the youngsters he […]

For the first time since 2005, the New Orleans Saints will be playing without their future Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees after he announced his retirement. While that is the headline for the New Orleans offseason, the team has to face some key departures and could address them in a positive manner with the […]

Well, at least something fun will have come out of “Bountygate,” though it’s safe to say no one thought it would be this. Kevin James is set to portray New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton. Read that again. Now look at this to verify that what you read was real: Kevin James is going […]

In September of last year, Alvin Kamara signed a massive extension with the New Orleans Saints to the tune of $75 million. As it turns out, however, the running back has yet to spend a single penny out of that deal. According to Kamara himself, he’s kept his money in the bank. He may have […]

There is a quote from the MCU movie Doctor Strange about the cost of magic: “Yes, we did it. No price to pay…the bill comes due.” Such as it is in the NFL. The New Orleans Saints over the past few seasons have spent their money, stripped themselves of cap space and flexibility in an […]

It’s official, and Teddy Bridgewater knows this is big: Former New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold is now a member of the Carolina Panthers after the two franchises formally agreed to a trade on Monday afternoon. With Darnold heading down to Charlotte from East Rutherford with the Jets currently possessing the No. 2 overall pick […]

The New Orleans Saints are still looking to fill their quarterback room with more talent as they are reportedly targeting Florida Gators gunslinger Kyle Trask in the upcoming 2021 NFL Draft, per ESPN‘s Jeremy Fowler. Saints "like" Florida QB Kyle Trask as a potential long-term replacement for Drew Brees, per @JFowlerESPN pic.twitter.com/CZwkTYb2ci — B/R Gridiron […]

It was announced on Sunday that the NFL plans to move forward with plans to change the amount of games played for each team in the regular season from 16 to 17. It may seem minute, but to many players the move makes an already grueling 16-game season that much harder. Naturally, player reaction will […]

While the Russell Wilson trade rumors have died down a bit of late, a new report has come out to suggest that a move away from the Seattle Seahawks still remains imminent for the seven-time Pro Bowl quarterback. In a recent episode of The Rich Eisen Show, ESPN’s NFL insider Jeff Darlington expressed his belief that […]

Not exactly the type of offseason headlines the New Orleans Saints were hoping to have players make. The Drew Brees retirement was big enough for the Saints, now they have to wait and see what happens next with Marshon Lattimore after he was arrested on Thursday night for suspicion of receiving stolen property. According to […]

Drew Brees is now retired and seems to be enjoying his time. He’s spending more time with his family, still rooting for the New Orleans Saints, and apparently, has picked up a crazy hobby. Hobbies are the epitome of retirement, but Brees seems to have taken that to an entirely new level. While being a […]

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston grew emotional speaking about what it meant to spend time with Drew Brees during the legendary quarterback’s final season in the NFL. Winston said he had immense admiration for the “resilience” and “passion” Brees showed in his final season. The former No. 1 pick also said Brees “doesn’t even […]

After signing a one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills, it has become apparent that not only has Emmanuel Sanders been smitten about the Buffalo Bills for quite some time now, but the feeling was mutual. And how can you blame either side? For Sanders, he gets to play in an offense that loves to throw […]

The New Orleans Saints will be incurring huge losses due to the COVID-19 violations that they committed all throughout the 2020 season. They will reportedly forfeit their sixth-round draft pick in the 2022 NFL Draft and will be charged a hefty fine of $700,000, per NFL‘s Ian Rapoport. From the NFL: The #Saints will forfeit […]

With 2021 NFL free agency moving like molasses at some positions, former Pro Bowl defensive back and San Francisco 49ers veteran Richard Sherman is taking personal marketing matters into his own hands. Though linked to the New Orleans Saints in some circles, and for good reason, Sherman tweeted his covering credentials on Wednesday afternoon — […]

According to a Tuesday evening report from Tom Pelissero of NFL.com and NFL Network, veteran NFL wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders has already found his next home. Pelissero is reporting that once Sanders is formally released by the New Orleans Saints, he will head to upstate New York. It is believed that on Thursday he will […]

Day 2 of free agency may not have been as action-packed as opening day but there have still been a number of significant signings throughout the league. For their part, the Tennessee Titans have decided to pounce on Janoris Jenkins after the cornerback was released by the New Orleans Saints. This comes in the wake […]

The New Orleans Saints might not be finished addressing the quarterback position in light of Drew Brees’ official retirement from football. New Orleans inked Taysom Hill to a voidable extension and later re-signed Jameis Winston to a one-year deal, seemingly setting the stage for a two-man competition. However, there are some indications general manager Mickey […]

The New Orleans Saints are among the teams with interest in veteran cornerback Richard Sherman. Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reported there is some familiarity with Sherman’s former defensive backs coach, Kris Richard, now in New Orleans. Pelissero also noted the Saints are in the market for a corner after cutting ties with Janoris Jenkins. […]

After Drew Brees announced his retirement, the New Orleans Saints continue to make sure they will have some stability at the quarterback position with the re-signing of Jameis Winston. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Winston has agreed to a one-year deal worth $12 million to stay in New Orleans. Jameis Winston reached agreement on […]

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has finally hung up his cleats after 20 seasons in the NFL, and he will go down as the all-time leader in career completions, percentage, and yardage. And in his absence, he leaves a gaping hole in the New Orleans Saints’ roster. In Brees, the Saints are losing arguably […]

The New Orleans Saints are negotiating with quarterback Jameis Winston to make him stay with the team, per Dianna Russini of ESPN. It is not implied though that Winston will be the starter in chooses to sign with the Saints, as there will still be competition for the position during camp. The 2015 number one […]

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees officially announced his retirement from playing professional football on Sunday and is already looking forward to the next chapter of his career off the field. The 42-year-old veteran spoke on TODAY and announced that he will be joining NBC in the near future: “I’m going to be working for […]

New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton is one of the latest to come out with his own statement in the wake of Drew Brees’ retirement announcement on Sunday. Payton and Brees spent many years together in New Orleans and the 57-year-old shot-caller has quite a touching parting message for his now-former star quarterback. This […]

Arguably the biggest storyline to come out of the NFL offseason on Sunday was (now-former) New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees officially announcing his retirement. None other than Tampa Bay Buccaneers star Tom Brady has chimed in on the conversation as he shared his thoughts on Brees calling time on his storied career. The GOAT […]

Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints made headlines on Sunday as the 13-time Pro Bowl QB called time on his storied career in the NFL. This is an eventuality that the Saints have been preparing for, and they have now made their first move in the wake of Brees’ retirement. According to NFL insider […]

It’s official, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has announced his retirement from football. The veteran posted a message on his Instagram page on Sunday, signaling the end to his career. The official announcement on IG from Drew Brees: pic.twitter.com/NW2NJgZzx7 — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2021 This isn’t exactly a surprise. The move was widely […]

General manager Kevin Colbert and the Pittsburgh Steelers have a lot of work to do this offseason, just like practically every team in the NFL. With the salary cap having finally been set at $182.5 million for the 2021 NFL season, the Steelers have an achievable number that they will need to get under before […]

The New Orleans Saints entered this offseason staring at the barrel of the worst salary cap situation in the NFL. After several moves, that gun is slowly losing some of its bullets.  Per Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the Saints have restructured star wideout Michael Thomas’ contract. His base salary will be turned into a […]

The New Orleans Saints have plenty of work to do if they hope to get under the salary cap in time for free agency next week, and they parted ways with another starter in Janoris Jenkins on Thursday, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The move to release Jenkins creates another $7 million in cap space for […]

Let’s get bold with the New Orleans Saints, shall we? What would make a wild 2021 offseason for the defending NFC South champions? Certainly, the 2020 season didn’t end as many anticipated, with the Saints falling to Tom Brady and the “Tompa” Bay Buccaneers in the opening round of the 2021 playoffs. This is a team with […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced cuts in all facets of life, and the National Football League was no different on Wednesday when league officials notified teams of the 2021 line: $182.5 million. It’s an 8% decrease from the 2020 campaign, according to ESPN’s Kevin Seifert, that falls in line with a 92% reduction in attendance […]

The New Orleans Saints are starting to unload contracts heading to the 2021 season and are parting ways with wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders after a one-year stint with the team, per ESPN‘s Adam Schefter. Sanders previously inked a two-year, $16 million contract with the Saints prior to the 2020 NFL season. Due to the extended […]

The 2021 offseason is rife with challenges for the New Orleans Saints and general manager Mickey Loomis. But that did not stop New Orleans from using the franchise tag. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported the Saints applied to tag to safety Marcus Williams ahead of Tuesday’s deadline. The #Saints have officially filed the paperwork […]

Count Cam Jordan among the New Orleans Saints players fully on board with Russell Wilson taking the reins from Drew Brees at the quarterback position. Jordan made an appearance on Tuesday morning’s edition of ESPN’s “Get Up,” saying the Saints have the chance to win a Super Bowl with Wilson under center. With our locker […]

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees sparked speculation he might actually suit up for another season in 2021 after posting a workout video over the weekend. However, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network poured cold water on the idea Brees would play again in 2021. Rapoport said Monday there has yet to be an indication Brees […]

The NFC South looks to become one of the most competitive divisions in the league once this offseason is through. The New Orleans Saints roster is completely stacked, however, there is a possibility Drew Brees comes back for one more season. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers just won Super Bowl LV after acquiring Tom Brady and […]