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The New Orleans Saints and Tampa Bay Buccaneers faced off in Week 1. New Orleans ended up getting the better of Tampa Bay and now Saints wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders has made some comments on the battle. Specifically, Sanders spoke about quarterback Tom Brady. According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, those comments were […]

Emmanuel Sanders is impressing his new quarterback in his first season in New Orleans with the Saints. According to Drew Brees, who spoke with the media following Monday’s practice, Sanders — an 11th-year veteran — is providing a valuable presence to his new team. “He’s a pro. I think that’s what you recognize with, you […]

Is Michael Thomas the best wide receiver in the NFL today? His New Orleans Saints teammate Emmanuel Sanders certainly thinks so. During a training camp press conference, Sanders was asked about his impression of Thomas after the three-time Pro Bowler previously expressed his eagerness and excitement to work with him. The 33-year-old Sanders was full […]

Emmanuel Sanders has a ton of glowing remarks for Drew Brees, including likening the New Orleans Saints star to one of his former quarterbacks. While speaking about his new QB, Sanders compared Brees to Peyton Manning. “I think It is Drew (Brees) and Drew works. I love it, like that guy, he goes to work […]

The New Orleans Saints were able to sign Emmanuel Sanders this offseason, giving them a No. 2 option alongside Michael Thomas. During a conversation with the media on Friday, Sanders opened up about his relationship with Drew Brees. Emmanuel Sanders on Drew Brees – I want to win a Super Bowl with that guy. I […]

Without really even needing to delve into it, it is very well known that Michael Thomas — the best offensive player on the New Orleans Saints — is the best wide receiver in the league, only behind Christian McCaffrey in terms of best overall offensive player in the league. And with Thomas catching passes from […]

Heading into the upcoming season, Michael Thomas and the already-rich New Orleans Saints got even richer. The acquisition of wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders gives another dimension to the Saints’ offense led by quarterback Drew Brees. Fellow Saints wideout Michael Thomas chimed in on the newest veteran of the team as reported by The Athletic NOLA […]

It takes one to know one if you are a Denver Broncos wide receiver so it seems. Broncos incoming rookie wideout Jerry Jeudy has found quite the mentor this offseason as the former Alabama Crimson Tide standout has been working out alongside current New Orleans Saints pass-catcher Emmanuel Sanders, who of course has spent the […]

The restrictions placed in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) have provided its own set of challenges for players preparing for the 2020 NFL season. Fortunately, it appears New Orleans Saints wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders and quarterback Drew Brees have had no problem getting their rapport going. Sanders recently posted a video of him working out […]

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders expressed anger at seeing the video of George Floyd’s death last Monday in Minnesota. Sanders explained he “could have easily” been in Floyd’s position being an African-American man (transcription via Luke Johnson of Nola.com): “Seeing that video, what upset me was obviously that he was African-American, but I […]

Earlier this offseason, the New Orleans Saints were able to sign Emmanuel Sanders in free agency, giving them another weapon in their passing attack. Nearly two months after the move took place, Michael Thomas opened up about teaming up with Sanders. “He’s a great vet,” Thomas said, via Luke Johnson of Nola.com. “He’s played in […]

The New Orleans Saints managed to add another weapon to the passing game with wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders in free agency. It seems he is not letting the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic prevent him from refining his game ahead of the 2020 NFL season. Sanders’ wide receivers coach David Robinson took to Twitter to show […]

Veteran wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders will be on his third team in less than a year after he signed a two-year deal worth $16 million with the New Orleans Saints. However, despite the recent turnover regarding his career, the 33-year-old pass-catcher is more than happy to be a member of the Saints. “I’m excited to […]

The Denver Broncos haven’t been a team that has been afraid to spend big money in free agency, and a lot of to the time, it has worked out well. There have been some busts, but there have been a lot more good signings than bad. Let’s break down the five best free-agent signings in […]

The New Orleans Saints made a pretty solid splash this offseason when they signed veteran wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders in free agency. Unsurprisingly, they were not the only team that was vying for Sanders’ services, though. Another team that was courting the wide receiver pretty heavily was the Green Bay Packers. However, Sanders chose the […]

The Buffalo Bills were adamant about securing a No. 1 option in the passing game for their offense this offseason. They were finally able to make the splash they needed by acquiring wide receiver Stefon Diggs from the Minnesota Vikings. However, it seems Diggs was not the only wideout on their radar at the time. […]

Emmanuel Sanders had conversations with the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys, but the wide receiver ultimately decided to sign with the New Orleans Saints in free agency last week. How did all of that come about? Well, it seems like the Saints were his No. 1 choice all along, and once New Orleans made […]

Emmanuel Sanders only spent half of a season with the San Francisco 49ers before signing with the New Orleans Saints in free agency, but the impact he left in the Bay Area was indelible. Fellow wide receiver Kendrick Bourne raved about Sanders, both in terms of his on-field and off-the-field leadership, per Matt Maiocco of […]

The New Orleans Saints’ Emmanuel Sanders can make a little bit of NFL history. After signing with the Saints — his fourth NFL team — the veteran receiver can accomplish a first-ever feat. Sanders has previously made Super Bowl appearances with his three previous teams. Which means that if the Saints make the Super Bowl, […]

Emmanuel Sanders appears to have heeded the advice of his grandmother during his free agency process. Sanders told Luke Johnson of the New Orleans Advocate his grandmother had been hoping Sanders would sign with either the New Orleans Saints or Houston Texans. Sanders ended up inking a two-year deal with the Saints on Saturday. Apparently, Sanders’ grandmother […]

Veteran wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders is ecstatic about playing with future Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees after signing a two-year deal with the New Orleans Saints on Saturday. Sanders said playing in a “pass happy” offense in New Orleans will be like “WR heaven” for him, per Luke Johnson of the New Orleans Advocate. Emmanuel […]

Emmanuel Sanders chose to sign with the New Orleans Saints on Friday, with everyone sharing their opinions on the move. Among the people speaking about the signing, Brandon Stokley believes that Sanders will thrive with New Orleans. What a great pickup for the @Saints. @ESanders_10 is going to have a great year in that offense. […]

The New Orleans Saints were able to land Emmanuel Sanders on Friday to give Drew Brees another weapon on offense. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers pursued Sanders, but he preferred the Saints. Emmanuel Sanders had appealing NFC options. Sanders spoke with the Dallas Cowboys and the Green Bay […]

The New Orleans Saints landed Emmanuel Sanders on Friday night, signing the veteran wide receiver to a two-year, $16 million deal that could be worth up to $19 million. Sanders also had interest from the Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers, but he passed on both clubs to join the Saints. So, just what is […]

Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints will have another weapon on their roster, as veteran wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders has agreed to sign with the team on a two-year deal worth $16 million. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, The deal can go up to $19 million and will go through when Sanders passes […]

The Dallas Cowboys emerged as a possible suitor for Emmanuel Sanders earlier this week, but the chances of him signing with the Cowboys have subsided. According to ESPN’s Todd Archer, Sanders is not expected to sign with Dallas. Based on multiple conversations I’ve had with Cowboys folks, I’d be stunned if Emmanuel Sanders ends up […]

Emmanuel Sanders is one of the top wide receivers on the market, but he has already made up his mind for where he wants to play next year, the San Francisco 49ers. During a Facebook live on Thursday, Sanders said he would like to run it back with the Niners, but he knows anything could […]

The Dallas Cowboys have expressed an interest in two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders, according to Jane Slater of NFL Network. Sanders last played with the 49ers in 2019, but he trains in Dallas in the offseason. He’s expressed mutual interest in becoming a Cowboys talent, per Slater. The wideout played his college ball […]

The 2020 NFL Draft class is one of the deepest in recent history at the wide receiver, which will greatly impact the free agents at the position. There are some very good starters available, but the market may not be as kind to them as they would like. Here are the ten best. 10. Devin […]

Emmanuel Sanders expressed that he would be open to re-signing with the San Francisco 49ers this offseason, but the team hasn’t reciprocated the same message. Nearly a week until free agency, Sanders hasn’t had contract talks with San Francisco yet. On Monday, someone on Twitter stated that the 49ers and Sanders were far apart on […]

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Rookie wide receiver Deebo Samuel is doing everything he can to get Emmanuel Sanders back on the San Fransisco 49ers. Samuel took to Twitter on Wednesday to express his thoughts on Sanders, who is set to become a free agent this offseason. I know it ain’t my call but I want my bruddah @ESanders_10 back […]

San Fransisco 49ers wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders will turn 33 years old next month. At that age, many receivers lose a step and aren’t always the players they used to be. However, if you’re thinking that Sanders feels the same way, you’re wrong. The Niners wideout took to Twitter on Tuesday to address all of […]

The Washington Redskins are in desperate need of a wide receiver, and Pro Football Focus thinks they should target Emmanuel Sanders to fill that hole. Sanders is set to be a free agent this offseason, and in a class that includes big-name wide outs such as Amari Cooper and A.J. Green, Sanders may fly under […]

Emmanuel Sanders appears to be willing to re-sign with the San Francisco 49ers. The 32-year-old veteran will be a free agent this offseason after appearing in 10 games for the Niners. Sanders was traded from the Denver Broncos after spending the past six seasons there. The former Super Bowl champion proved to be a steady […]

Emmanuel Sanders is getting set to become one of the top wide receivers on the NFL free-agent market this offseason, which is not something a whole lot of people expected after he tore his Achilles last year. But Sanders had a strong bounceback season between the Denver Broncos and San Francisco 49ers, catching 66 passes […]

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has already felt the sting of having to re-watch their shortcomings against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 54. It appears wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders is also among those that have re-lived the 31-20 loss. Kittle acknowledged that the 49ers simply did not make enough plays done […]

Unfortunately for the San Francisco 49ers, it is the Kansas City Chiefs that are having all the fun today as the AFC West franchise was crowned as Super Bowl Champion on Sunday evening in Miami. However, 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders almost closed things out for San Francisco late in the game […]

The Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers are facing off in the Super Bowl on Sunday and there’s no mistaking who Courtland Sutton of the Denver Broncos is rooting for. Prior to kickoff, Sutton is not happy with Denver fans that are rooting for the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. On Saturday, Sutton posted […]