Saints expect big turnout at offseason workouts
 

Payton says Bush will take part in conditioning drills in N.O. Tuesday, March 18, 2008By Jimmy Smith
Near-perfect attendance -- including previously reluctant running back Reggie Bush -- is expected at the Saints' offseason conditioning program that commenced Monday with a team meeting at the club's Airline Drive practice facility.

Coach Sean Payton said that, with the exception of several players who were attending an NFL Players Association meeting in Hawaii, turnout for Monday's session was "near 100 percent."

Payton said that Bush, who last year worked on his own in Southern California, would be a regular this offseason in Metairie.

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good to know Reggie will be working out with the team this season...

Saints expect big turnout at offseason workouts
 

Saints expect big turnout at offseason workouts- NOLA.com

"We've got an outstanding facility, we've got good weather," Payton said. "We've got a lot of things that are conducive to training. I think our team in general understands the foundation you begin to put together starts in the offseason. It's not one single player. I think Reggie as well as the rest of the guys understand the significance of this time of the year and how it helps you as you move into the start of the season."

Bush had a disappointing season as the primary back in the Saints' offense after Deuce McAllister tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee in Week 3. Bush rushed for 581 yards on 157 carries and four touchdowns and caught 73 passes for 417 yards and two scores.

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I thinks it is very important for team cohesion that Reggie attends the offseason workouts.