Scouts Inc.: Saints' defensive ends

08-25-2010, 02:15 PM

By Scouts Inc.'s Matt Williamson

Now that Charles Grant is gone, how will the Saints' defensive ends fare in 2010?

Will Smith remains a fixture at right defensive end. There is no reason to expect anything but another tremendous season from Smith. He is one of the better 4-3 ends in the league and is in the prime of his career.

At one point, Grant was considered to be nearly in Smith’s class. That has not been the case lately, though, and Grant is now in Miami playing in their three-man front. This illustrates how his value has fallen off as an edge rusher.

The Saints were wise to acquire Alex Brown to fill Grant’s shoes. Why the Bears let Brown go is beyond me. He would be an excellent No. 2 defensive end opposite Julius Peppers, but Chicago’s loss is New Orleans’ gain. Now Brown will fill that role opposite Smith. Durable and reliable, Brown will also be playing in better weather and overall conditions conducive to rushing the quarterback. Expect his production to increase in the Big Easy, and he should approach double-digit sacks. Brown is a clear upgrade over the level of play that Grant displayed in 2009, both as a pass-rusher and against the run.

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st thomas · 08-25-2010, 02:27 PM

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Rugby Saint II · 08-25-2010, 06:21 PM

Looking good at DE. Now can we please have some help with the DT?

strato · 08-25-2010, 06:26 PM

Originally Posted by Rugby Saint II

Looking good at DE. Now can we please have some help with the DT?

Amen to that...

B_Dub_Saint · 08-25-2010, 06:26 PM

Dont be surprised if Juneya Galette will be seeing a lot of action. That kids motor never stops. You should see him in training camp. He is going to be a hidden gem.

QBREES9 · 08-25-2010, 10:44 PM

Why the Bears let Brown go is beyond me. But they did, and we have have him.

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Threaded by papz Problem? Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: New Orleans Posts: 11,681 Rating: (0 votes - average) By Scouts Inc.'s Matt Williamson Now that Charles Grant is gone, how will the Saints' defensive ends fare in 2010? Will Smith remains a fixture at right defensive end. There is no reason to expect anything but another tremendous season from Smith. He is one of the better 4-3 ends in the league and is in the prime of his career. At one point, Grant was considered to be nearly in Smith’s class. That has not been the case lately, though, and Grant is now in Miami playing in their three-man front. This illustrates how his value has fallen off as an edge rusher. The Saints were wise to acquire Alex Brown to fill Grant’s shoes. Why the Bears let Brown go is beyond me. He would be an excellent No. 2 defensive end opposite Julius Peppers, but Chicago’s loss is New Orleans’ gain. Now Brown will fill that role opposite Smith. Durable and reliable, Brown will also be playing in better weather and overall conditions conducive to rushing the quarterback. Expect his production to increase in the Big Easy, and he should approach double-digit sacks. Brown is a clear upgrade over the level of play that Grant displayed in 2009, both as a pass-rusher and against the run. Read the rest here... Scouts Inc.: Saints' defensive ends - NFC South Blog - ESPN Last edited by papz; 12-24-2011 at 06:47 PM..
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strato Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: "Little Ole Town in Tejas" Posts: 7,586	Originally Posted by Rugby Saint II Looking good at DE. Now can we please have some help with the DT? Amen to that...

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