Drew Brees and the Saints' backup QB battles, examining unlikely 6th-round pick Rufus Johnson, and more on 'Black and Gold Today'
 

With New Orleans Saints OTAs just around the corner, "Black and Gold Today" begins its daily look at the team's positions, starting with quarterback. Drew Brees' spot is safe, but how will a Rob Ryan-led defense and a Chris Ivory-less backfield impact Brees' offense?

Larry Holder also notes the mini-position battle between backups Seneca Wallace, Luke McCown and undrafted free agent Ryan Griffin.

Holder points out how Coach Sean Payton received another honor from his alma mater, Eastern Illinois, over the weekend. Plus, he notes how out of left field the selection of sixth-round pick Rufus Johnson was, and what the national media are saying about the selection.

Follow along Tuesday when "Black and Gold Today" continues its breakdown of the team's position battles heading into OTAs.

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Re: Drew Brees and the Saints' backup QB battles, examining unlikely 6th-round pick Rufus Johnson, and more on 'Black and Gold Today'
 

Great info. I hope whatever they see in Johnson is real & will show itself quickly

Re: Drew Brees and the Saints' backup QB battles, examining unlikely 6th-round pick Rufus Johnson, and more on 'Black and Gold Today'
 

Another head scratcher.......you just never know with this FO. Welcome to the NFL and the Saints practice squad.