Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston

CharityMike · 09-13-2017, 03:56 PM

Posted by Darin Gantt on September 13, 2017, 1:54 PM EDT

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The Saints need some offensive line help for the next few weeks, and they’re looking at some experienced options.

According to Josh Katzenstein of the New Orleans Times-Picayune, the Saints are working out blockers today, including NFLPA president Eric Winston.

The 33-year-old Winston was cut by the Bengals, but could step in quickly in the short term since Zach Strief if going to miss a few weeks with an MCL sprain.

Earl Watford (who was in camp with the Jaguars), and Dallas Thomas (Eagles) are also among the workouts. Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston – ProFootballTalk

MatthewT · 09-13-2017, 04:44 PM

Ok, one problem being addressed. Where are the DBs?

ChrisXVI · 09-13-2017, 04:51 PM

We're not going to find a good replacement for Strief right now. There aren't anywhere near enough good O-Linemen to start on all 32 teams. We're going to plug in Bryce Harris and it probably won't be a great outcome but what can you do.

dizzle88 · 09-13-2017, 04:56 PM

Originally Posted by MatthewT

Ok, one problem being addressed. Where are the DBs?

I'm starting to think Vaccaro is not the answer at safety, he's not all he's cracked up to be.

Raphael Bush understands zone concepts better.

It's frustrating because our safeties go elsewhere and play better, Malcolm Jenkins is an all pro now, Bush played great with the Lions and even Roman Harper grabbed a couple ints with the panthers in 2015.

WillMacKenzie · 09-13-2017, 05:12 PM

I think if you can generate ANY sort of QB pressure, your secondary play will look improved instantly and dramatically.

But now it's regular season and where did it all go? Poor game by DA, and honestly poor communication and recognition at many points by some of the players.

foreverfan · 09-13-2017, 10:50 PM

Originally Posted by CharityMike

Posted by Darin Gantt on September 13, 2017, 1:54 PM EDT

Getty Images
The Saints need some offensive line help for the next few weeks, and they’re looking at some experienced options.

According to Josh Katzenstein of the New Orleans Times-Picayune, the Saints are working out blockers today, including NFLPA president Eric Winston.

The 33-year-old Winston was cut by the Bengals, but could step in quickly in the short term since Zach Strief if going to miss a few weeks with an MCL sprain.

Earl Watford (who was in camp with the Jaguars), and Dallas Thomas (Eagles) are also among the workouts. Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston – ProFootballTalk

Just taking a smell around the league...

QBREES9 · 09-13-2017, 11:02 PM

The Defense was on the field way to long. The Offense needs to help out.

nola_swammi · 09-14-2017, 01:52 AM

Until the saints show they can handle rub routes and short crossing routes, they're going to be a lot more 3rd down conversions

CheramieIII · 09-14-2017, 06:38 AM

I'm not against trading our entire draft next year for a good future QB, 2 offensive lineman and 1 great DT

Rugby Saint II · 09-14-2017, 05:42 PM

Is this going to be our Achilles heel?

09-13-2017, 03:56 PM	#1
CharityMike Site Donor 2018 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Mid City, New Orleans Posts: 3,556	Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston Posted by Darin Gantt on September 13, 2017, 1:54 PM EDT Getty Images The Saints need some offensive line help for the next few weeks, and they’re looking at some experienced options. According to Josh Katzenstein of the New Orleans Times-Picayune, the Saints are working out blockers today, including NFLPA president Eric Winston. The 33-year-old Winston was cut by the Bengals, but could step in quickly in the short term since Zach Strief if going to miss a few weeks with an MCL sprain. Earl Watford (who was in camp with the Jaguars), and Dallas Thomas (Eagles) are also among the workouts. Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston – ProFootballTalk

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MatthewT 1000 Posts + Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Mississippi Posts: 2,705	Re: Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston Ok, one problem being addressed. Where are the DBs?

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ChrisXVI 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 11,482	Re: Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston We're not going to find a good replacement for Strief right now. There aren't anywhere near enough good O-Linemen to start on all 32 teams. We're going to plug in Bryce Harris and it probably won't be a great outcome but what can you do. Rugby Saint II likes this.

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dizzle88 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 10,838	Re: Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston Originally Posted by MatthewT Ok, one problem being addressed. Where are the DBs? I'm starting to think Vaccaro is not the answer at safety, he's not all he's cracked up to be. Raphael Bush understands zone concepts better. It's frustrating because our safeties go elsewhere and play better, Malcolm Jenkins is an all pro now, Bush played great with the Lions and even Roman Harper grabbed a couple ints with the panthers in 2015.

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WillMacKenzie 1000 Posts + Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,627	Re: Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston I think if you can generate ANY sort of QB pressure, your secondary play will look improved instantly and dramatically. But now it's regular season and where did it all go? Poor game by DA, and honestly poor communication and recognition at many points by some of the players. K Major likes this.

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foreverfan 12,000 BS Posts Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Metairie, LA Posts: 13,457 Blog Entries: 5	Re: Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston Originally Posted by CharityMike Posted by Darin Gantt on September 13, 2017, 1:54 PM EDT Getty Images The Saints need some offensive line help for the next few weeks, and they’re looking at some experienced options. According to Josh Katzenstein of the New Orleans Times-Picayune, the Saints are working out blockers today, including NFLPA president Eric Winston. The 33-year-old Winston was cut by the Bengals, but could step in quickly in the short term since Zach Strief if going to miss a few weeks with an MCL sprain. Earl Watford (who was in camp with the Jaguars), and Dallas Thomas (Eagles) are also among the workouts. Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston – ProFootballTalk Just taking a smell around the league... neugey and QBREES9 like this.

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QBREES9 Moderator Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: New Haven Ct Posts: 23,982	Re: Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston The Defense was on the field way to long. The Offense needs to help out.

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nola_swammi 1000 Posts + Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Monroe, La Posts: 2,626	Re: Saints working out linemen, including Eric Winston Until the saints show they can handle rub routes and short crossing routes, they're going to be a lot more 3rd down conversions

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