2022 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook

Boston Saint · 06-19-2022, 12:38 PM

Originally Posted by cmike

Is this even MT in the video!!! His dreads sure grew VERY long in a year.

I’m not doubting it is him. I am wondering why he isn’t posting videos that remove the doubt.

At this point I’ve seen as much verifiable footage of Bigfoot as I have of Michael Thomas working out and being ready to play.

Boston Saint · 06-19-2022, 12:50 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

Got a question. What exactly, and I mean exactly, has Michael Thomas done that can be clearly labeled as a diva type act? Not saying anyone's lying, but I'm just having trouble identifying those clear diva moments.

Are you not even reading other user’s posts (not surprising)? Users are giving clear examples.

Rugby Saint II · 06-19-2022, 01:09 PM

Originally Posted by Boston Saint

Are you not even reading other user’s posts (not surprising)? Users are giving clear examples.

Apparently not...

Rugby Saint II · 06-19-2022, 01:31 PM

Originally Posted by SaintFanInATLHELL

While there isn't a lot of coverage on the Saints nationally, players turned analysts like Marcus Spears and Dan Orlovsky have been pretty consistent this offseason saying watch out for the Saints in the NFC.

National media drives eyeballs and clicks by questioning what they see. The question they ask about the Saints is whether or not Winston is the Winston from Tampa Bay 3 years ago, the Winston in the first 7 games of last year, or possibly something else. What the media is consistent about is that they will question, and question, and question until you actually deliver. And then they will start questioning again right after that.

You could see this in the past few weeks and this week with the NBA. The drumbeat question was "Will Steph Curry be considered an all time great if he wins a 4th championship and finally wins the Finals MVP?" this question was asked each and every day. It comes to pass on Thursday. The question on Friday?: "Can the Warriors repeat as champions and can Curry win another MVP?"

It's just how their producers operate. Frankly, it gets old after a while. But it is the reason the questions in the NFC are always "Can Dak and the Cowboys...?" "Can Arod and Green Bay...?" "Can Brady do it again?" "Can Philly climb the mountain again?"

The Saints used to be on that list with Brees because of the 2009 SB Win. But Winston is promise unfulfilled with the nation media. So, they will continue to question until that question is answered.

It's always best to just ignore it. I generally just treat it as background noise in the mornings...

SFIAH

After we surprise everybody this year by going deep in the playoffs the questions will be:

:Michael Thomas is getting up there in age. How long can he keep this up?

:Can DA reproduce this "lucky season"? Will he be able to motivate the team with over a year since Payton retired?

:Will they be able to get under the cap?

:Will they be able to re-sign all their free agents again?

:Can Olave repeat his numbers or will there be a sophomore slump? Rinse and repeat the question for all the rookies.

:Can Winston keep up his spectacular play? Will his knee still bother him this year? Was it just a fluke year? Will the Saints re-sign him? Will he stay motivated if he signs a contract? Yada yada yada.

:Will Landry and the Honey Badger be back? if not, where will they go?(change the subject)

:Will Cam Jordan retire? Why not? He's obviously on the decline.

:Will the Saints keep their core team together?

:Who will replace the assistant coaches who took promotions elsewhere after a great season?

:Will ________________(insert stupid question here)?

Rinse and repeat ad nauseum.......

BakoSaint · 06-19-2022, 04:11 PM

I didnt hate cameron meredith when we moved on i just doubted his ability to contribute due to the slow progress of his rehab.

SmashMouth · 06-19-2022, 08:19 PM

Originally Posted by Boston Saint

I’m not doubting it is him. I am wondering why he isn’t posting videos that remove the doubt.

At this point I’ve seen as much verifiable footage of Bigfoot as I have of Michael Thomas working out and being ready to play.

I wonder if Bigfoot likes Popeyes Sammiches like Peat does...

The Dude · 06-20-2022, 12:14 AM

I hope he can get back healthy and show a little more maturity and gets back on the field just as dominant as he was. Unfortunately I think he’s the kind of player that will need a change of scenery before he gets to that point.

saintsfan1976 · 06-20-2022, 09:01 AM

Show me on the field.

Rugby Saint II · 06-20-2022, 11:55 AM

Originally Posted by The Dude

I hope he can get back healthy and show a little more maturity and gets back on the field just as dominant as he was. Unfortunately I think he’s the kind of player that will need a change of scenery before he gets to that point.

That's what I'm thinking too. On the bright side....I won't miss him like most good players who leave here. If he turns it around. Great! If not. Buh bye!

AsylumGuido · 06-20-2022, 11:58 AM

Originally Posted by Boston Saint

Are you not even reading other user’s posts (not surprising)? Users are giving clear examples.

I'm now reading posts. Been busy running an estate sale for the past week for my 95 year old mother-in-law.

I'm seeing clear examples of why people have formed the opinion that they don't like him. Mainly his reaction, like many others, to Drew's baited statement about kneeling during the anthem and his decision to trust his personal sources to wait before going down the surgery path. Add to that his supposedly ignoring attempts to contact him. Those are all perfectly viable reason to dislike him, I suppose. But, none of those are what I would classify as "diva" behavior. A diva is defined as someone who is temperamental and hard to please. A diva will go to the press to complain about touches for example. Antonio Brown is a diva. It's all about him and he let's everyone know that. Michael Thomas is never out there spouting off or complaining.

Once again, I understand why some of you dislike him, but I just haven't seen that claimed "diva" tag being accurate.

06-19-2022, 12:38 PM	#921
Boston Saint 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 5,137	Re: Michael Thomas Progress Originally Posted by cmike Is this even MT in the video!!! His dreads sure grew VERY long in a year. I’m not doubting it is him. I am wondering why he isn’t posting videos that remove the doubt. At this point I’ve seen as much verifiable footage of Bigfoot as I have of Michael Thomas working out and being ready to play. SmashMouth, Rugby Saint II and cmike like this.

06-19-2022, 12:50 PM	#922
Boston Saint 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 5,137	Re: Michael Thomas Progress Originally Posted by AsylumGuido Got a question. What exactly, and I mean exactly, has Michael Thomas done that can be clearly labeled as a diva type act? Not saying anyone's lying, but I'm just having trouble identifying those clear diva moments. Are you not even reading other user’s posts (not surprising)? Users are giving clear examples. turbo_dog, Rugby Saint II, dizzle88 and 1 others like this.

06-19-2022, 01:09 PM	#923
Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,044	Re: Michael Thomas Progress Originally Posted by Boston Saint Are you not even reading other user’s posts (not surprising)? Users are giving clear examples. Apparently not... dizzle88, K Major, SaintGnome and 1 others like this.

06-19-2022, 01:31 PM	#924
Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,044	Re: 2022 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook Originally Posted by SaintFanInATLHELL While there isn't a lot of coverage on the Saints nationally, players turned analysts like Marcus Spears and Dan Orlovsky have been pretty consistent this offseason saying watch out for the Saints in the NFC. National media drives eyeballs and clicks by questioning what they see. The question they ask about the Saints is whether or not Winston is the Winston from Tampa Bay 3 years ago, the Winston in the first 7 games of last year, or possibly something else. What the media is consistent about is that they will question, and question, and question until you actually deliver. And then they will start questioning again right after that. You could see this in the past few weeks and this week with the NBA. The drumbeat question was "Will Steph Curry be considered an all time great if he wins a 4th championship and finally wins the Finals MVP?" this question was asked each and every day. It comes to pass on Thursday. The question on Friday?: "Can the Warriors repeat as champions and can Curry win another MVP?" It's just how their producers operate. Frankly, it gets old after a while. But it is the reason the questions in the NFC are always "Can Dak and the Cowboys...?" "Can Arod and Green Bay...?" "Can Brady do it again?" "Can Philly climb the mountain again?" The Saints used to be on that list with Brees because of the 2009 SB Win. But Winston is promise unfulfilled with the nation media. So, they will continue to question until that question is answered. It's always best to just ignore it. I generally just treat it as background noise in the mornings... SFIAH After we surprise everybody this year by going deep in the playoffs the questions will be: :Michael Thomas is getting up there in age. How long can he keep this up? :Can DA reproduce this "lucky season"? Will he be able to motivate the team with over a year since Payton retired? :Will they be able to get under the cap? :Will they be able to re-sign all their free agents again? :Can Olave repeat his numbers or will there be a sophomore slump? Rinse and repeat the question for all the rookies. :Can Winston keep up his spectacular play? Will his knee still bother him this year? Was it just a fluke year? Will the Saints re-sign him? Will he stay motivated if he signs a contract? Yada yada yada. :Will Landry and the Honey Badger be back? if not, where will they go?(change the subject) :Will Cam Jordan retire? Why not? He's obviously on the decline. :Will the Saints keep their core team together? :Who will replace the assistant coaches who took promotions elsewhere after a great season? :Will ________________(insert stupid question here)? Rinse and repeat ad nauseum....... Boston Saint likes this.
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06-19-2022, 04:11 PM	#925
BakoSaint 1000 Posts + Join Date: Dec 2018 Posts: 2,129	Re: Michael Thomas Progress I didnt hate cameron meredith when we moved on i just doubted his ability to contribute due to the slow progress of his rehab.
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SmashMouth I donated, did you? Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mandeville, LA Posts: 38,123 Blog Entries: 29	Re: Michael Thomas Progress Originally Posted by Boston Saint I’m not doubting it is him. I am wondering why he isn’t posting videos that remove the doubt. At this point I’ve seen as much verifiable footage of Bigfoot as I have of Michael Thomas working out and being ready to play. I wonder if Bigfoot likes Popeyes Sammiches like Peat does... subguy and Boston Saint like this.

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The Dude 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 9,048	Re: Michael Thomas Progress I hope he can get back healthy and show a little more maturity and gets back on the field just as dominant as he was. Unfortunately I think he’s the kind of player that will need a change of scenery before he gets to that point. subguy and Rugby Saint II like this.
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06-20-2022, 11:55 AM	#929
Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,044	Re: Michael Thomas Progress Originally Posted by The Dude I hope he can get back healthy and show a little more maturity and gets back on the field just as dominant as he was. Unfortunately I think he’s the kind of player that will need a change of scenery before he gets to that point. That's what I'm thinking too. On the bright side....I won't miss him like most good players who leave here. If he turns it around. Great! If not. Buh bye!

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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,170	Re: Michael Thomas Progress Originally Posted by Boston Saint Are you not even reading other user’s posts (not surprising)? Users are giving clear examples. I'm now reading posts. Been busy running an estate sale for the past week for my 95 year old mother-in-law. I'm seeing clear examples of why people have formed the opinion that they don't like him. Mainly his reaction, like many others, to Drew's baited statement about kneeling during the anthem and his decision to trust his personal sources to wait before going down the surgery path. Add to that his supposedly ignoring attempts to contact him. Those are all perfectly viable reason to dislike him, I suppose. But, none of those are what I would classify as "diva" behavior. A diva is defined as someone who is temperamental and hard to please. A diva will go to the press to complain about touches for example. Antonio Brown is a diva. It's all about him and he let's everyone know that. Michael Thomas is never out there spouting off or complaining. Once again, I understand why some of you dislike him, but I just haven't seen that claimed "diva" tag being accurate.
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