Roster Weaknesses?

MatthewT · 06-09-2006, 05:17 PM

If the Saints really do have a problem at OL, I think the coaches will do a decent job of masking it. Basically to mask the problem is to keep defenses from blitzing. This can be done with a smart QB, and fast playmakers. The Saints have that going for them. Just think, a defense sends a blitz, Brees takes a three step drop and throws a quick pass to Bush, he then turns it into an easy 8 to 10 yard gain. Draw play to McAllister up the middle for another easy 8 to 10 yards. Do this type of stuff enough and the defenses stop sending the blitz. Another method is to use some spread formations. If a defense decides to blitz, then hitting Henderson, Stallworth, or Horn on a quick hitch will gain some very nice yards.

I would say my biggest concern is going to be injuries at almost any position. The Saints are loaded in a couple areas, but lets face it, if a guy like Brees, Will Smith, Charles Grant, or Mike McKenzie goes down, it may be another top 3 draft pick coming to the Saints next year.

JimBone · 06-09-2006, 05:38 PM

Well that is pretty much the case for 28 out of the 32 teams in the NFL...every team has depth at some positions, but no one has depth at all positions...and every team has that one guy they cant afford to lose...If peyton manning goes down, if Carson Palmer isnt healthy, Shaun Alexander cant be replaced...even the best teams have those issues. Injuries are a part of the game and you just have to hope that you dont lose your go-to guy and the guys you do lose better be the ones you can replace.

gandhi1007 · 06-09-2006, 07:28 PM

Originally Posted by saintswhodi

I think I am no longer gonna argue with folks who are clearly delusional. :P

What????????

saintswhodi · 06-09-2006, 07:41 PM

Originally Posted by gandhi1007

Originally Posted by saintswhodi

I think I am no longer gonna argue with folks who are clearly delusional. :P

What????????

Wasn't for you bud.

NewMexSaint · 06-09-2006, 08:03 PM

Whodi ??? Your very amusing and informative, but why so combative all the time? Does everything have to be drama ?lol lol J/K

gandhi1007 · 06-09-2006, 10:37 PM

Originally Posted by saintswhodi

Originally Posted by gandhi1007

Originally Posted by saintswhodi

I think I am no longer gonna argue with folks who are clearly delusional. :P

What????????

Wasn't for you bud.

Gotcha'.

jdiggy · 06-11-2006, 12:16 PM

I think I am no longer gonna argue with folks who are clearly delusional.

Delusional is a Saints fan who still cares after 30+ years of mediocrity sprinkled w/ some incredible moments of joy.

Which part of my previous posting do you find to be delusional?

wheelman · 06-11-2006, 04:25 PM

Our biggest weakness is the right tackle. I don't trust Stinch to stay healthy, and I don't like moving Nesbit to tackle. Strief, IMO, may be the starter this year. He may turn out to be a steal, but he's only a rookie.

hagan714 · 06-11-2006, 04:45 PM

Originally Posted by saintswhodi

I think I am no longer gonna argue with folks who are clearly delusional. :P

:P that was for me :P

jdiggy · 06-11-2006, 09:40 PM

Originally Posted by hagan714

Originally Posted by saintswhodi

I think I am no longer gonna argue with folks who are clearly delusional. :P

:P that was for me :P

ah, i was wondering what that was all about? Thanks.

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gandhi1007 Part Time Pimp Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 1,967	Originally Posted by saintswhodi I think I am no longer gonna argue with folks who are clearly delusional. :P What????????

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saintswhodi 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 6,941	Originally Posted by gandhi1007 Originally Posted by saintswhodi I think I am no longer gonna argue with folks who are clearly delusional. :P What???????? Wasn't for you bud.

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gandhi1007 Part Time Pimp Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 1,967	Originally Posted by saintswhodi Originally Posted by gandhi1007 Originally Posted by saintswhodi I think I am no longer gonna argue with folks who are clearly delusional. :P What???????? Wasn't for you bud. Gotcha'.

06-11-2006, 04:25 PM	#18
wheelman Sammich Lover Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 682	Our biggest weakness is the right tackle. I don't trust Stinch to stay healthy, and I don't like moving Nesbit to tackle. Strief, IMO, may be the starter this year. He may turn out to be a steal, but he's only a rookie.
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06-09-2006, 05:17 PM	#11
MatthewT 1000 Posts + Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Mississippi Posts: 2,729	If the Saints really do have a problem at OL, I think the coaches will do a decent job of masking it. Basically to mask the problem is to keep defenses from blitzing. This can be done with a smart QB, and fast playmakers. The Saints have that going for them. Just think, a defense sends a blitz, Brees takes a three step drop and throws a quick pass to Bush, he then turns it into an easy 8 to 10 yard gain. Draw play to McAllister up the middle for another easy 8 to 10 yards. Do this type of stuff enough and the defenses stop sending the blitz. Another method is to use some spread formations. If a defense decides to blitz, then hitting Henderson, Stallworth, or Horn on a quick hitch will gain some very nice yards. I would say my biggest concern is going to be injuries at almost any position. The Saints are loaded in a couple areas, but lets face it, if a guy like Brees, Will Smith, Charles Grant, or Mike McKenzie goes down, it may be another top 3 draft pick coming to the Saints next year.

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hagan714 LB Mentallity Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 15,870 Blog Entries: 68	Originally Posted by saintswhodi I think I am no longer gonna argue with folks who are clearly delusional. :P :P that was for me :P

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jdiggy 100th Post Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Ol' Metry Posts: 239	Originally Posted by hagan714 Originally Posted by saintswhodi I think I am no longer gonna argue with folks who are clearly delusional. :P :P that was for me :P ah, i was wondering what that was all about? Thanks.