Jamal Branch lovers....
 

I just noticed that the Saints activated Jamal Branch from the practice squad on the 24th. Look for him to see some playing time.

RE: Jamal Branch lovers....
 

Awesome, I'm ready...goodbye Stecker

RE: Jamal Branch lovers....
 

A sign that Deuce and Reggie will see little, if any, action against the Panthers.

RE: Jamal Branch lovers....
 

stecker is on the injury report with a knee injury...probably the reason for bringing up Branch

RE: Jamal Branch lovers....
 

I say that if Branch does a good job, we get rid of Stecker. Branch will be a cheaper backup and judging by the preseason he is a really hard runner. We don't need a change of pace back anymore. Let Stecker go.

RE: Jamal Branch lovers....
 

is he that lil RB that was awesome in the preseason?

You bet. I saw this kid at training camp and was impressed. He's going to be a good one I think. Just needs some playing time.

sweet... me n my step dad was talkin about him the other day but we couldnt remember his name... i hope he gets ample playing time this week so we can see what he really can do against a pretty good carolina D... they still have a shot at the playoffs so im sure they will be fighting for that spot

I wonder if the Saints will go for the win against the Panthers, 11-5 going into the playoffs would be big but at the same time I understand that you don't want key players to get injured, I guess we won't know for sure who's playing until Sunday morning..
Personally I'd love for us to beat the Panthers being we owe them one, maybe we can beat them without our starters, that would be a huge insult to the Panthers..
I think it's important for Jamie Martin to play some this game going into the playoffs, might be good for us if he starts the game and plays 4 Qtrs to give him the feel of the game being he hasn't played in a regular game since last season, for those who aren't familiar with Martin might be surprised in how well this guy plays the game, he's a great backup to Brees IMO..

I look for the backups to play quite a bit. I don't think Payton will take the risk of getting our starters hurt before the playoffs. Besides, he know i'll be in the stands for the playoff game! :lol:

I feel that Payton should sit the key players and play this like a preseason game..Remember Brees got hurt in the last game of the season last year..The team has nothing to gain from this game except braging rights is that worth any injury? If the Panthers make the playoffs then so be it if we have to play them than we will take care of buisness..But I just don't think it's worth the risk.

Play to win and keep the momentum going. Any player could be in a car crash on the way home too.

I think maintaining the momentum with a win is just as important as keeping our starters healthy. It's a fine balance but I think with smart coaching Payton can do both.

if they play brees for more than 2 series or 1 TD, then I'll be fuming mad!!!!! :evil:

I can't wait to see what he can do.

Branch is fantastic. I hope we keep Deuce until he retires. My wish is to keep Reggie Bush as well and, with Deuce gone, Branch will replace him as the power back. I believe, in the future, Branch can be just as effective as Deuce is now. Obviously, we're probably not going to continue to use this same scheme for years. It is kinda neat to think about, though - especially since the scheme has been working so well for us this year.