So far, so good for Saints top draft pick
 

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He's been a pain in the rear for a couple days now, splitting double-teams and getting in the backfield," head coach Sean Payton said.

Practices have been closed to the public and media, but by Payton's account, Ellis, who starred at Southern California, appears to be in good shape and has performed as expected.

"It's real important to him. He's got a lot of the things we're looking for," Payton said. "He's an explosive player. I think he's got a want-to. He's been a part of a winning program. I like him. I like what I've seen."