jnormand

I think this team has a legitimate shot. This team thrived on being confident. Now, I think they are more confident than ever and know what it takes to get there.

the-commish

One other thing the Saints have going for them: the team has playoff experience. And, this experience includes close game wins; and our place kicker has experience, and has proven that he can get it done.

This cannot be overestimated.

iceshack149

Hartley impressed the blazes out of me in the NFCCG and the Superbowl.

Also, just like any other NFL team the Saints will have their injured players back next season. I like the Saints chances.

arsaint

Even Peon Sanders says we'll be back - if Farve retires!


Seriously, this team can certainly do it again.

If we can have a little more luck on the injury front and have our starting corners on the field for the entire season, I think we are a middle of the pack defense statistically. I also think having Heath Evans back will make the offense even more potent.

Without filling in any names, we could let a couple of guys go on defense and upgrade those postions to get more pressure on the QB and better run defense.

If we can do that (have Greer and Porter healthy), make a couple of defensive upgrades, keep Gregg Williams, and maintain the status quo on offense, this team should be playing in February again.