New Orleans Saints: Despite obstacles, repeat is possible

Halo · 02-10-2010, 12:37 PM

By Ed Daniels - I remember the conversation vividly. LSU football coach Les Miles was watching the LSU baseball team celebrate a College World Series title in Omaha.

I asked Miles what was Paul Mainieri thinking about? He said, “Winning the next one.”

So, soon?

“Yes, said Miles, “I guarantee it.”

So, it was no surprise Tuesday night at the Saints victory parade when Saints coach Sean Payton at Gallier Hall said, “See you next year.”

And it can happen next year.

In the past 21 years in the NFL, 4 franchises have had repeats. The 49ers, Cowboys, Broncos and Patriots all won back-to-back Super Bowl titles.

All four had this in common: Elite play from the quarterback position.

So, yes it can happen again next year. But, I think it is very unlikely.

Several factors prevent clubs from winning consecutive titles...

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Danno · 02-10-2010, 01:06 PM

TWO DAT!!!

Our core group of players is very young, and we only have a few key free agents to re-sign.

We're going into 2010 stronger than ever.

Tobias-Reiper · 02-10-2010, 02:54 PM

Originally Posted by Danno

TWO DAT!!!

Our core group of players is very young, and we only have a few key free agents to re-sign.

We're going into 2010 stronger than ever.

..may want to trademark that one..

saintfan · 02-10-2010, 03:29 PM

Originally Posted by Danno

TWO DAT!!!

That belongs on a t-shirt...

jnormand · 02-10-2010, 01:15 PM

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 · 02-11-2010, 12:35 PM

Originally Posted by 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.

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 · 02-12-2010, 11:24 PM

Originally Posted by 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.

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 · 02-13-2010, 08:57 AM

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.

Euphoria · 02-10-2010, 01:22 PM

The one thing I like about our teams chances maybe not repeating next year but real soon is that yes they are a young group but also that D isn't nearly where Greg Williams wants it to be. Its like we are just getting started. We just have to balance upgrading each unit despite some major upgrades on D.

breesfan27 · 02-10-2010, 01:25 PM

This is the start of our dynasty! We WILL repeat! Super Bowl XLV Champs! WHO DAT!

02-10-2010, 12:37 PM	#1
Halo Site Donor MONTHLY Join Date: May 2002 Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 20,860 Blog Entries: 45	New Orleans Saints: Despite obstacles, repeat is possible By Ed Daniels - I remember the conversation vividly. LSU football coach Les Miles was watching the LSU baseball team celebrate a College World Series title in Omaha. I asked Miles what was Paul Mainieri thinking about? He said, “Winning the next one.” So, soon? “Yes, said Miles, “I guarantee it.” So, it was no surprise Tuesday night at the Saints victory parade when Saints coach Sean Payton at Gallier Hall said, “See you next year.” And it can happen next year. In the past 21 years in the NFL, 4 franchises have had repeats. The 49ers, Cowboys, Broncos and Patriots all won back-to-back Super Bowl titles. All four had this in common: Elite play from the quarterback position. So, yes it can happen again next year. But, I think it is very unlikely. Several factors prevent clubs from winning consecutive titles... READ THE REST AT NEWORLEANS.COM Attached Thumbnails

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Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,750	Re: New Orleans Saints: Despite obstacles, repeat is possible TWO DAT!!! Our core group of players is very young, and we only have a few key free agents to re-sign. We're going into 2010 stronger than ever.

02-10-2010, 02:54 PM	#3
Tobias-Reiper Merces Letifer Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 4,161	Re: New Orleans Saints: Despite obstacles, repeat is possible Originally Posted by Danno TWO DAT!!! Our core group of players is very young, and we only have a few key free agents to re-sign. We're going into 2010 stronger than ever. ..may want to trademark that one..

02-10-2010, 03:29 PM	#4
saintfan Donated Plasma Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 18,556 Blog Entries: 5	Re: New Orleans Saints: Despite obstacles, repeat is possible Originally Posted by Danno TWO DAT!!! That belongs on a t-shirt...

02-10-2010, 01:15 PM	#5
jnormand 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: The Free State of Idaho Posts: 5,740	Re: New Orleans Saints: Despite obstacles, repeat is possible 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.

02-11-2010, 12:35 PM	#6
the-commish Longtime WhoDat Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 529	Re: New Orleans Saints: Despite obstacles, repeat is possible Originally Posted by 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. 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.

02-12-2010, 11:24 PM	#7
iceshack149 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 4,356 Blog Entries: 1	Re: New Orleans Saints: Despite obstacles, repeat is possible Originally Posted by 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. 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.

02-13-2010, 08:57 AM	#8
arsaint Saint Historian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: deep in the bowels of a hidden bunker, somewhere under the brick & steel of a nondescript building.. Posts: 2,732	Re: New Orleans Saints: Despite obstacles, repeat is possible 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.

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Euphoria 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Hollywood, CA Posts: 7,601 Blog Entries: 5	Re: New Orleans Saints: Despite obstacles, repeat is possible The one thing I like about our teams chances maybe not repeating next year but real soon is that yes they are a young group but also that D isn't nearly where Greg Williams wants it to be. Its like we are just getting started. We just have to balance upgrading each unit despite some major upgrades on D.

02-10-2010, 01:25 PM	#10
breesfan27 Mrs. Drew Brees Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The Who Dat Nation (by way of South Dakota) Posts: 2,276 Blog Entries: 1	Re: New Orleans Saints: Despite obstacles, repeat is possible This is the start of our dynasty! We WILL repeat! Super Bowl XLV Champs! WHO DAT!