Roman Harper prefers returning to New Orleans Saints to being a coveted free agent

07-01-2011, 10:14 AM

As a Pro Bowl player the past two years, New Orleans Saints safety Roman Harper would be a coveted free agent if a new collective bargaining agreement is reached, but he said Thursday he hopes to be back in New Orleans for the 2011 season.

"I plan on (being in New Orleans), but you never know how this crazy business will work," said Harper, who was the Saints' second-round selection in the 2006 draft. "It's not always up to me. I don't always get to make the decisions."

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Luda34 · 07-01-2011, 11:09 AM

I would like for him to come back.

the-commish · 07-01-2011, 12:11 PM

Loomis will re-sign Roman Harper. He is a hybrid SS/LB, and is the only one that we had on the roster. The Saints realize his value.

And to those of you who say he is not good in coverage, you are correct. I just think he does so much else well, that he is definitely worth not only having on the roster, but being a "starter."

Cory9289 · 07-01-2011, 10:21 PM

Harper is perfect for our defense, once we get our LB issues ironed out, our blitzing will be awesome.

dizzle88 · 07-02-2011, 06:19 AM

In all fairness Harper is perfect for our defense. Just think of this - harper gets atleast around 3 sacks a year from safety, he forced about 6 fumbles both of the past couple years and the guy can hit.

Everyone still remembers the last game vs hawks because they embarrassed harper bad in pass coverage, I know everyone aswell as myself was saying get rid of Harper at that point but hey everyone has bad days even drew did. The guy is versatile on the field and a solid player

AlaskaSaints · 07-06-2011, 05:13 PM

I appreciate Roman Harper's loyalty and persistence. But the adversity that he persists through is just costing us too many points per game and too many games per season.

For the Lord's sake, he was RUN DOWN by a rookie quarterback that he had a five yard head start on!!!

He was BEAT for THREE... Count 'em THREE touchdowns against the Seahawks, and we ALL know that if we had struggled through that game we would still be World Champions!!!!

We simply have to cut our losses. It's business. If it were personal, he'd be in the Saints Hall of Fame.

Alaska

AlaskaSaints · 07-06-2011, 05:16 PM

YouTube - ‪Sam Bradford runs Roman Harper Down‬&rlm;

Sorry, Roman. Love you as a Saints fan loves a Saint, but...

Danno · 07-06-2011, 05:36 PM

Originally Posted by AlaskaSaints

I appreciate Roman Harper's loyalty and persistence. But the adversity that he persists through is just costing us too many points per game and too many games per season.

For the Lord's sake, he was RUN DOWN by a rookie quarterback that he had a five yard head start on!!!

He was BEAT for THREE... Count 'em THREE touchdowns against the Seahawks, and we ALL know that if we had struggled through that game we would still be World Champions!!!!

We simply have to cut our losses. It's business. If it were personal, he'd be in the Saints Hall of Fame.

Alaska

You missed the previous 16 games, in which he received more game balls from Gregg Williams than any other Saint on defense.

He ran out of gas, plain and simple.

Also, I think he was the ONLY Saint to NOT miss a tackle on the Lynch run.

Maverick2299 · 07-06-2011, 06:26 PM

He will be back, I think he gets way to much blame for the Seahawks game. Sharper looked slow and lets not forget that almost everyone of our players could not tackle Lynch. Also the D could not get any pressure on the QB.

Also, there is not one other free agent or backup player that can replace him right now.

Danno · 07-06-2011, 06:51 PM

Originally Posted by AlaskaSaints

For the Lord's sake, he was RUN DOWN by a rookie quarterback that he had a five yard head start on!!!

Bit of an exageration eh?

At 4 seconds, Harper is at the 5, Bradford at the 10

At 6 seconds, Harper is at the 20, Bradford is at the 22.

At 7 Seconds, Harper is at the 30, Bradford at the 29 (Harper has finally passes him)

At 11 seconds, you can see Harper start slowing down and looking behind him, gassed at Seattle's 40, this is actually when Bradford starts closing the gap.

At Seattle's 30, Harper is now carrying a piano and Bradford has closed to within 1 yard. This is when Harper starts to stop and turn OB.

At 20 seconds, Harper's pulling about 5 G's on the O2 mask.

So Bradford had the 5 yard head start and Harper passed him by 2 yards in a mere 20 yards.

If you're gonna hate on Harper, at least get the facts right.

07-01-2011, 10:14 AM	#1
Threaded by papz Problem? Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: New Orleans Posts: 11,786 Rating: (0 votes - average) As a Pro Bowl player the past two years, New Orleans Saints safety Roman Harper would be a coveted free agent if a new collective bargaining agreement is reached, but he said Thursday he hopes to be back in New Orleans for the 2011 season. "I plan on (being in New Orleans), but you never know how this crazy business will work," said Harper, who was the Saints' second-round selection in the 2006 draft. "It's not always up to me. I don't always get to make the decisions." Full article. Roman Harper prefers returning to New Orleans Saints to being a coveted free agent \| NOLA.com Last edited by papz; 12-24-2011 at 06:46 PM..
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07-01-2011, 10:21 PM	#4
Cory9289 100th Post Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 275	Harper is perfect for our defense, once we get our LB issues ironed out, our blitzing will be awesome.
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07-06-2011, 05:13 PM	#6
AlaskaSaints 1000 Posts + Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Anchorage, AK Posts: 2,484 Blog Entries: 2	I appreciate Roman Harper's loyalty and persistence. But the adversity that he persists through is just costing us too many points per game and too many games per season. For the Lord's sake, he was RUN DOWN by a rookie quarterback that he had a five yard head start on!!! He was BEAT for THREE... Count 'em THREE touchdowns against the Seahawks, and we ALL know that if we had struggled through that game we would still be World Champions!!!! We simply have to cut our losses. It's business. If it were personal, he'd be in the Saints Hall of Fame. Alaska
	HERE WE COME, TA GE' CHU!!!!

07-06-2011, 05:36 PM	#8
Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,756	Originally Posted by AlaskaSaints I appreciate Roman Harper's loyalty and persistence. But the adversity that he persists through is just costing us too many points per game and too many games per season. For the Lord's sake, he was RUN DOWN by a rookie quarterback that he had a five yard head start on!!! He was BEAT for THREE... Count 'em THREE touchdowns against the Seahawks, and we ALL know that if we had struggled through that game we would still be World Champions!!!! We simply have to cut our losses. It's business. If it were personal, he'd be in the Saints Hall of Fame. Alaska You missed the previous 16 games, in which he received more game balls from Gregg Williams than any other Saint on defense. He ran out of gas, plain and simple. Also, I think he was the ONLY Saint to NOT miss a tackle on the Lynch run.

07-06-2011, 06:51 PM	#10
Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,756	Originally Posted by AlaskaSaints For the Lord's sake, he was RUN DOWN by a rookie quarterback that he had a five yard head start on!!! Bit of an exageration eh? At 4 seconds, Harper is at the 5, Bradford at the 10 At 6 seconds, Harper is at the 20, Bradford is at the 22. At 7 Seconds, Harper is at the 30, Bradford at the 29 (Harper has finally passes him) At 11 seconds, you can see Harper start slowing down and looking behind him, gassed at Seattle's 40, this is actually when Bradford starts closing the gap. At Seattle's 30, Harper is now carrying a piano and Bradford has closed to within 1 yard. This is when Harper starts to stop and turn OB. At 20 seconds, Harper's pulling about 5 G's on the O2 mask. So Bradford had the 5 yard head start and Harper passed him by 2 yards in a mere 20 yards. If you're gonna hate on Harper, at least get the facts right.

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07-01-2011, 11:09 AM	#2
Luda34 1000 Posts + Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Houston Tx Posts: 1,219	I would like for him to come back.

07-01-2011, 12:11 PM	#3
the-commish Longtime WhoDat Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 529	Loomis will re-sign Roman Harper. He is a hybrid SS/LB, and is the only one that we had on the roster. The Saints realize his value. And to those of you who say he is not good in coverage, you are correct. I just think he does so much else well, that he is definitely worth not only having on the roster, but being a "starter."

07-02-2011, 06:19 AM	#5
dizzle88 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 11,528	In all fairness Harper is perfect for our defense. Just think of this - harper gets atleast around 3 sacks a year from safety, he forced about 6 fumbles both of the past couple years and the guy can hit. Everyone still remembers the last game vs hawks because they embarrassed harper bad in pass coverage, I know everyone aswell as myself was saying get rid of Harper at that point but hey everyone has bad days even drew did. The guy is versatile on the field and a solid player

07-06-2011, 06:26 PM	#9
Maverick2299 100th Post Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: VA Posts: 368	He will be back, I think he gets way to much blame for the Seahawks game. Sharper looked slow and lets not forget that almost everyone of our players could not tackle Lynch. Also the D could not get any pressure on the QB. Also, there is not one other free agent or backup player that can replace him right now.