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this is a discussion within the Saints Community Forum; Originally Posted by poydras This is where the "no practice in pads" rule is going to hurt the Saints. How are we going to get our rookies up to speed by the start of the season? It's like learning how ...
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08-04-2011, 08:33 AM | #11 |
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Originally Posted by poydras
I was under the impression that they'll work with pads on today when the signed veterans join the practices? Not sure though...
Anyway, as for Tennant, his reps aren't going to go down with the introduction of the vets like with most other less experienced players since he is the No 1 center on the roster. And, furthermore, It'll surely help him to go against the "big dogs" not that SR isn't a whale of a man. http://media.nola.com/tpphotos/photo...1-standard.jpg As a further side note from the TP comments section,
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08-04-2011, 08:41 AM | #12 |
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Actually, the rules allow pads in pracice, but a very limited number of times for the entire season and the fines for infractions are in the 6 digit range.
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08-04-2011, 08:45 AM | #13 |
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OK. Well I think that the key thing for Tennant to improve on would be his timing with Brees and any line change duties that Goodwin had, neither of which really need pads to work on.
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To me the question is, if we have money to spend on a big name free agent, would we rather spend it on Kreutz to replace Tennant (who may not even need to be replaced) or go after Lofa Tatupu to replace Scott Shanle?
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08-04-2011, 11:11 PM | #18 |
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Kreutz would likely sign a one year deal; this would allow Tennant time to develop and provide a great insurance plan on this season and the investments (FA Signings) made for this season...
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08-04-2011, 11:26 PM | #19 |
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Good veteran presence if it's a 1 year mentality. I agree, we still need to upgrade that OLB position.
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