Saints RB Thomas, LB Wilson back at practice

Attached Thumbnails · 08-13-2013, 02:06 PM

Running back Pierre Thomas returned to practice Tuesday morning, his first session with contact since leaving the Aug. 7 practice with an undisclosed injury.

Thomas was limited in which drills he participated in, but did go through some 7-on-7 plays. That’s plenty for now, coach Sean Payton said.

“For a guy like Pierre, it’s not that he needs a lot of reps, but he needs X amount of reps from a running back standpoint to be in football shape,” Payton said. “His weight is down. Mentally he’s very sharp. He knows our system. It’s just a matter of him getting enough work that by the time we open up in September, his body is comfortable and he’s used to the physicality of the game.”

Meanwhile, outside linebacker Martez Wilson was dressed and back for the walk-through portion of practice. He didn't, however, participate in any contact drills.

About Wilson, Payton said, “When the time is right, we’ll have him back and taking reps. In the meantime, these younger guys are developing."
Receiver Courtney Roby left practice after injuring a toe on his left foot during the special teams portion of practice.

As for those who didn’t practice, receiver Marques Colston (foot), guard Andrew Tiller (undisclosed), center Eric Olsen (undisclosed), inside linebacker Chris Chamberlain (undisclosed) and cornerback Chris Carr (undisclosed) sat out.

LINKBACK TO WWLTV.COM

Danno · 08-13-2013, 02:09 PM

About Wilson, Payton said, “When the time is right, we’ll have him back and taking reps. In the meantime, these younger guys are developing."

I'm thinking Payton has also been impressed with what he's seen from some of the younger guys we have.

I can't wait to see if he plays some of them against Oakland's starters.

The Dude · 08-13-2013, 02:27 PM

Originally Posted by Danno

I'm thinking Payton has also been impressed with what he's seen from some of the younger guys we have.

I can't wait to see if he plays some of them against Oakland's starters.

I was too.

dizzle88 · 08-13-2013, 03:30 PM

Glad they are both back

One step closer for Tez getting back to his OLB spot, excited to see him play

TheOak · 08-13-2013, 03:37 PM

Depth.... Finally.

Rugby Saint II · 08-13-2013, 03:44 PM

The young guys are getting the reps...........our players are returning to the field. Improved competition may be the end result.

Beastmode · 08-13-2013, 03:46 PM

Originally Posted by TheOak

Depth.... Finally.

We do have good depth in several areas. I would not be surprised if we win out preseason for that reason.

FinSaint · 08-13-2013, 04:25 PM

So, Tom Johnson was back practicing?

08-13-2013, 02:06 PM	#1
Threaded by Halo Site Donor MONTHLY Join Date: May 2002 Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 20,722 Blog Entries: 45 Rating: (0 votes - average) Running back Pierre Thomas returned to practice Tuesday morning, his first session with contact since leaving the Aug. 7 practice with an undisclosed injury. Thomas was limited in which drills he participated in, but did go through some 7-on-7 plays. That’s plenty for now, coach Sean Payton said. “For a guy like Pierre, it’s not that he needs a lot of reps, but he needs X amount of reps from a running back standpoint to be in football shape,” Payton said. “His weight is down. Mentally he’s very sharp. He knows our system. It’s just a matter of him getting enough work that by the time we open up in September, his body is comfortable and he’s used to the physicality of the game.” Meanwhile, outside linebacker Martez Wilson was dressed and back for the walk-through portion of practice. He didn't, however, participate in any contact drills. About Wilson, Payton said, “When the time is right, we’ll have him back and taking reps. In the meantime, these younger guys are developing." Receiver Courtney Roby left practice after injuring a toe on his left foot during the special teams portion of practice. As for those who didn’t practice, receiver Marques Colston (foot), guard Andrew Tiller (undisclosed), center Eric Olsen (undisclosed), inside linebacker Chris Chamberlain (undisclosed) and cornerback Chris Carr (undisclosed) sat out. LINKBACK TO WWLTV.COM Attached Thumbnails
Views: 3892

08-13-2013, 02:09 PM	#2
Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,723	Re: Saints RB Thomas, LB Wilson back at practice About Wilson, Payton said, “When the time is right, we’ll have him back and taking reps. In the meantime, these younger guys are developing." I'm thinking Payton has also been impressed with what he's seen from some of the younger guys we have. I can't wait to see if he plays some of them against Oakland's starters. Mr.Riaton likes this.

08-13-2013, 02:27 PM	#3
The Dude 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 9,050	Re: Saints RB Thomas, LB Wilson back at practice Originally Posted by Danno I'm thinking Payton has also been impressed with what he's seen from some of the younger guys we have. I can't wait to see if he plays some of them against Oakland's starters. I was too.
The Dude 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 9,050

08-13-2013, 03:30 PM	#4
dizzle88 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 11,359	Re: Saints RB Thomas, LB Wilson back at practice Glad they are both back One step closer for Tez getting back to his OLB spot, excited to see him play Mr.Riaton likes this.

08-13-2013, 03:37 PM	#5
TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,027	Re: Saints RB Thomas, LB Wilson back at practice Depth.... Finally. Beastmode likes this.

Latest Blogs
2023 New Orleans Saints: Training Camp Last Blog: 08-01-2023 By: MarchingOn Puck the Fro Browl! Last Blog: 02-05-2023 By: neugey CFP: "Just Keep Doing What You're Doing" Last Blog: 12-08-2022 By: neugey

08-13-2013, 03:44 PM	#6
Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,073	Re: Saints RB Thomas, LB Wilson back at practice The young guys are getting the reps...........our players are returning to the field. Improved competition may be the end result.

08-13-2013, 03:46 PM	#7
Beastmode 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 9,126	Re: Saints RB Thomas, LB Wilson back at practice Originally Posted by TheOak Depth.... Finally. We do have good depth in several areas. I would not be surprised if we win out preseason for that reason.
Beastmode 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 9,126

08-13-2013, 04:25 PM	#8
FinSaint Site Donor 2015 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Finland... formerly Southern Virginia Posts: 4,961	Re: Saints RB Thomas, LB Wilson back at practice So, Tom Johnson was back practicing?

LinkBacks (?) LinkBack to this Thread: https://blackandgold.com/saints/59499-saints-rb-thomas-lb-wilson-back-practice.html
Posted By	For	Type	Date	Hits
The Latest New Orleans Saints News \| SportSpyder	This thread	Refback	08-13-2013 02:36 PM	8
Saints RB Thomas, LB Wilson back at practice	This thread	Refback	08-13-2013 02:13 PM	22