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Danno 09-03-2013 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by TheOak (Post 522940)
@LarryHolder: RT @MikeGarafolo: Another short-term IR designation expected soon: Saints LB Jonathan Vilma, per a source.

m.twitter.com/LarryHolder

Imagine getting Butler and Vilma back for the homestretch and the playoffs.

homerj07 09-03-2013 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by TheOak (Post 522940)
@LarryHolder: RT @MikeGarafolo: Another short-term IR designation expected soon: Saints LB Jonathan Vilma, per a source.

m.twitter.com/LarryHolder

Damn. I have been saying this since he got hurt. I think it will end up being total IR & he has played his last with the Saints.

I am glad it was not Tanner. Sorry I am rooting for the kid.

Utah_Saint 09-03-2013 04:14 PM

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I would've guessed that the Saints would've picked up another OLB with the open spot. Some one like Jay Richardson maybe.

saintsfan1976 09-03-2013 04:16 PM

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Gotta say - seeing that pic of Meachem in a Saints uni brings back some good memories.

Budsdrinker 09-03-2013 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Utah_Saint (Post 522946)
I would've guessed that the Saints would've picked up another OLB with the open spot. Some one like Jay Richardson maybe.

Yeah, not sure I agree with this. Lose a LB and sign a WR if indeed Vilma goes to IR with return.

TheOak 09-03-2013 04:19 PM

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@LarryHolder: The reported Vilma to IR/designate to return would open up a roster spot for Meachem.

m.twitter.com/LarryHolder

TheOak 09-03-2013 04:21 PM

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So formally Meachem can't ink that deal until Vilma is moved.

TheOak 09-03-2013 04:21 PM

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How about another intriguing twist

@LarryHolder: RT @HBalzer721: Significant news: The Rams cut LB Jo-Lonn Dunbar today from the suspended list.

m.twitter.com/LarryHolder

Jack Vegas 09-03-2013 04:22 PM

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Had a ton of ILBs on the roster anyway. Seems like a logical spot to subtract one.

I don't for a second believe that Vilma is so injured that they feel he needs to be on IR; otherwise he wouldn't have made the 53-man roster to begin with. This is just a way of opening up a roster spot without having to actually cut somebody.

ProMallNinja 09-03-2013 04:23 PM

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Goodness gracious, guys. We have one of the best GM/scouting departments in the league along with one of the best coaching staffs. Give it a rest. Coach Payton has already said that they refuse to sign someone "just to be signing someone". You can bet your bottom dollar that every stone has been turned in search of help at EVERY position, including OLB. If there is someone out there that can help it has been or will be explored. In the mean time, we have a WR that knows our signals and playbook and is a year removed from being a stud deep threat for us. It only "doesn't make sense" if you're a bit behind on how things work.

dizzle88 09-03-2013 04:29 PM

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If you remember on our 2010 D when vilma was injured, Jo-lonn was one of our best players

won the titans game with a last second sack and chased down marion barber vs cowboys on 4th and 1 and floored him

His versatility would be welcomed, wouldn't mind bringing him back rather than another WR

rezburna 09-03-2013 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by dizzle88 (Post 522959)
If you remember on our 2010 D when vilma was injured, Jo-lonn was one of our best players

won the titans game with a last second sack and chased down marion barber vs cowboys on 4th and 1 and floored him

His versatility would be welcomed, wouldn't mind bringing him back rather than another WR

Cut Reddick, sign Dunbar. :)

TheOak 09-03-2013 04:32 PM

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It's plausible that Vilma may have had a physician visit lately and is not healing as "expected".


I am still of the mind that there is some crazy cockamamie defensive strategy worked up between the genius and the beeradonnis. Super secrete indoor practices .... Base soda cracker defense all preseason... There is a seven headed dragon coming out of someone's azzes.

dizzle88 09-03-2013 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by TheOak (Post 522961)
It's plausible that Vilma may have had a physician visit lately and is not healing as "expected".

Wonder if he will ever get off IR now, short term may turn into long term with way these past couple years have gone for him

Crusader 09-03-2013 04:35 PM

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Robert Meachem is headed back to the Superdome.

The Saints announced Tuesday that they have signed the wide receiver to a one-year contract. ESPN's Bill Williamson was first to report the move.






Meachem had just 14 receptions for 207 yards and two touchdowns in his lone season with the Chargers, who paid $5 million to cut ties with the veteran wide receiver Saturday. His salary still counts for $6.875 million against the 2013 salary cap; the dead money of his contract will roll over to 2014.

Meachem was a consistent and productive player during his time with the Saints, compiling 129 catches for 1,980 yards and 20 touchdowns in his final three seasons before leaving for San Diego as a free agent in March 2012.

Meachem carved out a nice niche in the Saints' offense, but it remains to be seen if Kenny Stills and Nick Toon, who both flashed potential during the preseason, will get their chance to contribute. Joe Morgan's season-ending knee injury opened up a spot for Meachem, but nothing ever is guaranteed.

Robert Meachem, New Orleans Saints sign contract - NFL.com

foreverfan 09-03-2013 04:36 PM

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"God damn he can't throw... Damn I wish I were a Saint again."
- Robert Meachem

http://www1.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/R...r4-jsuHNHl.jpg

Ignited 09-03-2013 04:37 PM

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I dont see a real reason why we need him. I would hate to see us release anyone of the guys that fought and earned their spot. I am kinda surprised by this.

Utah_Saint 09-03-2013 04:40 PM

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I liked Jo Lonn too but I don't think the Saints would be willing to take the 4 game suspension. Maybe if he's still avialable afterwards.

Rugby Saint II 09-03-2013 04:42 PM

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Welcome home. Now get to work!

|Mitch| 09-03-2013 04:42 PM

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Dunbar was a G.W. guy, he won't fit in here anymore

Danno 09-03-2013 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by rezburna (Post 522960)
Cut Reddick, sign Dunbar. :)

Could not disagree more. Reddick has more potential, Jo-Lonn is merely average and is facing a 4-game PED suspension.

|Mitch| 09-03-2013 04:46 PM

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How about this memory?

http://prod.images.saints.clubs.nflc...960&height=720

http://prod.images.saints.clubs.nflc...960&height=720

rezburna 09-03-2013 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Danno (Post 522972)
Could not disagree more. Reddick has more potential, Jo-Lonn is merely average and is facing a 4-game PED suspension.

Potential has to develop. He won't be ready this year. Dunbar can contribute right now! That 4-game suspension is my only turn off.

|Mitch| 09-03-2013 05:00 PM

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Dunbar is only 6'0 226 lbs. that's not cool in the 3-4; Reddick on the other hand is more the prototypical MLB size 6'3" 240 lbs...

Danno 09-03-2013 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by rezburna (Post 522979)
Potential has to develop. He won't be ready this year. Dunbar can contribute right now! That 4-game suspension is my only turn off.

Dunbar doesn't even know the system yet. We have more than enough ILB's to compensate for Vilma's loss.

Jack Vegas 09-03-2013 05:02 PM

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What do you need Dunbar for, Hawthorne/Lofton/Humber/Herring is a fine group of inside linebackers even without Vilma.

rezburna 09-03-2013 05:04 PM

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Dunbar played inside and outside for us. He's pretty decent in coverage too. He was versatile. The Rams fans are mad he's gone.


And why is Herring still here. Please cut him

|Mitch| 09-03-2013 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by rezburna (Post 522987)
Dunbar played inside and outside for us.

In the 4-3! At 226 lbs.; just like the Harper at Lb wants, he'll get blown up by blockers...

Danno 09-03-2013 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by rezburna (Post 522987)
Dunbar played inside and outside for us. He's pretty decent in coverage too. He was versatile. The Rams fans are mad he's gone.


And why is Herring still here. Please cut him

Herring had a good camp (3rd best LB grade on our roster), and plays special teams pretty well.

Definitely would not even think about signing him until week 5.

jeanpierre 09-03-2013 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Crusader (Post 522964)
The Saints announced Tuesday that they have signed the wide receiver to a one-year contract. ESPN's Bill Williamson was first to report the move.

WHY?

WTF?


WTF?!?!?

We need Outside Linebackers, WTF are we doing re-signing a BUST?!?

Does he have pictures of someone in a compromised disposition?!?


:disgust:

thebdj 09-03-2013 05:10 PM

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I think I'm part of the 'on the fence' mob with this one.

I loved Meachem and if the coaching staff think he can come in and make a massive contribution then I am happy with that. I do however struggle to comprehend why we are taking a defensive player off of the roster and replacing him with an offensive player. Even if we didn't do a straight ILB for ILB swap, I think most people would expect their to be sense in plugging in an OLB or even someone else in a D position?

Either way. I trust. I believe. I sit on the fence :)

ClintSaints 09-03-2013 05:12 PM

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Trying to keep an open mind. Then again, he's coming from San Diego to New Orleans this time, so it probably portends good things to come.

All players who come our direction from San Diego do well. lol.

|Mitch| 09-03-2013 05:13 PM

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And if it doesn't work out, we couldn't have lost much. He had to be on the cheap...

WhoDat!656 09-03-2013 05:14 PM

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Maybe the Saints are going to IR Vilma to make room for him.

If Meachem puts up stats like he did the last time he was here, the Chargers will be the laughing stock of the league!

|Mitch| 09-03-2013 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by WhoDat!656 (Post 522995)
Maybe the Saints are going to IR Vilma to make room for him.

If Meachem puts up stats like he did the last time he was here, the Chargers will be the laughing stock of the league!

PUP list short term; I see it depends on how he is playing when Vilma is ready to come back :confused:

TheOak 09-03-2013 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by WhoDat!656 (Post 522995)
Maybe the Saints are going to IR Vilma to make room for him.

If Meachem puts up stats like he did the last time he was here, the Chargers will be the laughing stock of the league!

Late to the show LOL! Yes Vilma is going on IR. one concern is that Meach had a concussion Thrs..

WhoDat!656 09-03-2013 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by jeanpierre (Post 522991)
WHY?

WTF?


WTF?!?!?

We need Outside Linebackers, WTF are we doing re-signing a BUST?!?

Does he have pictures of someone in a compromised disposition?!?


:disgust:

Meachem was only a bust for the Chargers!

|Mitch| 09-03-2013 05:16 PM

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During his first New Orleans stint, he posted 141 receptions for 2,269 yards (16.1 avg.) with 23 touchdowns. His 16.1 yards per catch average ranks third in club record books. In six postseason contests, Meachem has recorded 14 catches for 184 yards with one touchdown.
...

K Major 09-03-2013 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by WhoDat!656 (Post 522995)

If Meachem puts up stats like he did the last time he was here, the Chargers will be the laughing stock of the league!

I thought they already were ...

TheOak 09-03-2013 05:27 PM

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@GregBensel: The Saints corresponding move for signing Meachem; Saints place LB Jonathan Vilma on Injured Reserve - Designated to Return


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