RB Pierre Thomas fighting for his Saints future

05-24-2014, 03:55 PM

They were trying to trade him. Fortunately no one bit. So they trade Sproles away.

Jack Vegas · 05-24-2014, 04:39 PM

Manufactured drama, PT was never going anywhere

hagan714 · 05-24-2014, 06:56 PM

who can replace him? i do not see a back on the roster that can do what he can.

billyt81 · 05-25-2014, 08:02 AM

i recently heard after the draft that Sean Payton was very interested in 6ft2 235 lb tailback Jeremy Hill from LSU. We traded Sproles and didnt draft or sign a scat back to fill his role. We also signed possibly the best lead blocking FB in the NFL Eric Lourig from Tamba. This is because we are going to see a new Saints offense. Smash mouth power football and playaction looking for Cooks, Stills or Graham going deep. i dont even think well see even Cadet much on third down.

Danno · 05-25-2014, 09:51 AM

Originally Posted by lee909

The UDFA Tim Flanders is one to watch. I completely disagree that we will not get yards running this year. We have a nice quartet there and need to see what Cadet and the UDFA can do.

Timothy Flanders*(RB10)

HT:*5'9"*WT:*207LBS.

POSITION:*RB

SCHOOL:*Sam Houston St.

ARM LENGTH:*30 1/4"

HANDS:*9 1/4"

Overview

Was a two-time Southland Player of the Year and three-time AP FCS All-American. He is the only player in conference history with more than 5,000 rushing yards and more than 400 points scored. He is also the first player to lead the conference in four consecutive seasons. 2013: Was second-team AP FCS All-American and first-team All-Southland. Recorded third consecutive season with 1,000-plus rushing yards. Had 170 yards and two touchdowns against Texas A&M. 2012: Was Southland Player of the Year, third-team AP FCS All-American and first-team All-Southland. He set a school record with 10 100-yard games. 2011: Was Southland Player of the Year, second-team AP FCS All-American and first-team All-Southland. 2010: Southland Freshman of the Year and first-team All-Southland pick. Led conference with 948 rushing years, and set school record with six 100-plus yard games in a row. 2009: Redshirted at Kansas State. High school: Was Daily Oklahoman's Big All-City "Offensive Player of the Year" as a senior in 2008.

Gotta like this...

COMPARES TO: Danny Woodhead, San Diego Chargers - Woodhead has a emerged as one of the league's best "mighty-mites" after dominating at Chadron State. Flanders possesses a similar frame, quickness and reliability as an outlet receiver (64 career receptions) but to duplicate Woodhead's conversion to the NFL, he'll need to continue to show remarkable toughness and durability. --Rob Rang

TheOak · 05-25-2014, 05:29 PM

This is nothing new to PT.

2007 - Undrafted.... Questionable future.

2008-2009 Reggie was supposed to be the star.

2010 - missed 10 weeks for crazy ankle or leg injury that no one could sort out. Questionable future.

2011- Ingram drafted..... Sproles brought in...

Couldn't have made him confident about his position.

Pierre fkn Thomas has never coasted or had a chance to coast. He is a constant and consistent earner and worker.

hagan714 · 05-26-2014, 09:24 AM

Timothy Flanders looks like a candidate to replace Ingram next year not PT. Ingram is on thin ice and i see him as a long shot to be resigned next year. I do not blame Ingram but injury history and the lack of flexibility in the offense is really killing his chances. scheme fit or what ever it just aint working out

NonieT · 05-26-2014, 02:34 PM

Originally Posted by exile

Don't expect much of a run game again this year. So PT will play his usual role. Besides, it isn't like they brought in any competition.

I hope this is sarcasm!!!!!

05-24-2014, 03:55 PM	#11
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05-24-2014, 04:39 PM	#12
Jack Vegas 1000 Posts + Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 2,254	Re: RB Pierre Thomas fighting for his Saints future Manufactured drama, PT was never going anywhere
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05-24-2014, 06:56 PM	#13
hagan714 LB Mentallity Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 15,870 Blog Entries: 68	Re: RB Pierre Thomas fighting for his Saints future who can replace him? i do not see a back on the roster that can do what he can.

05-25-2014, 08:02 AM	#14
billyt81 1000 Posts + Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Metairie Posts: 1,129	Re: RB Pierre Thomas fighting for his Saints future i recently heard after the draft that Sean Payton was very interested in 6ft2 235 lb tailback Jeremy Hill from LSU. We traded Sproles and didnt draft or sign a scat back to fill his role. We also signed possibly the best lead blocking FB in the NFL Eric Lourig from Tamba. This is because we are going to see a new Saints offense. Smash mouth power football and playaction looking for Cooks, Stills or Graham going deep. i dont even think well see even Cadet much on third down.

05-25-2014, 09:51 AM	#15
Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,723	Re: RB Pierre Thomas fighting for his Saints future Originally Posted by lee909 The UDFA Tim Flanders is one to watch. I completely disagree that we will not get yards running this year. We have a nice quartet there and need to see what Cadet and the UDFA can do. Timothy Flanders(RB10) HT:5'9"WT:207LBS. POSITION:RB SCHOOL:Sam Houston St. ARM LENGTH:30 1/4" HANDS:9 1/4" Overview Was a two-time Southland Player of the Year and three-time AP FCS All-American. He is the only player in conference history with more than 5,000 rushing yards and more than 400 points scored. He is also the first player to lead the conference in four consecutive seasons. 2013: Was second-team AP FCS All-American and first-team All-Southland. Recorded third consecutive season with 1,000-plus rushing yards. Had 170 yards and two touchdowns against Texas A&M. 2012: Was Southland Player of the Year, third-team AP FCS All-American and first-team All-Southland. He set a school record with 10 100-yard games. 2011: Was Southland Player of the Year, second-team AP FCS All-American and first-team All-Southland. 2010: Southland Freshman of the Year and first-team All-Southland pick. Led conference with 948 rushing years, and set school record with six 100-plus yard games in a row. 2009: Redshirted at Kansas State. High school: Was Daily Oklahoman's Big All-City "Offensive Player of the Year" as a senior in 2008. Gotta like this... COMPARES TO: Danny Woodhead, San Diego Chargers - Woodhead has a emerged as one of the league's best "mighty-mites" after dominating at Chadron State. Flanders possesses a similar frame, quickness and reliability as an outlet receiver (64 career receptions) but to duplicate Woodhead's conversion to the NFL, he'll need to continue to show remarkable toughness and durability. --Rob Rang

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05-25-2014, 05:29 PM	#16
TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,027	Re: RB Pierre Thomas fighting for his Saints future This is nothing new to PT. 2007 - Undrafted.... Questionable future. 2008-2009 Reggie was supposed to be the star. 2010 - missed 10 weeks for crazy ankle or leg injury that no one could sort out. Questionable future. 2011- Ingram drafted..... Sproles brought in... Couldn't have made him confident about his position. Pierre fkn Thomas has never coasted or had a chance to coast. He is a constant and consistent earner and worker.

05-26-2014, 09:24 AM	#17
hagan714 LB Mentallity Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 15,870 Blog Entries: 68	Re: RB Pierre Thomas fighting for his Saints future Timothy Flanders looks like a candidate to replace Ingram next year not PT. Ingram is on thin ice and i see him as a long shot to be resigned next year. I do not blame Ingram but injury history and the lack of flexibility in the offense is really killing his chances. scheme fit or what ever it just aint working out

05-26-2014, 02:34 PM	#18
NonieT 500th Post Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 921	Re: RB Pierre Thomas fighting for his Saints future Originally Posted by exile Don't expect much of a run game again this year. So PT will play his usual role. Besides, it isn't like they brought in any competition. I hope this is sarcasm!!!!!
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