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There's been a clamoring from some New Orleans Saints fans wondering how well local product Delvin Breaux has performed at cornerback during these organized team activity sessions.

To say fans' hopes are high for Breaux wouldn't do the public outcry enough justice.

Breaux received a chance to run with the first-team defense during Wednesday's OTA practice as Brandon Browner sat out. It's only one session of one OTA, but Breaux displayed the kind of promise that initially piqued fans' interest.

The McDonogh 35 product had a highlight-filled day with an interception and numerous pass breakups, mostly against Drew Brees.

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Danno

The Breaux Sheaux.

Hokie said he was the best player on the field

RaginCajun83

It's OTAs come on man

Danno

We know

rezburna

I'm rooting for Breaux. The Saints are trying to get deep in the secondary like Seattle. Next thing you know we'll be running cover 1 and letting Byrd play like Earl Thomas mixed with some Cover 3, but with Browner over the TE and Vacarro playing a short zone.

Danno

And I just noticed Breaux is only 6 months older than SJB.

He's just now entering his prime age.

rezburna

If LSU wanted him pre inury, we know he's the real deal. That's DBU. I'm excited about him. I'm excited in general. Kikiha and Anthony? Man.

spkb25

LOL, is dude on vacation?

papz

New Orleans Saints rookie cornerback Delvin Breaux goes by "Chip" to his friends.

After a one-handed interception in an organized team activity on Wednesday, his new teammates know the name, too.

"I told them they could start calling me Chip. That's my nickname. They were like, 'Yeah, we can do that now. You made a couple of plays today,'" Breaux said after the practice.

A native of New Orleans, Breaux played in the Canadian Football League before signing with the Saints in January.

Breaux said he picked up the nickname when he played little league ball at the Harrell Playground in New Orleans.

"My brother and I are light skin and dark skin. So they called me 'Chocolate Chip' and they called him 'Butterscotch,'" Breaux said.

After great day at OTA, Delvin Breaux's teammates can now call him 'Chip' | NOLA.com

Everyone is entitled to be stupid, but some abuse the privilege.

All little common sense goes a long way.

ChrisXVI

I could honestly see Breaux taking over the #2 CB spot sooner rather than later. Browner will be 31 when the season starts and when was the last time he played a full 16 game season? 2011? I know suspensions played a part in that but still... The guys a penalty machine as well. I have a good feeling about Breaux.