2016 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook

K Major · 08-11-2016, 11:49 AM

Originally Posted by rezburna

I think John Kuhn is going to be a big upgrade at the FB position over Austin Johnson. I expect to see Mark Ingram, Tim Hightower, and CJ Spiller getting huge chunks of yardage with each carry.

Agreed. Kuhn has the total package & is proven in all phases @ his position.

K Major · 08-11-2016, 12:03 PM

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jeanpierre · 08-11-2016, 12:35 PM

Originally Posted by rezburna

I think John Kuhn is going to be a big upgrade at the FB position over Austin Johnson. I expect to see Mark Ingram, Tim Hightower, and CJ Spiller getting huge chunks of yardage with each carry.

The only red flag is John Kuhn's age, 33 yo, but it's not like he'll see that many snaps on offense...

Question is, can Kuhn pick up the slack on special teams where Austin Johnson was experienced both as a fullback and linebacker?

jeanpierre · 08-12-2016, 02:37 AM

SAINTS DEPTH CHART - 2016 Training Camp Post - Preseason Week 1 Post Game

OFFENSE

QB (3) 9 -Drew Brees, 18 - Garrett Grayson, 7 - Luke McCown

FB (1) 29 - John Kuhn, 39 - Sione Houma, 35 - Austin Johnson

RB (5) 22 - Mark Ingram, 28 - C.J. Spiller, 34 - Tim Hightower, 23 - Marcus Murphy, 36 - Daniel Lasco, 38 - Travaris Cadet

WR (3) 10 - Brandin Cooks, 13 - Michael Thomas, 14 - R.J. Harris, 11 - Reggie Bell, 16 - Brandon Coleman, 19 - Jake Lampmann

LT (2) 72 - Terron Armstead, 70 - Tony Hills, 79 - Joseph Cheek

LG (2) 65 - Senio Kelemete, 78 - Landon Turner, 71 - Kaleb Eulls

C (2) 60 - Max Unger, 66 - Jack Allen, 61 - Marcus Henry

RG (2) 75 - Andrus Peat, 68 - Tim Lelito, 62 - Cyril Lemon, 70 - Jordan Walsh

RT (1) 64 - Zach Strief, 74 - Tyrus Thompson, 73 - John Fullington

TE (3) 82 - Coby Fleener, 84 - Michael Hoomanawanui, 89 - Josh Hill, 88 - RaShaun Allen, 86 - Chris Manhertz, 45 - Garrett Griffin

SR (2) 83 - Willie Snead, 87 - Tommylee Lewis, 81 - Jordan Williams, 85 - Jared Dangerfield

DEFENSE

SDE (2) 94 - Cameron Jordan, 98 - Bobby Richardson, 70 - Matt Shaughnessy

DT (3) 99 - Sheldon Rankins, 90 - Nick Fairley, 93 - David Onyemata, 69 - C.J. Wilson

NT (2) 95 - Tyeler Davison, 92 - John Jenkins, 96 - Ashaad Mabry

WDE (2) 91 - Kasim Edebali, 58 - Obum Gwacham, 63 - Darryl Tapp, 44 - Hau'oli Kikaha

SLB (2) 56 - Mike Mauti, 55 - Davis Tull, 57 - Dillon Lee, 50 - Stephone Anthony

MLB (2) 53 - James Laurinaitis, 52 - Craig Robertson, 51 - Jeff Schoettmer

WLB (2) 59 - Dannell Ellerbe, 54 - Nate Stupar, 97 - Tony Steward

LCB (3) 40 - Delvin Breaux, 27 - Damian Swann, 49 - De’Vante Harris, 37 - Brandon Dixon

SS (2) 32 - Kenny Vaccaro, 41 - Roman Harper, 26 - Trae Elston

FS (3) 31 - Jairus Byrd, 48 - Vonn Bell, 30 - Erik Harris, 42 - Jamal Golden

RCB (2) 25 - P.J. Williams, 46 - Ken Crawley, 20 - Brian Dixon, 43 - Jimmy Pruitt, 21 - Keenan Lewis

KICKING

K (1) 3 - Connor Barth, 5 - Kai Forbath

P (1) 6 - Thomas Morstead

LS (1) 47 - Justin Drescher, 46 - Chris Highland

RESERVE/INJURED

FS 33 - Jamarca Sanford (Prior to Cut to 75)

CB 24 - Kyle Wilson (Prior to Cut to 75)

WR 12 - Kyle Prater (Prior to Cut to 75)

DE 77 - D.J. Pettway (Prior to Cut to 75)

RESERVE/PHYSICALLY UNABLE TO PERFORM

LB 44 - Hau'oli Kikaha

RESERVE/NON-FOOTBALL INJURY

DE 76 - Mitchell Loewen

OL 67 - Avery Young

Projected Starter

Veteran Free Agent Acquisition

Reserve/Injured/PUP

Draft Selection/UDRFA/Future

Note: Jersey Numbers based on Nola.com, Twitter, and NewOrleansSaints.com Images and Reports

Note: Roster Unit Nos.: Offense - 45, Defense - 40, Kicking - 5, Total Roster - 90

jeanpierre · 08-12-2016, 11:24 AM

K Major · 08-12-2016, 02:04 PM

I think the last RB roster spot will ultimately come down to either Hightower or Cadet.

lee909 · 08-12-2016, 02:06 PM

Hightower it is then.

ChrisXVI · 08-12-2016, 02:13 PM

I wonder if we're thinking at all about moving Tull to Sam LB. I know he's still developing but with his lack of length he's shut down as soon as a lineman gets their hands on him.

K Major · 08-12-2016, 02:40 PM

Originally Posted by ChrisXVI

I wonder if we're thinking at all about moving Tull to Sam LB. I know he's still developing but with his lack of length he's shut down as soon as a lineman gets their hands on him.

Gosh I thought he looked a step too slow last night. I'd give him a bit more time to develop though.

Side note - did you notice Nate Stupar last night? The guy plays with a chip on his shoulder. I'm no defensive coach but he set the edge pretty darn well last night. Coverage ability wasn't bad either.

halloween 65 · 08-12-2016, 03:52 PM

Originally Posted by K Major

Gosh I thought he looked a step too slow last night. I'd give him a bit more time to develop though.

Side note - did you notice Nate Stupar last night? The guy plays with a chip on his shoulder. I'm no defensive coach but he set the edge pretty darn well last night. Coverage ability wasn't bad either.

Stupar is going to be good. I liked it as soon as we got him. Good possibility he becomes a steal of all FA we got. I'm high on this guy. Thanks for sharing that I only got to listen to the game thanks to that sorry a$$ NFL network I have.

08-11-2016, 11:49 AM	#521
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,797 Blog Entries: 3	Re: 2016 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook Originally Posted by rezburna I think John Kuhn is going to be a big upgrade at the FB position over Austin Johnson. I expect to see Mark Ingram, Tim Hightower, and CJ Spiller getting huge chunks of yardage with each carry. Agreed. Kuhn has the total package & is proven in all phases @ his position.

08-11-2016, 12:03 PM	#522
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,797 Blog Entries: 3	Re: 2016 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook Saints CB Keenan Lewis has hip and abductor strain, Fox 8 reports \| NOLA.com

08-11-2016, 12:35 PM	#523
jeanpierre Site Donor 2018 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Thibodaux Posts: 43,543 Blog Entries: 39	Re: 2016 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook Originally Posted by rezburna I think John Kuhn is going to be a big upgrade at the FB position over Austin Johnson. I expect to see Mark Ingram, Tim Hightower, and CJ Spiller getting huge chunks of yardage with each carry. The only red flag is John Kuhn's age, 33 yo, but it's not like he'll see that many snaps on offense... Question is, can Kuhn pick up the slack on special teams where Austin Johnson was experienced both as a fullback and linebacker?

08-12-2016, 02:37 AM	#524
jeanpierre Site Donor 2018 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Thibodaux Posts: 43,543 Blog Entries: 39	Re: 2016 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook SAINTS DEPTH CHART - 2016 Training Camp Post - Preseason Week 1 Post Game OFFENSE QB (3) 9 -Drew Brees, 18 - Garrett Grayson, 7 - Luke McCown FB (1) *29 - John Kuhn, 39 - Sione Houma, 35 - Austin Johnson* RB (5) 22 - Mark Ingram, 28 - C.J. Spiller, 34 - Tim Hightower, 23 - Marcus Murphy, 36 - Daniel Lasco, 38 - Travaris Cadet WR (3) 10 - Brandin Cooks, 13 - Michael Thomas, 14 - R.J. Harris, 11 - Reggie Bell, 16 - Brandon Coleman, 19 - Jake Lampmann LT (2) 72 - Terron Armstead, *70 - Tony Hills, 79 - Joseph Cheek* LG (2) 65 - Senio Kelemete, 78 - Landon Turner, 71 - Kaleb Eulls C (2) 60 - Max Unger, 66 - Jack Allen, 61 - Marcus Henry RG (2) 75 - Andrus Peat, 68 - Tim Lelito, 62 - Cyril Lemon, 70 - Jordan Walsh RT (1) 64 - Zach Strief, 74 - Tyrus Thompson, 73 - John Fullington TE (3) *82 - Coby Fleener, 84 - Michael Hoomanawanui, 89 - Josh Hill, 88 - RaShaun Allen, 86 - Chris Manhertz, 45 - Garrett Griffin* SR (2) 83 - Willie Snead, 87 - Tommylee Lewis, 81 - Jordan Williams, 85 - Jared Dangerfield DEFENSE SDE (2) 94 - Cameron Jordan, 98 - Bobby Richardson, *70 - Matt Shaughnessy* DT (3) 99 - Sheldon Rankins, *90 - Nick Fairley, 93 - David Onyemata, 69 - C.J. Wilson* NT (2) 95 - Tyeler Davison, 92 - John Jenkins, 96 - Ashaad Mabry WDE (2) 91 - Kasim Edebali, 58 - Obum Gwacham, *63 - Darryl Tapp, 44 - Hau'oli Kikaha* SLB (2) 56 - Mike Mauti, 55 - Davis Tull, 57 - Dillon Lee, 50 - Stephone Anthony MLB (2) *53 - James Laurinaitis, 52 - Craig Robertson, 51 - Jeff Schoettmer* WLB (2) 59 - Dannell Ellerbe, *54 - Nate Stupar, 97 - Tony Steward* LCB (3) 40 - Delvin Breaux, 27 - Damian Swann, 49 - De’Vante Harris, *37 - Brandon Dixon* SS (2) 32 - Kenny Vaccaro, *41 - Roman Harper, 26 - Trae Elston* FS (3) 31 - Jairus Byrd, 48 - Vonn Bell, *30 - Erik Harris, 42 - Jamal Golden* RCB (2) 25 - P.J. Williams, 46 - Ken Crawley, 20 - Brian Dixon, 43 - Jimmy Pruitt, 21 - Keenan Lewis KICKING K (1) *3 - Connor Barth, 5 - Kai Forbath* P (1) 6 - Thomas Morstead LS (1) 47 - Justin Drescher, *46 - Chris Highland* RESERVE/INJURED FS 33 - Jamarca Sanford (Prior to Cut to 75) CB 24 - Kyle Wilson (Prior to Cut to 75) WR 12 - Kyle Prater (Prior to Cut to 75) DE 77 - D.J. Pettway (Prior to Cut to 75) RESERVE/PHYSICALLY UNABLE TO PERFORM LB 44 - Hau'oli Kikaha RESERVE/NON-FOOTBALL INJURY DE 76 - Mitchell Loewen OL 67 - Avery Young Projected Starter *Veteran Free Agent Acquisition* Reserve/Injured/PUP Draft Selection/UDRFA/Future Note: Jersey Numbers based on Nola.com, Twitter, and NewOrleansSaints.com Images and Reports Note: Roster Unit Nos.: Offense - 45, Defense - 40, Kicking - 5, Total Roster - 90
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08-12-2016, 02:04 PM	#526
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,797 Blog Entries: 3	Re: 2016 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook I think the last RB roster spot will ultimately come down to either Hightower or Cadet.

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lee909 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Watford England Posts: 8,860 Blog Entries: 1	Re: 2016 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook Hightower it is then.

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ChrisXVI 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 11,482	Re: 2016 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook I wonder if we're thinking at all about moving Tull to Sam LB. I know he's still developing but with his lack of length he's shut down as soon as a lineman gets their hands on him.

08-12-2016, 02:40 PM	#529
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,797 Blog Entries: 3	Re: 2016 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook Originally Posted by ChrisXVI I wonder if we're thinking at all about moving Tull to Sam LB. I know he's still developing but with his lack of length he's shut down as soon as a lineman gets their hands on him. Gosh I thought he looked a step too slow last night. I'd give him a bit more time to develop though. Side note - did you notice Nate Stupar last night? The guy plays with a chip on his shoulder. I'm no defensive coach but he set the edge pretty darn well last night. Coverage ability wasn't bad either. jeanpierre and halloween 65 like this.

08-12-2016, 03:52 PM	#530
halloween 65 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Grand Haven, Michigan by way of a little Mississippi River town in Louisiana Posts: 5,893	Re: 2016 New Orleans Saints: Roster Outlook Originally Posted by K Major Gosh I thought he looked a step too slow last night. I'd give him a bit more time to develop though. Side note - did you notice Nate Stupar last night? The guy plays with a chip on his shoulder. I'm no defensive coach but he set the edge pretty darn well last night. Coverage ability wasn't bad either. Stupar is going to be good. I liked it as soon as we got him. Good possibility he becomes a steal of all FA we got. I'm high on this guy. Thanks for sharing that I only got to listen to the game thanks to that sorry a$$ NFL network I have.

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