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this is a discussion within the Saints Community Forum; Originally Posted by The Dude Wtf are you talking about? It's a legit question. Several people here said they would want change if there wasn't a significant improvement. We have the talent to make a run but if you have ...
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Re: Playoffs or bust?
Originally Posted by The Dude
That's a false argument. There's only one person in the Saints organization that can demand change: Tom Benson. He treats Loomis and Payton like they are his sons. It may literally take getting a new owner for there to be a change in leadership with the Saints.![]()
I think another missed point is that the schedule matters each and every season. There are divisions in the NFL that are tough sledding. Currently the AFC West (who the Saints played last year) are an excellent example. Then there are creampuffs (the NFC West is sliding back into that category). So each season part of the evaluation is sizing up the competition. This season only the AFC East is likely in the bottom 3 of divisions. And it gets complicated early on because we take on the best two teams in that division in the first 4 games under unusual circumstances (away game in London). Here's my bottom line: the first valid team evaluation cannot occur until the first quarter of the season has been played. And this season with such a brutal start (3 away games and the Patriots at home), it may take upwards of 8,10, or even 12 games to really understand the positioning of the Saints this upcoming season. My point (and I think Guido's too) is that it's way premature to be asking about massive changes under a what if scenario. I can easily flip it and ask:
So let's focus on the potential. The potential of having a realtively healthy and talented secondary. The potential of having fast and well coached linebackers for the first time in a decade. The potential of a stout and deep defensive line. We can debate the aftermath after some games have been played. But right now everyone in the NFL is 0-0 and has just as much of a chance as anyone else to get deep into the playoffs. So why focus on the negative now? SFIAH |
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Re: Playoffs or bust?
Originally Posted by SaintFanInATLHELL
This is the critical point that so many here and in the national media ignore. As long as the Bensons own the Saints, Loomis and Payton can remain with the organization for as long as they want. Ten straight years of 7-9 wouldn't place them in danger. The owner/GM/head coach dynamic is unlike any other in the NFL. It is completely unique.
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Re: Playoffs or bust?
Originally Posted by SaintFanInATLHELL
Where did I say we could do something about it other than want change? I asked for opinions not a signed petition demanding change. I don't care if we go 0-16 for the next 10 seasons I would still watch. I would think changes need to be made but I'd watch nonetheless. I would ask you guys what changes need to be made and when. It's why god invented boards like this.
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Re: Playoffs or bust?
Originally Posted by SaintFanInATLHELL
So you believe this year will be different if we start out 1-3 again or worse when evidence points toward that not being the case?
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