Saints' Drew Brees, Michael Thomas not waiting for training camp

AsylumGuido · 07-18-2017, 12:27 PM

Saints' Drew Brees, Michael Thomas not waiting for training camp

Mike Triplett
ESPN Staff Writer

It didn’t take long for Drew Brees to find a rhythm with another rookie receiver, Michael Thomas, last year.

But the New Orleans Saints’ newest dynamic duo isn’t resting on its laurels. Brees shared a video of the two working out with a group of other players in his offseason home base of San Diego.

Brees has traditionally invited his teammates to come to San Diego in July to work out with him and his longtime trainer, Todd Durkin. Two years ago, he had his receivers stand-up paddle boarding (some of them awkwardly).

Now Thomas has a chance to take his place alongside Marques Colston, Jimmy Graham, Darren Sproles and Brandin Cooks as one of Brees’ most productive business partners ever -- maybe even topping them all, if last year was any indication.

Thomas had one of the greatest rookie seasons of any receiver in NFL history last year after being drafted in the second round out of Ohio State. His 92 catches were the second-most by a rookie all-time, behind only Anquan Boldin. He also had 1,137 yards and nine touchdowns in just 15 games played.

Thomas has embraced the high expectations this offseason -- and the No. 1 receiver role that he inherited after the Saints traded Cooks to the New England Patriots. Thomas said this offseason that he added about 10 pounds of muscle and, "I want to be one of the best to ever play the game, so I put a lot of pressure on myself."

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AsylumGuido · 07-18-2017, 12:29 PM

While a select few would like to see Brees sit out training camp, Brees knows better. This is what makes him among the greatest of all time. He never stops trying to improve and imparts that upon his receivers.

AsylumGuido · 07-18-2017, 04:14 PM

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SmashMouth · 07-19-2017, 04:55 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

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UK_WhoDat · 07-23-2017, 03:01 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

While a select few would like to see Brees sit out training camp, Brees knows better. This is what makes him among the greatest of all time. He never stops trying to improve and imparts that upon his receivers.

I agree. Brees is a role model for, well, just about anyone. Football or otherwise.

Feeling down about your worth. Look at Brees ethic, copy. Your future will be better for it.

AsylumGuido · 07-23-2017, 03:29 PM

Originally Posted by UK_WhoDat

I agree. Brees is a role model for, well, just about anyone. Football or otherwise.

Feeling down about your worth. Look at Brees ethic, copy. Your future will be better for it.

And if any of you have not read his book, Coming Back Stronger, do. You will question your thoughts that he may abandon New Orleans.

dizzle88 · 07-18-2017, 04:41 PM

The main thing I like about Thomas is no situation is too much for him.

One moment that stands out to me was the Seattle game. Richard Sherman tries to get into peoples heads every week, Thomas went head on with him and made Sherman whine like the little princess he is. He outmuscled Sherman at the line and was aggressive after the catch.

Would he rest on his laurels after a successful rookie season? I think not, he packs on 15 pounds of muscle and works tirelessly to cement himself as the number 1 WR.

AsylumGuido · 07-18-2017, 04:53 PM

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spkb25 · 07-21-2017, 06:36 AM

Originally Posted by dizzle88

The main thing I like about Thomas is no situation is too much for him.

One moment that stands out to me was the Seattle game. Richard Sherman tries to get into peoples heads every week, Thomas went head on with him and made Sherman whine like the little princess he is. He outmuscled Sherman at the line and was aggressive after the catch.

Would he rest on his laurels after a successful rookie season? I think not, he packs on 15 pounds of muscle and works tirelessly to cement himself as the number 1 WR.

Yeah man he wants to be great and then he goes out and walks the walk. The kid really is amazing and him and Drew are feeding off each other. He is something special.

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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,472	Saints' Drew Brees, Michael Thomas not waiting for training camp Saints' Drew Brees, Michael Thomas not waiting for training camp Mike Triplett ESPN Staff Writer It didn’t take long for Drew Brees to find a rhythm with another rookie receiver, Michael Thomas, last year. But the New Orleans Saints’ newest dynamic duo isn’t resting on its laurels. Brees shared a video of the two working out with a group of other players in his offseason home base of San Diego. Twitter Brees has traditionally invited his teammates to come to San Diego in July to work out with him and his longtime trainer, Todd Durkin. Two years ago, he had his receivers stand-up paddle boarding (some of them awkwardly). Now Thomas has a chance to take his place alongside Marques Colston, Jimmy Graham, Darren Sproles and Brandin Cooks as one of Brees’ most productive business partners ever -- maybe even topping them all, if last year was any indication. Thomas had one of the greatest rookie seasons of any receiver in NFL history last year after being drafted in the second round out of Ohio State. His 92 catches were the second-most by a rookie all-time, behind only Anquan Boldin. He also had 1,137 yards and nine touchdowns in just 15 games played. Thomas has embraced the high expectations this offseason -- and the No. 1 receiver role that he inherited after the Saints traded Cooks to the New England Patriots. Thomas said this offseason that he added about 10 pounds of muscle and, "I want to be one of the best to ever play the game, so I put a lot of pressure on myself." jnormand, mleg1972, st thomas and 1 others like this.
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UK_WhoDat 1000 Posts + Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Wherever I lay my hat Posts: 4,000	Re: Saints' Drew Brees, Michael Thomas not waiting for training camp Originally Posted by AsylumGuido While a select few would like to see Brees sit out training camp, Brees knows better. This is what makes him among the greatest of all time. He never stops trying to improve and imparts that upon his receivers. I agree. Brees is a role model for, well, just about anyone. Football or otherwise. Feeling down about your worth. Look at Brees ethic, copy. Your future will be better for it. AsylumGuido likes this.

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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,472	Re: Saints' Drew Brees, Michael Thomas not waiting for training camp Originally Posted by UK_WhoDat I agree. Brees is a role model for, well, just about anyone. Football or otherwise. Feeling down about your worth. Look at Brees ethic, copy. Your future will be better for it. And if any of you have not read his book, Coming Back Stronger, do. You will question your thoughts that he may abandon New Orleans.

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dizzle88 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 11,518	Re: Saints' Drew Brees, Michael Thomas not waiting for training camp The main thing I like about Thomas is no situation is too much for him. One moment that stands out to me was the Seattle game. Richard Sherman tries to get into peoples heads every week, Thomas went head on with him and made Sherman whine like the little princess he is. He outmuscled Sherman at the line and was aggressive after the catch. Would he rest on his laurels after a successful rookie season? I think not, he packs on 15 pounds of muscle and works tirelessly to cement himself as the number 1 WR. jnormand, mleg1972, AsylumGuido and 3 others like this.

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spkb25 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 13,115	Re: Saints' Drew Brees, Michael Thomas not waiting for training camp Originally Posted by dizzle88 The main thing I like about Thomas is no situation is too much for him. One moment that stands out to me was the Seattle game. Richard Sherman tries to get into peoples heads every week, Thomas went head on with him and made Sherman whine like the little princess he is. He outmuscled Sherman at the line and was aggressive after the catch. Would he rest on his laurels after a successful rookie season? I think not, he packs on 15 pounds of muscle and works tirelessly to cement himself as the number 1 WR. Yeah man he wants to be great and then he goes out and walks the walk. The kid really is amazing and him and Drew are feeding off each other. He is something special. foreverfan, AsylumGuido and dizzle88 like this.

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