A.J. Klein Placed on IR

K Major · 12-19-2017, 07:48 PM

It will be tough losing Klein.

We are getting really thin at LB.

NonieT · 12-19-2017, 08:00 PM

Originally Posted by ChrisXVI

https://twitter.com/jkatzenstein/sta...48444810055680

https://twitter.com/nick_underhill/s...49747799834629

I thought Phillips was already on the roster. They elevated him when they put Fleener on IR.

K Major · 12-19-2017, 08:05 PM

Originally Posted by ChrisXVI

Is everybody pretty satisfied with Klein? Do you feel good enough about him to move forward with him as our Mike next season?

Klein was a solid off season acquisition however I think the Saints FO will continue to look for a true MLB (we lack speed) this off season either FA or the draft. Klein has seen some extensive action at both SLB and MLB but most of his experience comes from SAM.

I mentioned this a few weeks ago but if you circle back to the 2017 off season, we attempted to draft Reuben Foster, acquire Navarro Bowman & Hightower (NE). That tells me that the FO is still committed to finding a true MIKE. Next year I think we either sign a STUD LB in the draft or acquire a vet who can cover, rush the passer & gets to the sidelines with authority.

Keep an eye on Zach Brown and Nigel Bradham (FA's in 2018).

Just my .02.

AsylumGuido · 12-19-2017, 08:27 PM

Originally Posted by Danno

Sports hernia?

It sure seems like we have more of those than other teams.

He will be missed.

Have you researched that? It is one of the most common season ending injuries in the league.

Danno · 12-19-2017, 08:46 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

Have you researched that? It is one of the most common season ending injuries in the league.

No I haven't. Thats why I said "it seems"

I would be interested in some league wide stats tho.

st thomas · 12-19-2017, 09:51 PM

it must be the boudain and cracklins, i've been researching sinse 2012, it weakens the wall cavity muscles, leaving fat in its wake, this report was studied at the festival buildings behind the best stop, and don's meat market. ps, several harley riders experiencing same conditions in earlier studies.

st thomas · 12-19-2017, 09:54 PM

on a more serious notre, aj klien in my opinion is why we are a better defense period ,be his smarts or johnny on the spot. we re just better with him, sad to hear he wont be here for the super bowl babbbbbby.

ChrisXVI · 12-19-2017, 10:02 PM

I certainly don’t take PFF as gospel, however I do find it interesting that they have Klein rated 36.8... Good for second worst starting OLB in the league.

nola_swammi · 12-19-2017, 11:34 PM

Originally Posted by ChrisXVI

Is everybody pretty satisfied with Klein? Do you feel good enough about him to move forward with him as our Mike next season? I don’t think he’s really much of a playmaker but he’s a smart player and that’s imperative for the position.

More than satisfied, once he become healthy their is know doubt he should continue at Mike in nickel situations

Utah_Saint · 12-20-2017, 12:21 AM

Originally Posted by ChrisXVI

Is everybody pretty satisfied with Klein? Do you feel good enough about him to move forward with him as our Mike next season? I don’t think he’s really much of a playmaker but he’s a smart player and that’s imperative for the position.

The defense looks a lot more organized and not as many guys out of position when Klein's on the field.

12-19-2017, 07:48 PM	#11
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,619 Blog Entries: 3	Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR It will be tough losing Klein. We are getting really thin at LB. hagan714 likes this.

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NonieT 500th Post Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 921	Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR Originally Posted by ChrisXVI https://twitter.com/jkatzenstein/sta...48444810055680 https://twitter.com/nick_underhill/s...49747799834629 I thought Phillips was already on the roster. They elevated him when they put Fleener on IR.
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12-19-2017, 08:05 PM	#13
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,619 Blog Entries: 3	Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR Originally Posted by ChrisXVI Is everybody pretty satisfied with Klein? Do you feel good enough about him to move forward with him as our Mike next season? Klein was a solid off season acquisition however I think the Saints FO will continue to look for a true MLB (we lack speed) this off season either FA or the draft. Klein has seen some extensive action at both SLB and MLB but most of his experience comes from SAM. I mentioned this a few weeks ago but if you circle back to the 2017 off season, we attempted to draft Reuben Foster, acquire Navarro Bowman & Hightower (NE). That tells me that the FO is still committed to finding a true MIKE. Next year I think we either sign a STUD LB in the draft or acquire a vet who can cover, rush the passer & gets to the sidelines with authority. Keep an eye on Zach Brown and Nigel Bradham (FA's in 2018). Just my .02. hagan714, 44Champs and ChrisXVI like this.
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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,220	Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR Originally Posted by Danno Sports hernia? It sure seems like we have more of those than other teams. He will be missed. Have you researched that? It is one of the most common season ending injuries in the league. Danno likes this.

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Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,720	Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR Originally Posted by AsylumGuido Have you researched that? It is one of the most common season ending injuries in the league. No I haven't. Thats why I said "it seems" I would be interested in some league wide stats tho.

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st thomas Site Donor 2018 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: lafayette Posts: 7,753	Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR it must be the boudain and cracklins, i've been researching sinse 2012, it weakens the wall cavity muscles, leaving fat in its wake, this report was studied at the festival buildings behind the best stop, and don's meat market. ps, several harley riders experiencing same conditions in earlier studies. SmashMouth likes this.

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st thomas Site Donor 2018 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: lafayette Posts: 7,753	Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR on a more serious notre, aj klien in my opinion is why we are a better defense period ,be his smarts or johnny on the spot. we re just better with him, sad to hear he wont be here for the super bowl babbbbbby. Rugby Saint II and 44Champs like this.

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ChrisXVI 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 11,482	Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR I certainly don’t take PFF as gospel, however I do find it interesting that they have Klein rated 36.8... Good for second worst starting OLB in the league.

12-19-2017, 11:34 PM	#19
nola_swammi 1000 Posts + Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Monroe, La Posts: 2,627	Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR Originally Posted by ChrisXVI Is everybody pretty satisfied with Klein? Do you feel good enough about him to move forward with him as our Mike next season? I don’t think he’s really much of a playmaker but he’s a smart player and that’s imperative for the position. More than satisfied, once he become healthy their is know doubt he should continue at Mike in nickel situations

12-20-2017, 12:21 AM	#20
Utah_Saint Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 3,521	Re: A.J. Klein Placed on IR Originally Posted by ChrisXVI Is everybody pretty satisfied with Klein? Do you feel good enough about him to move forward with him as our Mike next season? I don’t think he’s really much of a playmaker but he’s a smart player and that’s imperative for the position. The defense looks a lot more organized and not as many guys out of position when Klein's on the field. CharityMike likes this.