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Age catching up to Watson?

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Can't help but question Hoomanuwanui and Watson's health right now...

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Watson could just be a case of age
Keep it all light and more flexibility based than snything else. Could see him playing sparingly over the first half of the season and get used late when everything's up for grabs. Really do think thats a position of need next year but with no 1st and probably a late second could be a FA priority

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Watson is a vet who knows our system. They could just be resting him to minimize risk. He doesn’t need reps.

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Originally Posted by The Dude (Post 807446)

Watson is a vet who knows our system. They could just be resting him to minimize risk. He doesn’t need reps.

It's a long season, at his age, can we count on him week-in, week-out?

Part of me believes we'd be better going with the youth, allow our great coaching work its magic than to rely on a TE who turns 38yo this season...

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^^^^ Ed Reed comparisons already (year 2) ?? That is ridiculous praise for Marcus. The kid will become great. Just watch ...

http://sportsnewsinstant.com/wp-cont...6x729_16-9.jpg

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Originally Posted by K Major (Post 807530)

^^^^ Ed Reed comparisons already (year 2) ?? That is ridiculous praise for Marcus. The kid will become great. Just watch ...

http://sportsnewsinstant.com/wp-cont...6x729_16-9.jpg

Five years from now people will be looking back and comparing Ed Reed to Marcus Williams.

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Take One: It’s time for a game

Monday was the first time all camp, I felt like the familiarity of practicing against each other really showed. The defense played great once again, but I just couldn’t shake the feeling that a lot of it had to do with the fact that they easily recognized what was coming.

We’ve reached that point in camp where it’s time to hit someone else and get under the lights of a game to gain a true evaluation for where this team is.

Take Two: Marcus Williams

For the third straight day, Williams picked off Drew Brees. Each interception has been a little different. On this play, it looked like he appeared to overrun a route as Brees was going to his the receiver behind him. But Williams was able quickly turn and undercut the throw for the pick.

Again, like I mentioned above, he’s lined up against him now for 11 practices so there’s no doubt he’s picked up on some tendencies. But that doesn’t discount the fact that Williams is having as good a camp as anyone.

Take Three: DeMario Davis makes another play in coverage

DeMario Davis made a fantastic play where he tracked down Alvin Kamara on a wheel route and knocked the ball away. For Davis and Alex Anzalone, they’re good in coverage because they can effectively cover routes behind them. Most linebackers are competent in covering routes in front them (flat, curl, etc.) but when they have to track a route downfield they struggle. Davis and Anzalone both have great range for their size. I can’t see the Saints pulling either of these players off the field on passing downs.

Take Four: Other Top Plays

Tyeler Davison sacked Brees during red zone.
DeVante Harris picked off Taysom Hill in the end zone.
A.J. Klein made a nice tackle for loss on Jonathan Williams.
Tom Savage hit Michael Floyd in the back corner of the end zone for a score.
Savage connected with Brandon Tate on a deep route. Tate had to lay out to catch it.

Take Five: Other Observations

I’m getting a little concerned about the tight end position. Ben Watson returned on a limited basis Monday but didn’t do team drills. Hooman came off PUP but he’s missed the last few practice for an undisclosed reason. Josh Hill is solid and Dan Arnold has been the surprise of camp, but health at this position is concerning.
Marshon Lattimore had two great reps during individual drills. While guarding Ted Ginn, Jr. Brees didn’t even attempt the throw because he was so well-covered.
I’m very curious to see Taysom Hill in a preseason game. Though he hasn’t mastered the offense, I can envision a scenario where a play completely breaks down, and he takes off for a huge gain exciting the fans.

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Originally Posted by jeanpierre (Post 807579)

Take Three: DeMario Davis makes another play in coverage

DeMario Davis made a fantastic play where he tracked down Alvin Kamara on a wheel route and knocked the ball away. For Davis and Alex Anzalone, they’re good in coverage because they can effectively cover routes behind them. Most linebackers are competent in covering routes in front them (flat, curl, etc.) but when they have to track a route downfield they struggle. Davis and Anzalone both have great range for their size. I can’t see the Saints pulling either of these players off the field on passing downs.

My thoughts exactly. I hope & trust Nolan will find a way to keep these two athletic linebackers on the field simultaneously.

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