Football Season is right around the corner. As Sean Payton enters his 13th season as head coach, he will go down as the most successful coach in Saints history no matter what happens from here on out. He probably crossed that territory before his suspension in 2012. Some of the best players and moments in Saints history have come under
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The news broke this morning that Saints star wide receiver Michael Thomas will hold out. Reports indicate he wants to make $20 million per season, making him the highest paid receiver in NFL history. On the surface, that sounds bad considering Thomas isn’t even widely looked at as THE best receiver in the NFL. But, he is in the conversation
Read moreBy RICHARD FISCHER Hotard Huddle Contributor In the last few days you’ve read several puff pieces from the local media applauding the Saints’ deal with Drew Brees. And although I am pleased with the terms of the contract (at least until we hear how much the Saints are on the hook for against the cap in 2018-20 after the contract
Read moreCheck out the following links below to listen to this week’s podcast. Don’t forget to hit that follow/subscribe button. SOUNDCLOUD or YOUTUBE Off The Record is an uncensored sports podcast featuring Michael Hotard and Richard Fischer. Two former journalist who left the game, but have returned with one goal, have some fun. Opening (Dumb Quote of the Week) John Curtis
Read moreAnother glorious NFL season is upon us. One of the most interesting that will happen in 2016 is the landscape of the quarterbacks. For starters, Peyton Manning rode off into the sunset after winning the Super Bowl last year. It is crazy to think about a Peyton Manning-less NFL. In addition to Manning retiring, there are a bunch of young
Read moreFor any New Orleans sports fan, there is no higher power than the Saints starting quarterback Drew Brees. He is the face of New Orleans sports and the mold that helped bring the city back to life after Hurricane Katrina. For that, most New Orleans natives are forever grateful. However, for the last few off-seasons, Brees has made headlines for his current contract situation.
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