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Tagged: Drew Brees (116 Results)

Podcast: September 19 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Ian Allan and Justin Eleff discuss the NFL's sudden rash of quarterback turnover, then look ahead to Thursday's Titans-Jaguars game (although they don't look forward to it). Sponsored by DraftKings.  more »

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Sep
18

Brees to have surgery today

New Orleans quarterback DREW BREES got a second opinion on his injured thumb, and the results were the same as the first opinion. That being settled, Brees is now scheduled toMore have surgery today. Brees said he is confident in the surgery, adding that he would dedicate himself to the rehab process to get back as quickly as possible. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Podcast: September 17 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Aaron Bland and Justin Eleff work the waiver wire after Week 2 of the NFL regular season. Sponsored by RotoWire.  more »

Sep
17

Brees expected to miss 6 weeks

New Orleans quarterback DREW BREES tore a ligament in the thumb on his throwing hand on Sunday and is expected to be heading for surgery to repair the damage. Brees willMore reportedly miss the next 6 weeks due to the injury. For interested fantasy owners, the specific ligament that was torn is the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his thumb. With Brees out, TEDDY BRIDGEWATER takes over at quarterback for the Saints. Less

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Sep
16

Brees injures hand, set to see specialist

New Orleans quarterback DREW BREES injured his thumb in Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams and will meet with a hand specialist for further evaluation. Brees suffered the injury midwayMore through the first quarter in a collision with Rams defensive lineman AARON DONALD. Backup quarterback TEDDY BRIDGEWATER replaced Brees, who was not able to return to the game after the injury. Less

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Podcast: September 13 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Ian Allan and Justin Eleff preview Week 2 of the NFL regular season. Sponsored by DraftKings.  more »

Aug
21

Saints QB Hill drawing comparisons to Steve Young

New Orleans head coach Sean Payton says that third-string quarterback TAYSOM HILL has a real future under center, going as far as to compare him to Steve Young. Payton added thatMore he has seen significant growth from a year ago. After an impressive preseason performance last week, Hill is believed to be gaining ground on TEDDY BRIDGEWATER for the backup spot behind DREW BREES. Less

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Jun
28

Sproles seen working out with Drew Brees

Veteran running back DARREN SPROLES is currently a free agent, although he was spotted recently working out with New Orleans quarterback DREW BREES. Sproles, 36, said earlier this month that he wanted to continue playing if the right situation came up.

Source: Star-Ledger

May
29

Saints have high hopes for TE Cook

With the team’s first three-day OTA complete, New Orleans quarterback DREW BREES is excited about the potential of new tight end JARED COOK heading into the 2019 season. Brees said thatMore Cook has a great feel for the game, adding that he thinks his new tight end is “going to fit very well in our offense”. Less

Source: New Orleans Advocate

Around the NFL: It can only be Jared

It’s official. The paperwork has been signed, and the Saints now have Jared Cook to work with at tight end. It’s a signing that I’m lukewarm on.  more »

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Mar
18

Bridgewater sticks with Saints

New Orleans backup quarterback TEDDY BRIDGEWATER decided to remain with the Saints as a backup instead of heading to Miami for a possible starting gig. Bridgewater likes the opportunity he has in New Orleans, even though 40-year-old DREW BREES has given no clear indication of when he may eventually retire.

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Podcast: January 10 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Ian Allan and Justin Eleff discuss new NFL head coaches and preview the divisional round of the playoffs. Sponsored by DraftKings.  more »

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Factoid: Top seeds in playoffs

You’re putting together your fantasy roster for the postseason. Do you load up on players from Kansas City and New Orleans? Or is it more likely that we’ll see a pair of more lightly regarded teams in the Super Bowl?   more »

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Dec
29

Bridgewater to start for Saints

Backup quarterback TEDDY BRIDGEWATER will start for the New Orleans Saints on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers. With the Saints having already clinched the top seed for the playoffs, DREW BREES will get to rest this Sunday.

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Factoid: Kamara Chameleon

Watching Drew Brees knock me out of a playoff semifinal (at least I didn't make a bad choice; my alternative was Cam Newton), I was reminded that we often see that Brees is a lot better at home than on the road. Not just Brees; the entire Saints offense tends to be better at home.   more »

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