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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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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 to… More 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 »
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 will… More 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
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 midway… More 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 »
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 that… More 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
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
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 that… More 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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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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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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