The Philadelphia Eagles went into New Orleans this week with a lot of questions around them from whether or not Micahel Vick will be the starting QB to whether or not the outcome of this game will affect Andy Reid's job as head coach of the team. To make the questions go away for the time being, they needed a win.
The Eagles played the Saints in the Superdome who were themselves looking to rebound from a disastrous start to a strange season that had players and coaches of theirs suspended. They needed a win as well to get a chance of making something out of a lost season. Vick helped them get started right away throwing a 99 yard interception returned for a TD by Patrick Robinson. The Saints would get two more TDs before the half.
The Eagles managed to get the 2nd half started right with a 77 yard TD pass to DeSean Jackson after a turnover committed by Drew Brees via a fumble. The Eagles would then score a FG after a Saints fumble on the kickoff return. Brees would get the Saints to strike back late in the 3rd quarter with a 6 yard TD pass to Jimmy Graham. That gave them a 15 point lead that would not change for the rest of the game. The Eagles could not do anything else but fumble the ball in the 4th quarter. Saints win it 28-13 leaving both team 3-5 but heading in different directions.
The Eagles have 477 total yards of offense and get only 13 points. They had 5 red zone trips that resulted in no TDs. Meanwhile, the Saints and their struggling defense manage to get a big win at home as they get ready for the Falcons on Sunday. As for the Eagles, looks like more questions.
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Monday, November 5, 2012
Monday, October 8, 2012
Saints Finally Win a Game, Pats Beats Broncos, Bad Luck for Packers and More
Week 5 is here no thanks to that boring display on Thursday night. Made it easier to change over to Big Bang Theory. (I'M ON THE WEST COAST, OKAY!!!)
The Saints have struggled to find a win this year most likely because of the year long suspension of their head coach, Sean Peyton. The one week, however, he's allowed to come and watch the team play, they win the game. The Chargers came into town to face the Saints on the Sunday Night Football stage. Drew Brees had another monster game with 4 TD passes and 370 passing yards with only one pick. With that first TD pass to Devery Henderson for 40 yards in the 1st quarter, Brees passed Johnny Unitas for consecutive games with a TD pass. Brees has sole possession of the record at 48. Big picture, the Saints are able to hold off the Chargers late in the game and get their first win of the year 31-24.
Another good match up was earlier in the day featuring another chapter of Brady v. Manning with Peyton Manning now on the Denver Broncos. Manning had a huge day with 345 passing yards along with 3 TD passes. Meanwhile, Tom Brady's numbers had lesser numbers with 223 passing yards and 1 TD pass. The Patriots still win the game, though, 31-21. (What?) They have a running game now (Oh). Steven Ridley had 151 yards on the ground with a TD run. 3 Rushing TD's on the day for the Pats and 251 yards on the ground.
The rest of the days games interest me less (excluding the 49ers of course). Andrew Luck and the Colts come back from a 21-3 half time deficit to the Packers and win it 30-27. Luck was 31/55 with 362 passing yards, 2 TD passes, and one INT. Game ball went to Chuck Pagano. Get well soon. The Steelers managed to squeak by the Eagles, 16-14. Shaun Suisham hit the game winning 34 yd FG as time expired. No picks for Vick but he fumbled it to the other team twice. Cam Newton and the Panthers fall to another team, this time being the Seahawks, 16-12. Can we start questioning just how good Cam Newton is already? Last one I'll mention is that the Falcons stay undefeated as they beat the Redskins 24-17. RG3 sustained a concussion in the game after getting hit hard by Sean Weatherspoon. Where's the fine Goodell?
More football over except for tomorrow night's blowout win for the Texans. Thank goodness the Saints finally got a win. The team and the fans needed it.
P.S. For my complete take on the 49ers record day, click here. Check out the 49ers section at Prosportsblogging.com for my scoop on the team before and after the game.
P.P.S. Also check me out on Twitter @TheSportsKhanSF. "Does this uniform make me look fat?"
The Saints have struggled to find a win this year most likely because of the year long suspension of their head coach, Sean Peyton. The one week, however, he's allowed to come and watch the team play, they win the game. The Chargers came into town to face the Saints on the Sunday Night Football stage. Drew Brees had another monster game with 4 TD passes and 370 passing yards with only one pick. With that first TD pass to Devery Henderson for 40 yards in the 1st quarter, Brees passed Johnny Unitas for consecutive games with a TD pass. Brees has sole possession of the record at 48. Big picture, the Saints are able to hold off the Chargers late in the game and get their first win of the year 31-24.
Another good match up was earlier in the day featuring another chapter of Brady v. Manning with Peyton Manning now on the Denver Broncos. Manning had a huge day with 345 passing yards along with 3 TD passes. Meanwhile, Tom Brady's numbers had lesser numbers with 223 passing yards and 1 TD pass. The Patriots still win the game, though, 31-21. (What?) They have a running game now (Oh). Steven Ridley had 151 yards on the ground with a TD run. 3 Rushing TD's on the day for the Pats and 251 yards on the ground.
The rest of the days games interest me less (excluding the 49ers of course). Andrew Luck and the Colts come back from a 21-3 half time deficit to the Packers and win it 30-27. Luck was 31/55 with 362 passing yards, 2 TD passes, and one INT. Game ball went to Chuck Pagano. Get well soon. The Steelers managed to squeak by the Eagles, 16-14. Shaun Suisham hit the game winning 34 yd FG as time expired. No picks for Vick but he fumbled it to the other team twice. Cam Newton and the Panthers fall to another team, this time being the Seahawks, 16-12. Can we start questioning just how good Cam Newton is already? Last one I'll mention is that the Falcons stay undefeated as they beat the Redskins 24-17. RG3 sustained a concussion in the game after getting hit hard by Sean Weatherspoon. Where's the fine Goodell?
More football over except for tomorrow night's blowout win for the Texans. Thank goodness the Saints finally got a win. The team and the fans needed it.
P.S. For my complete take on the 49ers record day, click here. Check out the 49ers section at Prosportsblogging.com for my scoop on the team before and after the game.
P.P.S. Also check me out on Twitter @TheSportsKhanSF. "Does this uniform make me look fat?"
Sunday, September 2, 2012
2012 NFC South Preview: Falcons Clear for Takeoff
The NFC South should be very fun to watch unfold this year considering that each team is very intriguing for different reasons.
One thing that everyone couldn't stop talking about was Cam Newton and his rookie season as QB for the Panthers. He was phenomenal and could do even better this season. But I'm not sure he has the pieces around him to get it done and that defense needs improving . Hopefully rookie linebacker and the Panthers first draft pick in 2012, Luke Kuechly, can help give their defense a much needed boost.
What makes this division remarkable, however, is the fact that I honestly think each team has a shot at the playoffs (maybe more than some). Even though the Buccaneers had a bad season last year and have a new coach, there is still some hope for them. Josh Freeman may have slumped but partly due to a unbalanced offense. They will need help from the rushing attack a bit more and hopefully LeGarrette Blount does better along with new RB's Doug Martin and Michael Smith.
Even the Saints have a chance despite the fact that a couple of players are suspended along with the head coach and even the interim head coach for a while. They have a shot because of Drew Brees as their QB (which they risked jeopardizing a bit). But they are not my team in this division.
The Falcons are my choice for the NFC South. They might not be the sexiest pick but they are stable unlike most of the teams around them and they have a good QB in Matt Ryan looking to be called a great QB.
One thing that everyone couldn't stop talking about was Cam Newton and his rookie season as QB for the Panthers. He was phenomenal and could do even better this season. But I'm not sure he has the pieces around him to get it done and that defense needs improving . Hopefully rookie linebacker and the Panthers first draft pick in 2012, Luke Kuechly, can help give their defense a much needed boost.
What makes this division remarkable, however, is the fact that I honestly think each team has a shot at the playoffs (maybe more than some). Even though the Buccaneers had a bad season last year and have a new coach, there is still some hope for them. Josh Freeman may have slumped but partly due to a unbalanced offense. They will need help from the rushing attack a bit more and hopefully LeGarrette Blount does better along with new RB's Doug Martin and Michael Smith.
Even the Saints have a chance despite the fact that a couple of players are suspended along with the head coach and even the interim head coach for a while. They have a shot because of Drew Brees as their QB (which they risked jeopardizing a bit). But they are not my team in this division.
The Falcons are my choice for the NFC South. They might not be the sexiest pick but they are stable unlike most of the teams around them and they have a good QB in Matt Ryan looking to be called a great QB.
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Drew Brees and Saints Agree to a Deal... Finally
Perhaps the most shocking thing during the whole NFL off season is the fact that the Saints and Drew Brees have not come to a deal. The Saints tagged him and both sides have drawn out negotiations this close to training camp. Despite the way it has been going, the two sides have come to an agreement at last. Drew Brees and the Saints agreed to a five year worth $100 million in which $60 million is guaranteed. In fact, $40 million is guaranteed this upcoming season.
Through all the torment with Bountygate, this deal needed to get done. Having Drew Brees is the only way to keep playoff hopes for the Saints alive during this rough season ahead. It also gives them peace of mind for the next few seasons. It would have been interesting to see Brees holdout when the deadline passed but I guess if you are a football fan you are glad that Brees won't miss any time and are happy to have him available for your fantasy team.
Through all the torment with Bountygate, this deal needed to get done. Having Drew Brees is the only way to keep playoff hopes for the Saints alive during this rough season ahead. It also gives them peace of mind for the next few seasons. It would have been interesting to see Brees holdout when the deadline passed but I guess if you are a football fan you are glad that Brees won't miss any time and are happy to have him available for your fantasy team.
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