Saints News: Friday's Headlines and Bylines from the Sidelines on July 23, 2021
The New Orleans Saints news headlines, bylines, and reports from the sidelines on Friday, July 23rd.
TOP 5 SAINTS NEWS OF THE WEEK
- Today's storylines focused on All-Pro WR Michael Thomas' ankle surgery and the time he will be away from the team during the 2021-22 regular season.
- Yesterday, news broke concerning the Saints' home arena will have a new name, the Caesars Superdome. The Louisiana lawmakers voted to approve the 20-year naming rights agreement between the New Orleans Saints and Caesars Entertainment. The value of the deal is approximately $138 million.
- Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard is being connected with the New Orleans Saints more each passing week. The disgruntled ballhawk and his defensive skills would be an asset for the Saints' defense.
- Kwon Alexander's return to the Black and Gold has been solidified just yet. The linebacker was rehabbing since March with Dr. Reef at the Athletix Rehab Center. It's the same complex made famous by superstar running back Alvin Kamara and his incredible workout videos. Dr. Reef told me about Kwon's rehabilitation, "I can honestly say not only did he get back to 100%, but I believe he got even better."
- Ted Ginn, Jr.'s retirement hit the wire and received national attention. The former New Orleans wide receiver decided to hang up his cleats and mentor young athletes in Ohio just like his legendary father, Ted Ginn, Sr.
May 16, 2021; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; (Editors Note: Panoramic image) Detailed aerial view of the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and Smoothie King Center before the game between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Los Angeles Lakers at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports
SAINTS NEWS NETWORK
Free-Agent Wideouts the Saints Could Pursue to Replace Michael Thomas
by: Bob Rose —Sports Illustrated: Saints News Network
Fantasy Football Injury Reaction: Saints WR Michael Thomas Out Indefinitely; Tre'Quan Smith Climbs Draft Boards
by: Michael Fabiano —Sports Illustrated
How Will the Saints Deal With Losing Michael Thomas?
by: Kyle T. Mosley —Sports Illustrated: Saints News Network
Report: Michael Thomas Will Miss the Start of 2021 Season
by: Bob Rose —Sports Illustrated: Saints News Network
Saints Countdown to NFL Kickoff 2021: #52 Craig Robertson
by: Brendan Boylan —Sports Illustrated: Saints News Network
Saints' Running Backs a Position of Strength Entering 2021
by: Bob Rose —Sports Illustrated: Saints News Network
The Mercedes-Benz Superdome is Renamed Caesars Superdome
by: Carla Antoine —Sports Illustrated: Saints News Network
Saints News: 'Caesars Superdome' Name Approved by Louisiana Lawmakers
by: Kyle T. Mosley —Sports Illustrated: Saints News Network
Saints: COVID-19 Delta Variant Could Affect Superdome Attendance
by: Kyle T. Mosley —Sports Illustrated: Saints News Network
Dec 13, 2020; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New Orleans Saints linebacker Craig Robertson (52) and outside linebacker Kwon Alexander (58) before action against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
CANAL STREET CHRONICLES
Michael Thomas likely sidelined to start 2021 season, per report
by: Matthew Terry —SB Nation: Canal Street Chronicles
Kwon Alexander visit sends mixed signals for Saints defense
by: KSkiver35 —SB Nation: Canal Street Chronicles
What to expect from D line in weeks without David Onyemata
by: Andrew Bell —SB Nation: Canal Street Chronicles
Saints WR Tre'Quan Smith; Credit: USA Today Sports
SAINTS WIRE
The Athletic reports Michael Thomas could miss up to five games
by: John Sigler —USA Today: Saints Wire
Saints depth chart at receiver looks grim without Michael Thomas
by: John Sigler —USA Today: Saints Wire
Michael Thomas expected to miss start of 2021 season following ankle surgery
by: John Sigler —USA Today: Saints Wire
Credit: USA Today Sports
WHO DAT DISH
Saints should capitalize on Davante Adams’ displeasure with Packers
by: Leigh Oleszczak —Fansided: Who Dat Dish
6 wide receivers Saints can add while Michael Thomas is out
by: Leigh Oleszczak —Fansided: Who Dat Dish
What will the New Orleans Saints’ offense look like in 2021?
by: Leigh Oleszczak —Fansided: Who Dat Dish
OTHER SAINTS NEWS SOURCES
Walker: Michael Thomas' delayed start to season the latest blow during Saints' offseason
by: ROD WALKER
NFL Insider Shares New Details On Michael Thomas Injury
by: Chris Rosvoglou —The Spun
4 wide receivers Saints should sign in Micheal Thomas’ absence
by: Benedetto Vitale —Clutchpoints
TSC: C.J. Gardner-Johnson hints at Saints super secondary with Xavien Howard
by: The Who Dat Daily Staff —The Who Dat Daily
Tommy Stevens to work out for Packers as a tight end - ProFootballTalk
by: Josh Alper —NBC Sports
Saints, Caesars Palace Agree to 20-Year, $138M Superdome Naming Rights Contract
by: Rob Goldberg —Bleacher Report
Will Jameis Winston or Taysom Hill be the Saints starting QB?
by: Eric Karabell, ESPN Senior Writer —NFL Nation: Atlanta Falcons
