New Orleans Saints C Jonathan Goodwin (knee), LB Marvin Mitchell (foot) and CB Malcolm Jenkins (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 6. They are listed as probable for Week 9 and are expected to play.

New Orleans Saints C Jonathan Goodwin (knee) practiced in full Thursday, Nov. 5, and is expected to be fine for Week 9.

The Times-Picayune's Jeff Duncan reports New Orleans Saints LB Scott Fujita (calf), C Jonathan Goodwin (knee), WR Lance Moore (ankle) and DL Kendrick Clancy (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Nov. 4.

News: The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports that Garrett Hartley will not likely be starting as the Saints' kicker Week 9 and the team will continue to rely on John Carney.

Analysis: There has been a kicking miscue in each of the Saints' past three games but Carney is not getting pulled just yet. Therefore, he is a highly-recommended Fantasy option for Week 9 against the Panthers. Hartley could end up kicking at some point, but is only recommended for long-term keeper leagues at this point

With Garrett Hartley listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Carolina, Carney is in no danger of losing the kicker job this week.

Spin: Despite missing three of his 11 field-goal attempts this season, Carney doesn't seem to be in imminent danger of losing the job even when Hartley is healthy.Fri, Nov 6

According to the New Orleans Times-Picayune, it "doesn't appear" K John Carney is in danger of losing his job to Garrett Hartley despite missing three kicks in the last two weeks. Coach Sean Payton said the problems haven't been Carney's alone, placing some of the blame on snapper Jason Kyle and holder Mark Brunell as well. Dynasty leaguers will have to keep carrying both Saints kickers for the time being.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Related: Garrett Hartley

News: Courtney Roby and David Thomas were the only two Saints players not to record any offensive statistics in Week 6 against the Giants.

Analysis: Neither player will play a significant role this season. They should be left on waivers in all leagues

News: The Saints have brought back kick return specialist and reserve receiver Courtney Roby. General manager Mickey Loomis announced the signing on Tuesday and said tight end Buck Ortega was waived to make room on the roster. Roby, now in his fourth year in the NFL, signed with the Saints during the 2008 season and served as the team's primary kickoff returner for five games before his season ended with an ankle injury. He averaged 24.8 yards on 19 kickoff returns for the Saints last season.

Analysis: Neither of these players were or are expected to produce enough stats to warrant Fantasy use. Keep them off of rosters for now

The Saints have brought back kick return specialist and reserve receiver Courtney Roby.

Impacts: Roby, now in his fourth year in the NFL, signed with the Saints during the 2008 season and served as the team's primary kickoff returner for five games before his season ended with an ankle injury. He averaged 24.8 yards on 19 kickoff returns for the Saints last season. The 6-foot, 189-pound former Indiana standout entered the league as the Tennessee Titans' 2005 third-round draft choice and also has played for the Indianapolis Colts.

Meachem caught two balls for 47 yards Monday against Atlanta.

Spin: With a favorable second half schedule, Meachem could emerge as sleeper in deeper leagues with his ability to get open downfield. Drew Brees loves to spread the ball around to his weapons, however, so it is never quite known who will reap the benefits in the Saints' offense on a given week.Tue, Nov 3

News: Saints WR Robert Meachem, who went without a reception last week, had two for 47 yards Week 8 against the Falcons. He has yet to record more than two receptions in a game.

Analysis: Meachem is good for the occasional big play, but he's too low on the depth chart to put up reliable numbers in Fantasy, even on an offense as explosive as the Saints'. Leave him on waivers for Week 9 against the Panthers

Robert Meachem caught two passes for 47 yards in the Saints' Monday night win. Meachem was targeted just two times on the night, as he is far down the totem pole in the Saints' offensive attack. He is not a fantasy option at this time.

Jeff Duncan, of the New Orleans Times-Picayune, reports New Orleans Saints OG Jamar Nesbit could be released or have his contract restructured.

Nesbit was inactive for the Saints' game against Tampa Bay on Sunday.

Impacts: Nesbit, who served a four-game suspension for violating the NFL's policy on anabolic steroids and related substances earlier this season, has not played this season.

Saints G Jamar Nesbit, who was suspended four games earlier this season, filed suit Tuesday against StarCaps, the maker of a weight-loss supplement, alleging it was spiked with a diuretic banned by the NFL. The NFL considers players fully responsible for what is in their bodies, so Nesbit went after StarCaps for his lost salary instead. Nesbit's leftover pills were reportedly tested and found to include Bumetanide (the same substance for which Deuce McAllister and others have tested positive), which was not listed as an ingredient. It sounds like Nesbit may have a case, but it's unlikely to affect the suspensions of other players.Source: Sporting News

New Orleans lineman Zach Strief and Jon Stinchcomb stood side-by-side, feet shoulder-width apart.

Zach Strief is expected to fill in at left tackle for Jermon Bushrod (ankle, knee) against the Jets this week. The former seventh-round pick was retained as the third-string tackle after garnering no interest on the free agent market. With Rex Ryan sure to dial up the blitzes on Sunday, Drew Brees could face heavy pressure for the second straight week.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Zach Strief is expected to fill in at left tackle for Jermon Bushrod (ankle, knee) against the Jets this week. The former seventh-round pick was retained as the third-string tackle after garnering no interest on the free agent market. With Rex Ryan sure to dial up the bliztes on Sunday, Drew Brees could face heavy pressure for the second straight week.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

With Lance Moore ruled out for Sunday's game against Carolina according to the New Orleans Times-Picayune, Bush could see more snaps lined up out wide as a receiver.

Spin: Courtney Roby is currently listed as the Saints' fourth wide receiver, but for all effective purposes, that role falls to Bush. He received a career-low four touches Monday against Atlanta but should see that number go up as a result of the injury to Moore.Fri, Nov 6

With Lance Moore ruled out for Sunday's game against Carolina accoring to the New Orleans Times-Picayune, Bush could see more snaps lined up out wide as a receiver.

Spin: Courtney Roby is currently listed as the Saints' fourth wide receiver, but for all effective purposes, that role falls to Bush. He received a career-low four touches Monday against Atlanta but should see that number go up as a result of the injury to Moore.Fri, Nov 6

Reggie Bush has scored a touchdown in every game he's ever played on ESPN. He's got six career touchdowns in prime-time games. Bush consistently comes to play under the bright lights, but his workload is still a major fantasy concern. He's getting the ball just 6.5 times a game in the last four weeks. Bush would be a shaky play in any format against Carolina in Week 9.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Drew Brees sounds like a man who's embarrassed, and not because of all the compliments he's getting over the New Orleans Saints' perfect record through seven games.

Brees had two turnovers but passed for 308 yards and two scores Monday night in the Saints' 35-27 win over Atlanta.

Impacts: Brees has turned the ball over six times (four interceptions, two fumbles) in the past two games, but that still hasn't derailed the Saints' perfect season. Look for turnovers to be a rarity for Brees in the next three weeks, when he faces Carolina, St. Louis and Tampa Bay.

Drew Brees has been responsible for six Saints turnovers (four interceptions, two lost fumbles) in the past two games.

Our View: Of course he's also been responsible for six touchdowns, but for the Saints to really develop into a top-tier team down the stretch they are going to have to cut out some of the turnovers. With the talent they have, expect them to do so.

Saints' Week 8 inactives: linebacker Scott Fujita, defensive tackle Sedrick Ellis, kicker Garrett Hartley, defensive backs Leigh Torrence and Chris Reis, running back Lynell Hamilton, center Nick Leckey and third quarterback Chase Daniel.

Our View: Losing Fujita and Ellis has to be a concern for the Saints, especially going against Falcons' running back Michael Turner. Troy Evans will likely see time in Fujita's place tonight.

The New Orleans Saints have declared QB Chase Daniel, SS Chris Reis, PK Garrett Hartley, CB Leigh Torrence, RB Lynell Hamilton, C Nick Leckey, LB Scott Fujita, DL Sedrick Ellis inactive for Week 8.

News: Saints QB Chase Daniel, K Garrett Hartley, DB Leigh Torrence, DB Malcolm Jenkins, RB Lynell Hamilton, LB Scott Fujita and DL Kendrick Clancy have all been ruled inactive for Week 7 at Miami.

Analysis: Hartley continues to sit out while John Carney is handling the placekicking duties. Fujita and Jenkins are both out due to injuries, and the Saints have no room for Hamilton as long as Pierre Thomas, Reggie Bush and Mike Bell are healthy. Make sure to keep all of these players reserved for Week 7

News: The Saints host the Panthers in Week 9 as New Orleans looks to stop coach John Fox's domination over them (Fox is 10-4 vs. N.O.). Saints RB Pierre Thomas, who didn't start in either game vs. Carolina last season, will be looking to match his touchdown tally from Week 8, when he found the end zone twice vs. the Falcons. Carolina ranks 24th vs. the run and stuffed Arizona last Sunday.

Analysis: Mike Bell is being a pain for Thomas' owners, as he continues to steal carries away. Still, Thomas appears to be the goal-line back with Sean Payton's confidence for now, so feel free to use Thomas as a mid to low-end No. 1 Fantasy RB for Week 9

Thomas had 14 carries for 91 yards and a touchdown and also caught a pass for a score in the Saints' 35-27 win over Atlanta on Monday night.

Impacts: It's hard to tell what you're going to get week-to-week from the Saints' running backs, but Thomas remains the best threat to break a big play. Look for plenty of those the next three weeks against Carolina, Tampa Bay and St. Louis.

Thomas carried 14 times for 91 yards and a touchdown and added two receptions for nine yards and another score in the Saints' 35-27 win over Atlanta on Monday night.

Spin: The real Thomas stood up on Monday night. While he did lose a fumble and finished with fewer carries than Mike Bell (17 to 14), Thomas showed power and explosiveness on nearly every run and both of his scores were showstoppers. His dive into the end zone off a one-yard screen pass was impressive enough, but his stop-start-explode 22-yard run in the first quarter was about as good as it gets this side of Adrian Peterson. There is simply no good reason for Thomas not to get the bulk of the carries in the Saints' running game when healthy.Mon, Nov 2

New Orleans Saints OG Jahri Evans (toe) fully participated in practice Saturday, Oct. 31. He is listed as probable for Week 8.

New Orleans Saints C Jonathan Goodwin (ankle), OG Jahri Evans (toe), OG Jon Stinchcomb (knee) and OT Jermon Bushrod (thumb) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 30. They are expected to play in Week 8.

New Orleans Saints OG Jahri Evans (toe) practiced in full Thursday, Oct. 29, and is expected to play in Week 8.

Shockey had five catches for 72 yards Monday night in the Saints' 35-27 win over Atlanta.

Impacts: Shockey has only scored one touchdown since grabbing two in Week 1, but that shouldn't diminish his fantasy value. Drew Brees is clearly looking for him, but on a team with as many options as New Orleans has, he's not always going to score.

News: Saints TE Jeremy Shockey, who topped 50 yards receiving for the first time all season last week, did so again Week 8 against the Falcons, catching five passes for 72 yards. He played both games with a shoulder injury.

Analysis: Apparently, that shoulder injury is good luck for Shockey, who has become a favorite of QB Drew Brees lately. It's not that he's getting more catches; he's just doing more with them. He's one of the few tight ends you can trust for 4-5 grabs each week, so he's a No. 1 tight end in Fantasy, especially with all of the injuries at the position lately. The Saints host the Panthers in Week 9

Shockey (shoulder) caught five passes for 72 yards in the Saints' 35-27 win over Atlanta on Monday night.

Spin: Not only were many of Shockey's catches important (often on third down), but a few of them were of the highlight variety. It continues to be a nice comeback year for the combustible tight end.Mon, Nov 2

Darnell Dinkins practiced during the week, but remains out of action while still recovering from his fractured foot, according to the Associated Press.

Our View: Dinkins is a good blocker, but holds no fantasy value as long as Jeremy Shockey and David Thomas remain intact.

Saints inactives: QB Chase Daniel, TE Darnell Dinkins, PK Garrett Hartley, LB Jolonn Dunbar, DL Kendrick Clancy, CB Leigh Torrence, RB Lynell Hamilton, C Nick Leckey.

Our View: Hartley is inactive, meaning John Carney will remain the placekicker. Pierre Thomas and Mike Bell are healthy and ready to go in a big game against the Giants.

The New Orleans Saints have declared QB Chase Daniel, TE Darnell Dinkins, PK Garrett Hartley, LB Jolonn Dunbar, DL Kendrick Clancy, CB Leigh Torrence, RB Lynell Hamilton, C Nick Leckey inactive for Week 6.

Henderson caught four passes for 46 yards Monday against Atlanta.

Spin: Henderson made a spectacular 24-yard grab in the second half Sunday. He could emerge as a sleeper in the second half with the Saints facing a very favorable schedule. Be warned, however. It is often Russian roulette in determining which Saints' receiver outside of Marques Colston will wind up with a big game.Tue, Nov 3

News: Saints WR Devery Henderson caught four passes for 46 yards Week 8 against the Falcons, but he again didn't score a touchdown. He hasn't since Week 1.

Analysis: The Saints receiving corps consists of Marques Colston and every else, so even though Henderson might technically rank higher on the depth chart, he doesn't put up consistent numbers. He's just a low-end option for Week 9 against the Panthers

Devery Henderson caught four passes for 46 yards on Monday night. Henderson was targeted five times on the night and had a huge 24-yard catch down the sideline to set up Reggie Bush's touchdown in the second quarter. He and Lance Moore continue to split production in the Saints' offense. Henderson and the Saints play Carolina at home in Week 9.

Meachem caught two balls for 47 yards Monday against Atlanta.

Spin: With a favorable second half schedule, Meachem could emerge as sleeper in deeper leagues with his ability to get open downfield. Drew Brees loves to spread the ball around to his weapons, however, so it is never quite known who will reap the benefits in the Saints' offense on a given week.Tue, Nov 3

News: Saints WR Robert Meachem, who went without a reception last week, had two for 47 yards Week 8 against the Falcons. He has yet to record more than two receptions in a game.

Analysis: Meachem is good for the occasional big play, but he's too low on the depth chart to put up reliable numbers in Fantasy, even on an offense as explosive as the Saints'. Leave him on waivers for Week 9 against the Panthers

Robert Meachem caught two passes for 47 yards in the Saints' Monday night win. Meachem was targeted just two times on the night, as he is far down the totem pole in the Saints' offensive attack. He is not a fantasy option at this time.

News: Courtney Roby and David Thomas were the only two Saints players not to record any offensive statistics in Week 6 against the Giants.

Analysis: Neither player will play a significant role this season. They should be left on waivers in all leagues

News: The Saints have brought back kick return specialist and reserve receiver Courtney Roby. General manager Mickey Loomis announced the signing on Tuesday and said tight end Buck Ortega was waived to make room on the roster. Roby, now in his fourth year in the NFL, signed with the Saints during the 2008 season and served as the team's primary kickoff returner for five games before his season ended with an ankle injury. He averaged 24.8 yards on 19 kickoff returns for the Saints last season.

Analysis: Neither of these players were or are expected to produce enough stats to warrant Fantasy use. Keep them off of rosters for now

The Saints have brought back kick return specialist and reserve receiver Courtney Roby.

Impacts: Roby, now in his fourth year in the NFL, signed with the Saints during the 2008 season and served as the team's primary kickoff returner for five games before his season ended with an ankle injury. He averaged 24.8 yards on 19 kickoff returns for the Saints last season. The 6-foot, 189-pound former Indiana standout entered the league as the Tennessee Titans' 2005 third-round draft choice and also has played for the Indianapolis Colts.

Sharper recorded three tackles and an interception Monday against Atlanta.

Spin: Sharper is not one to make too many tackles, deriving most of hi fantasy value from interceptions. Luckily for his owners, he leads the league with seven of those and added another one on an errant hail mary pass to end the game Monday night.Tue, Nov 3

News: Saints DB Darren Sharper recorded his seventh interception Week 8 against the Falcons, leaping high to snag a desperation heave by QB Matt Ryan late in the fourth quarter. Unlike three of his previous six interceptions, he didn't return this one for a touchdown. He also had four tackles, including three solo.

Analysis: Sharper is having another amazing season in an already amazing career. He has a knack for returning interceptions for touchdowns and might get a couple more before the end of the season. He's a must-start DB in Fantasy IDP leagues

The Associated Press reports the New Orleans Saints intercepted three passes during the team’s Week 8 game. CB Jabari Greer returned an interception for a touchdown in the game, tying a single-season franchise mark set in 1998 with five scores on an interception this year. FS Darren Sharper’s seventh interception of the season was the team’s 16th of the year, surpassing the team’s total of 15 in 2008. The Saints have at least one interception in every game this year.

Greer recorded five tackles and returned an interception for a touchdown Monday against Atlanta.

Spin: Greer has been performing at a Pro Bowl level thus far this year. Greer has 30 tackles this year, to go with two interceptions and 13 pass defenses.Tue, Nov 3

News: Saints DB Jabari Greer recorded his second interception of the season and returned it 48 yards for a touchdown in the second quarter Week 8 against the Falcons. he also had six tackles, including five solo.

Analysis: Greer is in his first season with the Saints after spending his first few with the Bills. His two interceptions equal his career high, so he'll need a few more before you can treat him as more than a low-end option in Fantasy IDP leagues

Greer recorded two tackles and two pass defenses Sunday in Miami.

Spin: Greer continued to play well Sunday locking up Ted Ginn for most of the afternoon. Teams have begun to be wary of Greer's presence of the field and have started to throw towards the other side of the field, yet Tracy Porter had performed well as the other starting corner.Mon, Oct 26

Grant recored four tackles Sunday against the Giants.

Spin: While he was unable to sack Eli Manning, Grant continued his recent surge in production. The Giants' pose one of the best offensive lines in the game, but an early deficit put the Saints' defense in position to attack the quarterback. This trend should continue throughout the year, which should lead to consistent numbers from Grant and the defensive unit.Mon, Oct 19

Grant had two sacks and five tackles against the Jets Sunday.

Spin: That makes it four sacks over the last two games for Grant. His sack total is already the highest it has been since he racked up 16 in 2006.Mon, Oct 5

News: Saints DL Charles Grant, who has only 5 1/2 sacks in 22 games over the last two seasons, recorded his first two of 2009 against the Jets in Week 4. He also had five solo tackles.

Analysis: Grant isn't known for racking up sacks, so he's just a low-end DL in Fantasy IDP leagues

New Orleans Saints DL Sedrick Ellis (knee) did not practice Thursday, Nov. 5, and is unlikely to play in Week 9.

Saints coach Sean Payton called reports of Sedrick Ellis missing 4-6 weeks with a knee sprain "inaccurate." "I think it is going to be sooner than that, yet the key is making sure he is 100 percent," Payton said. The Saints sorely missed their run-stopper in Week 8, when Michael Turner gashed them for a season-high 151 yards. They'll have their hands full with DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart his week.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Saints coach Sean Payton called reports of Sedrick Ellis missing 4-6 weeks with a knee sprain "inaccurate." "I think it is going to be sooner than that, yet the key is making sure he is 100 percent," Payton said. Running backs Pierre Thomas and Mike Bell missed closer to 3-4 weeks with a similar injury, which may be a more realistic timetable for Ellis.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Fujita (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Carolina, the New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Spin: Fujita still hasn't returned to practice, so the chances of seeing him this week are slim. Troy Evans is ready to start in his place.Fri, Nov 6

New Orleans Saints LB Scott Fujita (calf) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 6. He is listed as questionable for Week 9 and is not expected to play.

After not practicing all week because of a calf sprain, linebacker Scott Fujita is questionable for Week 9, according to the New Orleans Times-Picayune.

Our View: He sat out Week 8, and doesn't seem likely to play this weekend even though he is only listed as questionable.

Vilma made five tackles Monday against Atlanta.

Spin: After a slow start to the year, Vilma has picked up his game the past two weeks. Part of this may be due to teams running the ball more against the Saints' defense the last two games.Tue, Nov 3

Vilma recorded seven tackles Sunday in Miami.

Spin: Vilma rebounded strongly for a poor showing last week against the Giants. Miami ran the ball quite a bit against the Saints, and Vilma responded by making a number of good hits as the Saints' defense stiffened in the second half. Vilma is stout against the run, which means he holds more value against teams that like to run the ball.Mon, Oct 26

Vilma had his worst game of the season, only make one solo tackle on Sunday against the Giants.

Spin: In addition to only recording one tackle, Vilma had a costly roughing the passer penalty on Ei Manning that took points off the board for the Saints' defense, as Darren Sharper picked off the pass and took it for a touchdown. While Vilma is still the leader of the Saints' defense in the middle, his numbers have just not matched his draft status in IDP leagues. If you can still get some value for him, it may be time too seek out other options.Mon, Oct 19

Porter (foot) recorded six tackles and an interception Monday against Atlanta.

Spin: It was a good game for Porter, who was also credited with a pass defense. His interception came off a pass tipped by Jonathan Vilma.Tue, Nov 3

Saints' CB Tracy Porter left Monday night's game against the Falcons with a head injury but later returned. Porter and Darren Sharper collided while making a tackle on Roddy White, and Porter suffered the worst of the hit. He was helped to the sideline by trainers.

Saints' CB Tracy Porter left Monday night's game against the Falcons with a head injury. Porter and Darren Sharper collided while making a tackle on Roddy White, and Porter suffered the worst of the hit. He was helped to the sideline by trainers and will likely be replaced by Randall Gay.

New Orleans Saints CB Leigh Torrence (hamstring) fully participated in practice Saturday, Oct. 31. He is listed as probable for Week 8.

New Orleans Saints CB Leigh Torrence (hamstring) practiced in full Thursday, Oct. 29, and should be ready to play in Week 8.

New Orleans Saints CB Leigh Torrence (hamstring) was limited during practice Friday, Oct. 23. He is listed as probable for Week 7 and is expected to play.

New Orleans Saints DE Bobby McCray (back) and WR Rod Harper (foot) were limited during practice Friday, Oct. 2. They are listed as probable for Week 4. McCray should play in the game, while Harper should be available to play.

New Orleans Saints DE Bobby McCray (back) was limited during practice Thursday, Oct. 1. He should be able to play in Week 4.

New Orleans Saints OT Jermon Bushrod (knee, ankle), DT Kendrick Clancy (knee), TE Darnell Dinkins (foot), CB Malcolm Jenkins (ankle), LS Jason Kyle (knee, ankle) and DE Bobby McCray (back) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Sept. 30.

Clancy was placed on injured reserve Saturday, ending his season.

Impacts: Clancy, a 10th-year player in his third season with the Saints, played in two games and was inactive for five others because of the injury.

News: The New Orleans Saints have placed defensive tackle Kendrick Clancy on injured reserve with a knee injury and signed defensive tackle DeMario Pressley from the practice squad to the active roster.

Analysis: Clancy, a 10th-year player in his third season with the Saints, played in two games and was inactive for five others because of the injury. Both he and Pressley have no Fantasy value at this time

Saints placed NT Kendrick Clancy (knee) on injured reserve, ending his season. It's not a huge loss for the Saints. Anthony Hargrove should see more snaps with Clancy done and Sedrick Ellis out a couple more weeks. Clancy is a free agent after this season.Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter Related: Anthony Hargrove

The Saints signed six players to their practice squad on Sunday. The list included wide receiver Skyler Green, guard Tim Duckworth, linebacker Jo-Lonn Dunbar, running back Lynell Hamilton, tight end Buck Ortega, and defensive end Josh Savage, the New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.We know that countless readers were worried about the status of superstars like Green and Ortega.

Tyler Palko was among the Saints' roster cuts, according to the New Orleans Times-Picayune. Also released were receivers Skyler Green and Joe West, running back Lynell Hamilton, fullback Olaniyi Sobomehein, tight end Buck Ortega, guards Alleman and Duckworth, defensive end Josh Savage, tackle Harris, linebackers Jo-Lonn Dunbar and William Kershaw. They also placed cornerback Greg Fassitt (knee) on IR.The Saints only have two quarterbacks with starter Drew Brees and primary backup Mark Brunell, and it remains to be seen if the team will add another quarterback or just stick with the pair.

Harper recorded seven tackles Monday against Atlanta.

Spin: Another solid performance by the fourth year safety. He now has 38 tackles on the year.Tue, Nov 3

Saints SS Roman Harper is on pace to finish the season with 102 tackles and six forced fumbles. Harper has been freed up for more running-game, or "in the box" duty, with free safety Darren Sharper manning center field and the Saints' cornerback duo playing so well. In a contract year, Harper's been a clear-cut DB1 IDP.

Harper recorded three tackles and forced a fumbled Sunday in Miami.

Spin: For the second straight week, Harper forced a fumble. He's averaging just over five tackles a game and has played well near the line of scrimmage, as he has blitzed more than any other player on the Saints' defense.Mon, Oct 26

New Orleans Saints LS Jason Kyle (knee, ankle) fully participated in practice Thursday, Oct. 1. Head coach Sean Payton said Kyle should be ready to play in Week 4. If Kyle were not able to play, LB Troy Evans or SS Chris Reis would be the long snapper.

CBSSports.com reports New Orleans Saints TE Billy Miller (knee) and SS Chris Reis were limited during the team’s morning practice Sunday, Aug. 16.

Larry Holder, of the Biloxi Sun-Herald, reports New Orleans Saints SS Chris Reis (hamstring) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 10. He is listed as probable for the team\'s Week 6 game.