Ask Canal Street Chronicles - About The Saints Defense

by Brandon on Sep 7, 2011 11:01 AM CDT in Green Bay Packers Preview

There have been some changes on the New Orleans Saints defense as they look to improve, and move past a bad playoff loss against the Seahawks. Once again, I asked Canal Street Chronicles for some insight.

Q: The Saints made a lot of changes on the defensive line, with Shaun Rogers and Aubrayo Franklin added in free agency, and Cameron Jordan in the first round. I'm not sure how Franklin's doing after injuring his MCL, and Will Smith is out due to suspension, so what can we expect from the Saints defensive line on Thursday?

A: To be honest, I'm really not expecting amazing things. Cameron Jordan hasn't impressed me much, Aubrayo Franklin has been dealing with an injury most of the preseason and I don't think I've yet to see Shaun Rogers at full speed. Things could all come together on Thursday night, of course, which would be great. Where the Packers may have some trouble is in the complex blitzing schemes of defensive coordinator Gregg Williams. Different fronts and pressure from all different angles. Even with mediocre talent, that can cause problems.

Q: The Saints pass defense had a bad, bad day against the Seahawks in the playoffs, but I thought injuries were a big part of the problem. There weren't many changes in the secondary, so what's different, looking better, for them now?

A: Yeah, that was bad, wasn't it? I think you're exactly right though, injuries were a big part of their poor performance. Namely, the absence of defensive leader Malcolm Jenkins at free safety. It seems when he's not playing, the rest of the secondary run around like chickens with their heads cut off...and who can't tackle. Other than that, the Saints starting secondary should be the same. They're perhaps a little deeper this year at cornerback but they're scary thing at safety. I'm afraid...I'm very afraid.

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The Saints pass defense had a bad, bad day against the Seahawks in the playoffs, but I thought injuries were a big part of the problem. There weren’t many changes in the secondary, so what’s different, looking better, for them now?

Injuries were a huge factor in that game. And no Malcolm Jenkins. It was one of the worst defensive performances I’ve seen in years.

Grrrr and that pic of Lynch you posted. Trying to forget that nightmare. Too bad I don’t have amnesia from that day.

That's interesting. You know what makes me sad? YOU DO!!! Maybe we should chug on over to mambypandyland...or maybe we can find some self confidence for you YA JACKWAGON!!!!!!

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by Jricky70 on Sep 7, 2011 12:19 PM CDT reply actions

And this happened...

There’s some NSFW language in the video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDd5DPAGoCk&feature=related

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by Kuhl on Sep 7, 2011 1:09 PM CDT up reply actions

One Word

Yuck!

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by Jricky70 on Sep 7, 2011 1:40 PM CDT reply actions

Where the Packers may have some trouble is in the complex blitzing schemes of defensive coordinator Gregg Williams. Different fronts and pressure from all different angles.

Not really to worried…Rodgers studies very hard and has all offseason to prepare for the Saints blitz packages. Sure they’ll have some new wrinckles, every team does each year, but Rodgers is very smart and can read blitzes really well. Blitz Rodgers at your own peril. He’s the best QB in the NFL when blitzed!

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by Strohman on Sep 7, 2011 4:10 PM CDT reply actions

He’s the best QB in the NFL when blitzed!

That’s what scares me. I hope Gregg Williams dials up a different scheme instead of blitzing every down.

That's interesting. You know what makes me sad? YOU DO!!! Maybe we should chug on over to mambypandyland...or maybe we can find some self confidence for you YA JACKWAGON!!!!!!

(tears) Tissue?.....Crybaby.

by Jricky70 on Sep 7, 2011 4:16 PM CDT reply actions

He did that in te opener last year I think, dropping guys into coverage and it worked

Rodgers one weakness is the Tampa 2 so Williams may do that again. He’s a smart coordinator.

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by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on Sep 8, 2011 2:01 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions

I just reread that and it can be confusing

Greg Williams threw the Vikings off in the opener by not blitzing

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by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on Sep 8, 2011 2:05 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions

For the record, I have to say,

It wasn’t confusing to me. I knew just what you meant.

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by NorthStarr on Sep 8, 2011 3:28 AM CDT up reply actions

Greg Williams threw the Vikings off in the opener by not blitzing

He did. And tight coverage will be an important factor. Don’t give up the big play.

That's interesting. You know what makes me sad? YOU DO!!! Maybe we should chug on over to mambypandyland...or maybe we can find some self confidence for you YA JACKWAGON!!!!!!

(tears) Tissue?.....Crybaby.

by Jricky70 on Sep 8, 2011 12:38 PM CDT up reply actions

This is an interesting chess match

as National Football Post has said it’s all about the Jimmy Graham v. Charles Woodson matchup. Overall, may the best team win as it should be. Good luck to both sides as they are each classy!

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by the new Bradfather on Sep 7, 2011 4:52 PM CDT reply actions

Thanks New Bradfather

Best of luck as well! 24hrs and counting!

That's interesting. You know what makes me sad? YOU DO!!! Maybe we should chug on over to mambypandyland...or maybe we can find some self confidence for you YA JACKWAGON!!!!!!

(tears) Tissue?.....Crybaby.

by Jricky70 on Sep 7, 2011 7:40 PM CDT up reply actions