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Darren Sharper poised to be a Saint? [UPDATE: Now Signed]

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islstl Playoff committee is a group of great football men Staff Member

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Appears we will find out in the next 24 hours.

Bears are out of the running (their decision), leaving the Saints as the favorite with Atlanta in the mix as well.

We shall see.

Hopefully we land him.

islstl, Mar 5, 2009

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Cajun Sensation I'm kind of a big deal Staff Member

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Re: Darren Sharper poised to be a Saint?

Anyone have any news on Sharper?

Cajun Sensation, Mar 11, 2009

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I think Sharper is probably going to be a Saint just wanted more money than we probably offered aand is trying to find someone else to help increase his offer from the Saints but in the end it doesnt seem like the Falcons are that interested in him plus out of the two Saints as a whole have the most potential. Even if we sign him I still wish we could draft a Darius Butler or one of my sleepers from the NFL Draft thread CB Sean Smith from Utah who is 6'3 that has great ball skills and size plus the potential to become the Saints Next Free Safety. Youtube Sean Smith and tell me what you think

pjnchamps, Mar 11, 2009

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ParadiseiNC don't worry, be happy

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Re: Darren Sharper poised to be a Saint?

Article in TP yesterday said neither side in a rush, will probably know in 2 weeks or so. Especially with interest in backup DE and Center.

ParadiseiNC, Mar 15, 2009

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Re: Darren Sharper poised to be a Saint?

On Tuesday, it became clearer that the two sides are near reaching a deal. In a story in the New Orleans Times-Picayune, Saints defensive coordinator Gregg Williams said Sharper would become “the quarterback” of the Saints secondary. While no official offer was made to Sharper when he visited the team two weeks ago, a proposal has been made since and the team expects to have a deal done before offseason workouts begin March 30.

Speaking at the Pro Day of LSU, head coach Sean Payton said, “We’ll know sooner than later. I think we’ll know something probably in the next two weeks.”

When asked about the possibility of adding Sharper, Williams sounded like quite the fan, saying, “I’ve always liked Darren from afar. If Darren ends up being a Saint, I’ll be happy, but he has to handle his business decision with our business people.”
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bhelmLSU, Mar 18, 2009

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Re: Darren Sharper poised to be a Saint?

Would be great news if we could sign him. Certainly not a long term solution, but would be a great mentor for a young FS that we might draft, or someone moved from CB. Would also allow us to go completely BPA in the draft.

DarkHornet, Mar 18, 2009

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islstl Playoff committee is a group of great football men Staff Member

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DarkHornet said: ↑

Would be great news if we could sign him. Certainly not a long term solution, but would be a great mentor for a young FS that we might draft, or someone moved from CB. Would also allow us to go completely BPA in the draft.
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We're trying to win a Super Bowl THIS YEAR.

I think it's the "perfect" solution.

islstl, Mar 18, 2009

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Re: Darren Sharper poised to be a Saint?

BPA now. I love this pickup.

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finally signed.

http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d80f55d67&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true

Needing a safety, Saints land four-time Pro Bowl pick Sharper
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NEW ORLEANS -- The New Orleans Saints have agreed to undisclosed terms with veteran free-agent safety Darren Sharper, the team announced Wednesday.

Sharper, 33, has been selected to four Pro Bowls during his 12-year NFL career. He spent his first eight seasons with the Green Bay Packers and the past four with the Minnesota Vikings, racking up 54 career interceptions, more than any active player.

"Darren is an accomplished veteran player that brings a wealth of knowledge and ability to our secondary and has always possessed outstanding instincts and playmaking skills," Saints general manager Mickey Loomis said in a statement released by the team.

The Saints also announced that they have signed veteran free-agent tight end Darnell Dinkins to a one-year contract. Financial terms weren't disclosed.
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pjnchamps, Mar 18, 2009

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Great signing. Plugs the last big hole we have on the team. This has been a rock solid offseason for the front office so far, and we haven't even hit the draft. Now all we want is depth. What a great problem to have.

DarkHornet, Mar 18, 2009

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