From 1986 – former USFL standout linebacker Vaughan Johnson joined the New Orleans Saints along with 10 other former USFL players. He would remain with the Saints until 1993 forming one of the the most dominating linebacking corps in NFL History. The Dome Patrol, as this corps was affectionately known, would help bring the New Orleans Saints 4 playoff appearances over the next 6 seasons.
I've been following the Saints since a kid in the 70s watching the likes of Archie Manning and Tommy Myers.
We may not have as grandiose a history as some NFL teams, but there are scores of memories the New Orleans Saints have given to their fans and I have done my best to record them here at New Orleans Saints History.
For our #7 Top Free Agent acquisition in Saints History, we actually have 2 choice. Both were major players during the 2009 Super Bowl season. They are Free Safety Darren Sharper and Cornerback Jabari Greer
Ricky Jackson remains probably the most prolific defender in New Orleans Saints History. He played 13 seasons and started 195 for still holds the All-Time Saints team record for Sacks in a Career. Named to the Hall of Fame in 2010.
Bum Phillips
Archie Manning as a Rookie in 1971
From 1996, Saints Defensive Lineman Wayne Martin applies pressure on Ravens signal caller Vinny Testaverde.
The New Orleans Saints open the 2014 NFL Preseason with a 26-24 win over the St. Louis Rams.