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.

The New Orleans Saints news headlines, bylines, and reports from the sidelines on Friday, July 23rd.

TOP 5 SAINTS NEWS OF THE WEEK

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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. 
4. 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."
5. 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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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