New Orleans Saints: Should The Saints Sign Lorenzo Neal

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Published: October 29, 2009

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... ending his season with the Saints. The full back was injured in Week Seven in a 46-34 win against the Miami Dolphins.

Evans played a role in the New Orleans Saints' outstanding success with in the run game this year. They're currently ranked third in the league in rushing offense. With Evans blocking, the Saints backfield is averaging 154 rushing yards per game, bringing balance to the spectacular Saints offense. 

Some people might think that the full back position isn't that important when, honestly, it could be the difference.

The Saints have used Heath Evans to lead the way for running backs Pierre Thomas, Mike Bell, and Reggie Bush. Even with Evans, however, the Saints still have been struggling on third and short. Is Evans' replacement, Kyle Eckel, going to be able to block any better?

Eckel, a former Philadelphia Eagle, was part of one of the worst rushing attacks in the NFL in 2008, ranked 22nd in the league. The Eagles were just as bad as New ...

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