|  | NFC South Player Analysis | | Sean Brennan, FantasySharks.com, Staff Writer |
| New Orleans Saints (vs Indianapolis Colts)QB Drew Brees: Here we go! Brees and Peyton face off in what should be one of the better offensive Super Bowls we've seen. The Saint's playcalling suffered in the second half. Sean Payton will call a better game vs. the Colts. ( 260 yds pass with 3 TDs and 1 Int ) RB Pierre Thomas: Pierre finally was given the larger role that he deserves. He produced both on the ground and through the air. He's the Saint's most consistent back. ( 60 yds rush and 1 TD; 2 catches for 20 yds ) RB Reggie Bush: Bush has ran with more authority this post-season. He is no longer hesitant, dancing at the line. He's become more aggressive and is showing flashes of his college allure. He poses problems for any opposing D. The Colts will have their hands full. ( 45 yds rush; 3 catches for 35 yds and 1 TD ) RB Mike Bell: Bell will be a non factor. ( 15 yds rush ) WR Marques Colston: Colston is the Saints best option through the air, but Brees does a solid job of finding each and every one of his receivers. A score is expected. ( 4 catches for 60 yds and 1 TD ) WR Devery Henderson: Henderson has turned it on this post season. Expect continued production. ( 4 catches for 65 yds and 1 TD ) WR Robert Meachem: After an impressive season, Meachem has disappeared in the playoffs. He's listed as probable and is expected to play. ( 3 catches for 35 yds ) TE Jeremy Shockey: Shockey has shown strength and leadership, playing despite being clearly hurt, but an injured player can only do so much. ( 2 catches for 25 yds ) TE Dave Thomas: Thomas will have to step up if Shockey is not at top form. ( 2 catches for 20 yds ) PK Garrett Hartley: Hartley has a young leg, but he kicks with confidence. ( 4 XPs, 1 FG ) Def New Orleans Saints: I would not expect the Saints to piece together an other 5 turnovers. Peyton Manning protects the ball too well. They'll put up some stats, but the Colts should have better ball security. ( 3 sacks, 1 INT, 1 Fumble )
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