Saints release the first unofficial depth chart (1 Viewer)

[Epic Brownie]

only thing that really shocks me is where Tipton is at but it's still early.

 

[SweetT]

Imo it looks like respect or reputation purposes to list Taysom at his original position QB for right now. I don’t think it’s a slight because he’s fully embraced his role in Kubiak’s offense. He and the OC are on the same page about his position. The writing is on the wall that he’ll be used as a RB/FB based on about 95% of his practice reps being with that unit according to reports. Taysom is probably the only player on the team where it doesn’t matter where he’s listed on a depth chart because he’s a prioritized playmaker in the gameplan regardless.

Then that is taking his kindness for weakness. One main thing in leadership (coaches are leadership) is inclusion vs exclusion. He’s being excluded from actually being a QB, yet being included on paper. For me, i wouldn’t do it, from a leadership standpoint, but him not having an ego or sensitive feelings, makes it a non-issue. Honestly, I think TH7 would see being listed as a utility position would be a great thing. Unique like he is as a player. Idk, seeing a holder position just made me think about that.

 

[St. Geezy]

Lucas Patrick was certainly a key, under-the-radar signing.

 

[saintmike23]

Boyd is 4th at DT!

 

[St. Geezy]

Lol, that’s the issue I have with it. The dude has forever longed to be a QB in the NFL. He was told that is not going to happen. So, it’s pointless to even put his name in the QB depth area. It’s a slap in the face in a way. What he is, is a utility player. So just create that spot bc that’s what he is going to do anyway. Plus, if you are going to list a Holder (it’s not necessary to even list that), then it should be easy enough to create a utility position.
Just my $.02

I honestly think you’re reading way too much into this. Guy is a pros pro who would do anything for his team and is making multi-millions. I truly doubt he could care less about where the team throws his name on an unofficial depth chart released in the preseason.

 

[football]

My thoughts.... Please don't take it seriously.

 

[WxM]

Boyd is 4th at DT!

Second nose tackle, which makes him a healthy scratch on game days. Has shown exactly the sort of raw strength he was billed for, but also the need for more polish.

 

[Bill]

Listing TH7 as a QB now is kinda insulting. At this point, just create a “Utility” player spot and put his name there.

I think it would be fair to have his name listed multiple times at many positions on offense and special teams.
Frankly it wouldn't be unusual when the season starts to see him lined up just about anywhere.

 

[SigFreudianSlip]

Thanks as always! As the season approaches I find myself getting more and more excited! Hope springs eternal this time of year and I’m just as amped as I have been for the previous 44 seasons I’ve been blessed to see/read about/follow!

Will love this team till I die, Who Dat!

 

[Nolan]

The amount of people reacting as if it means they have QB plans for him, paired with the amount of people getting their feelings hurt by it like it's some sort of intentional dig... like come on.

He's not playing QB. Period. Anyone see him in a red jersey throughout OTAs and camp? Nope? Cool. He knows that and he's fully bought in.

I'm sure several years ago he really wanted it and to prove he could do it. It didn't work out. He's still paid handsomely and he's still a very important part of this team. The Saints don't need to go creating a position that doesn't exist just for depth chart purposes. Defenses know who Taysom is and what he's going to bring to the table. Let's let Kubiaks plans for him remain at least somewhat mysterious.

 

[platinumvinnyv]

Lol, that’s the issue I have with it. The dude has forever longed to be a QB in the NFL. He was told that is not going to happen. So, it’s pointless to even put his name in the QB depth area. It’s a slap in the face in a way. What he is, is a utility player. So just create that spot bc that’s what he is going to do anyway. Plus, if you are going to list a Holder (it’s not necessary to even list that), then it should be easy enough to create a utility position.
Just my $.02

I think you over thinking it, I doubt taysom hill feels hes a victim or has hurt feelings because of a depth chart before pre season. Hill is a Manly Man I seen homie bulldoze 6 people, if he crying over his name being a QB because he's in his feelings, then my feelings will be hurt

 

[SweetT]

I think you over thinking it, I doubt taysom hill feels hes a victim or has hurt feelings because of a depth chart before pre season. Hill is a Manly Man I seen homie bulldoze 6 people, if he crying over his name being a QB because he's in his feelings, then my feelings will be hurt

No one loves TH7 like I do. Not only as a player, but the type of person he is. I only mentioned it from a leadership standpoint. Has nothing to do with TH7’s feelings or lack their of, bc he is ego-less. I’m just saying, with how his career has unfolded, I would have not done it, as a courtesy to him, just in case. It’s like when Teabow was traded to the Jets. He was told that he was going to play STs, with being inserted in some Wildcat packages, but was listed as the backup to Sanchez, with McElroy. Sanchez was benched for McElroy. It’s literally not that hard to list a guy in the actual position that they will be playing. For me, it would be different, had TH7 not played QB for us at any point, along with his desire to be a QB. I’m detailed oriented, so little things like that, sticks out. Maybe I’m just overly protective of TH7, but looking at comments on Twitter, there are others that it sticks out to as well. If you can change a man’s position in real life, then it should be super easy to do it on paper.

 

[Saint Greg]

I personally don't think it matters who's QB 2 between Haener and Rattler unless something happens to Carr

That'll never happen with this O-Line...

 

[RJS]

No one loves TH7 like I do. Not only as a player, but the type of person he is. I only mentioned it from a leadership standpoint. Has nothing to do with TH7’s feelings or lack their of, bc he is ego-less. I’m just saying, with how his career has unfolded, I would have not done it, as a courtesy to him, just in case. It’s like when Teabow was traded to the Jets. He was told that he was going to play STs, with being inserted in some Wildcat packages, but was listed as the backup to Sanchez, with McElroy. Sanchez was benched for McElroy. It’s literally not that hard to list a guy in the actual position that they will be playing. For me, it would be different, had TH7 not played QB for us at any point, along with his desire to be a QB. I’m detailed oriented, so little things like that, sticks out. Maybe I’m just overly protective of TH7, but looking at comments on Twitter, there are others that it sticks out to as well. If you can change a man’s position in real life, then it should be super easy to do it on paper.

It's funny, I see it the exact opposite. I think Taysom still sees himself as a QB who is making sacrifices in the best interest of the team. I think this is the team respecting that. Heck, it might be as simple as the staff asking him where he wanted to be listed.

 

[BoxerJoe]

Fantasy football players sweating that they won't get to use Taysom at TE again this year...