Saints sign return specialist Malik Flowers out of Montana (2 Viewers)

[Dangerbigdogg]

He kind of reminds me of Cordarrelle Patterson in his running style and physicality

 

[SoggyBottomBoy]

He goes largely overlooked because he only did it in spots during his Saints career (albeit big spots and with success) but Pierre Thomas was an outstanding kick returner! The all-time leader in University of Illinois history (he beat Red Grange’s record).

PT23 was not a “fast” guy, but he could read the field, read his blocking, and run decisively…. It’s really what made him perhaps the best screen RB that ever was.

When mleg1972 mentioned efficiency the first thought that came to mind was PT. Uncanny how knew how to follow his blocking with no wasted moves. And you’re right, his kick return ability was underrated. He set us up in OT in the NFCCG with a very good kick return to beat the Vikes.

 

[Cougar 2]

Shaheed will be playing more offense and we need to find another GEM at KR and PR.

Agreed! Before da draft, I posted that with Sheed likely spending more time at WR, we would need to look for a KR/PR in da draft r a UDFA to at least take some of da load off of him there.

So I had us taking WR/PR/KR Charlie Jones outta Purdue in da 5th rd. Instead, we went with WR AT Perry. No lie,I ain’t mad AT ALL wit dat pick!

BUT it’s good to know the team’s lookin to find players like Flowers to fill the returner role!

 

[J.T.]

He's slippery those subtle moves to hit the seams and he doesn't slow down to do it

That is exactly what I noticed also. He hits the seem at full speed and keeps on going. No dancing around, just turn on the jets and run.