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Heisman Trophy-winning running back Mark Ingram of Alabama working with local trainer
Published: Wednesday, February 16, 2011, 7:29 AM Updated: Wednesday, February 16, 2011, 7:58 AM
By Mike Triplett, The Times-Picayune
Enlarge Eliot Kamenitz, The Times-Picayune ELIOT KAMENITZ / THE TIMES PICAYUNE Heisman Trophy winner Mark Ingram works out with trainer Wyatt Harris in Jefferson at the Sonic Boom Speed Conditioning and Strength Center on Tuesday, February 15, 2011. <!-- --><!-- -->
Tailback Mark Ingram, who won a national championship and a Heisman during his high-profile career at Alabama, moved to the area last month to train for his pro career in more low-key surroundings.
He is projected as the top tailback in this year's draft, most likely in the top-20 range overall. The Saints, who pick 24th, could use a runner like Ingram, especially if they part ways with Pierre Thomas and/or Reggie Bush.
"That'd be nice," Ingram said. "But I'm just excited to go through the whole process, and wherever I end up, I'm going to be focused on being the best player I can be and helping them win championships."
http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2011/02/heisman_trophy-winning_running.html
I could see this guy being on our pick if he is available. I know we need help in our front seven and I think the Saints will target defense early in the draft and in free agency, assuming there is a free agency period. But I also think this team is committed to improving the running game. Payton has talked about Chris Ivory assuming Mike Bell's role and has a vision for Bush on the team. If Pierre is not back, I could see the team drafting Ingram if they get the chance. He's an all-around back and while many people liken him to Emmitt Smith, the way he plants and gets up field and his work ethic reminds me a bit of Tomlinson. I am not saying he's Tomlinson or will be as good. Notwithstanding, he does seem to have a love for New Orleans and plans to work out here throughout the offseason.
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Heisman Trophy-winning running back Mark Ingram of Alabama working with local trainer
Published: Wednesday, February 16, 2011, 7:29 AM Updated: Wednesday, February 16, 2011, 7:58 AM


Tailback Mark Ingram, who won a national championship and a Heisman during his high-profile career at Alabama, moved to the area last month to train for his pro career in more low-key surroundings.
He is projected as the top tailback in this year's draft, most likely in the top-20 range overall. The Saints, who pick 24th, could use a runner like Ingram, especially if they part ways with Pierre Thomas and/or Reggie Bush.
"That'd be nice," Ingram said. "But I'm just excited to go through the whole process, and wherever I end up, I'm going to be focused on being the best player I can be and helping them win championships."
http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2011/02/heisman_trophy-winning_running.html
I could see this guy being on our pick if he is available. I know we need help in our front seven and I think the Saints will target defense early in the draft and in free agency, assuming there is a free agency period. But I also think this team is committed to improving the running game. Payton has talked about Chris Ivory assuming Mike Bell's role and has a vision for Bush on the team. If Pierre is not back, I could see the team drafting Ingram if they get the chance. He's an all-around back and while many people liken him to Emmitt Smith, the way he plants and gets up field and his work ethic reminds me a bit of Tomlinson. I am not saying he's Tomlinson or will be as good. Notwithstanding, he does seem to have a love for New Orleans and plans to work out here throughout the offseason.
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