Smith suspended four games: The NFL announced multiple suspensions for two Saints defenders for their roles in the team's pay-for-performance/bounty program: Defensive end Will Smith has been suspended for four games and linebacker Jonathan Vilma has been suspended for the season. Two former Saints defenders -- Anthony Hargrove and Scott Fujita -- have also been suspended. (Updated 05/02/2012)
Injury Report
Suspension - Eligible to return Week 5 vs. San Diego (Updated - 5/2/12)
Fantasy Analysis
Smith let down Saints fans and Fantasy owners alike in 2011 with a 35-tackle, 6.5-sack campaign. More was expected from Smith, who was the team's most prolific pass rusher but didn't lead the team in sacks (safety Roman Harper had 7.5). His attempt to get back into form in 2012 won't start until Week 5, and with a bye coming in Week 6, he's effectively useless for five of the first 13 games a Fantasy owner will play. He's worth a late-round pick. (Updated 05/02/2012).
05/24/2012 18:24 No Payton, no Brees? Hard to say it's no sweat for Saints these days
Sean Payton is serving his NFL-imposed exile. Drew Brees surprisingly remains in contract/holdout limbo. Larry Holder says nothing is routine as the Saints try to work toward the 2012 season and find their new normal.
Will Smith let down Saints fans and Fantasy owners alike in 2011 with a 35-tackle, 6.5-sack campaign. More was expected from Smith, who was the team's most prolific pass rusher but didn't lead the team in sacks (safety Roman Harper had 7.5). His attempt to get back into form in 2012 won't start until Week 5, and with a bye coming in Week 6, he's effectively useless for five of the first 13 games a Fantasy owner will play. He's worth a late-round pick. (Updated 5/2/12)
