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Hard Knocks
Posted on 12/30/14 at 12:01 am
Posted on 12/30/14 at 12:01 am
I know in the past when teams dictated if they would allow the Hard Knocks crew in to film, the Saints seemed like one of the least likely scenarios given Payton's/Loomis's terse nature with the media. Anyone else thinking that the Saints would be the ideal team to target from a pure entertainment aspect?
You have an established team, far enough removed from a Super Bowl and yet close enough to previous season's drama to pique the interest of the viewer. They'd also fit the mold based on some of the previous choices (they tend to target middle of the pack sort of teams). You have the closest thing a small market team can have to starlets of the NFL in Brees and Graham. Also if Rob Ryan holds on another season they'd be keen to focus in on that relationship.
I'd say they'd be a top three choice if I were a producer. What do you guys think?
You have an established team, far enough removed from a Super Bowl and yet close enough to previous season's drama to pique the interest of the viewer. They'd also fit the mold based on some of the previous choices (they tend to target middle of the pack sort of teams). You have the closest thing a small market team can have to starlets of the NFL in Brees and Graham. Also if Rob Ryan holds on another season they'd be keen to focus in on that relationship.
I'd say they'd be a top three choice if I were a producer. What do you guys think?
This post was edited on 12/30/14 at 12:04 am
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Posted on 12/30/14 at 12:03 am to bountyhunter
Would it be good for TV? Absolutely.
Would it be good for the Saints?
Absolutely not.
Would it be good for the Saints?
Absolutely not.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 12:03 am to bountyhunter
Fun to watch? Sure, maybe...
Good for the team? Highly doubt it.
Good for the team? Highly doubt it.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 12:04 am to Upperdecker
Let me say I agree it's not a great thing for the Saints. I am just pointing out that they're a pretty easy choice from an objective POV. Just something else to think of in case this turns into an awkwardly silent off-season. 
This post was edited on 12/30/14 at 12:06 am
Posted on 12/30/14 at 12:15 am to bountyhunter
Who is this with HBO? Payton would hate this
Posted on 12/30/14 at 12:20 am to bountyhunter
Hard Knocks is harmless and if this team couldn't handle something like that, we have serious problems.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 12:29 am to SouljaBreauxTellEm
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Who is this with HBO? Payton would hate this
Yes to both. But they changed it last year, they have a contract with the NFL and from what I understand the producers and the NFL office come to an agreement to film a certain team and they simply do it. Regardless of what Payton wants, if the powers at be want it to happen it simply will.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 6:53 am to bountyhunter
A team can't be forced to do it if they have either a new Head Coach, or have made the playoffs in the last two years. Being that we were in the playoffs last year, it won't be us. But, I do agree that if we were eligible, we would have to be a top choice.
ETA: A team also cannot be forced if it appeared on the show within the last 10 years. It will be interesting to see what teams actually qualify to be forced this year.
ETA: A team also cannot be forced if it appeared on the show within the last 10 years. It will be interesting to see what teams actually qualify to be forced this year.
This post was edited on 12/30/14 at 6:58 am
Posted on 12/30/14 at 7:53 am to mm2316
So if we miss the playoffs next year, the Saints are eligible and Payton can be forced to do it. Good information to know.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 7:56 am to SenatorJones
Tank for Hard Knocks 
Posted on 12/30/14 at 8:03 am to bountyhunter
Would seem a boring team.
CSP is a robot.
Most players are not characters.
I think the whole show would end up following Rob Ryan.
Pass.
CSP is a robot.
Most players are not characters.
I think the whole show would end up following Rob Ryan.
Pass.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 8:11 am to goatmilker
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I think the whole show would end up following Rob Ryan.
Pass.
Well they did the Jets twice for the show, and they did seem to enjoy filming the candy fiend Rex Ryan.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 8:23 am to goatmilker
quote:
Most players are not characters.
I bet Kenny Vacarro, Stills, Cam Jordan would all be fun to watch
Posted on 12/30/14 at 8:26 am to Gugich22
Maybe add JR. to the list.
I don't think the world is ready for kenny just yet.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:21 am to Upperdecker
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Would it be good for the Saints? Absolutely not.
I don't understand this school of thought. Coaches and Players should not be bothered by cameras. People that say that "cameras in their faces is a distraction", I think are retarded. They have cameras in their face all the time and every Sunday during the season.
Or in other words, if cameras are going to be a distraction, good luck, your team already sucks.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:25 am to bountyhunter
Well Atlanta ended up better than us this season, so it can't be all that bad.
Serious question: does a team/owner have the right to deny being featured? Sorry if someone already answered.
Serious question: does a team/owner have the right to deny being featured? Sorry if someone already answered.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:26 am to Gugich22
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I bet Kenny Vacarro, Stills, Cam Jordan would all be fun to watch
They sure are. In Republic Niteclub.
I took a shot with Cam and told him good luck this year.
Ended up with 7 sacks.
I take blame.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 10:52 am to 4thandinches
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Republic Niteclub
What a douche factory. I am disappoint Cam.
Posted on 12/30/14 at 3:53 pm to bountyhunter
I think Houston Texans or a team like Dallas or even Washington would be a good fit for that show Not us
Posted on 12/30/14 at 7:01 pm to 4thandinches
Well Atlanta ended up better than us this season, so it can't be all that bad.
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7-9 is better than 6-10 fyi
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7-9 is better than 6-10 fyi
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