Saints will meet “St. Jeremy’s Fire” in Jackson, Miss. today
(You have to admire St. Jeremy’s toughness)
After nearly six months of on-again, off-again trade talks, the Saints finally made a splash on the eve of training camp, acquiring New York Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey for two 2009 draft picks.
Shockey, who turns 28 next month, has four years remaining on his contract, which is one of the most attractive aspects of the deal for the Saints. The Giants already footed the bill for Shockey’s signing bonus when he signed a five-year extension worth $26 million in 2005.
“I am excited to join the Saints, as they have expressed interest in me,” Shockey said in a statement released by the team.
St. Jeremy will meet with the media for the first time Thursday after the Saints’ first practice at Millsaps College in Jackson, Miss. I believe that he will find the media down South little more subdued than in New York.
Do you believe the Saints' Shockey trade makes them legitimate playoff contender?
- YES! Geaux Saints! (75%, 6 Votes)
- Possibly- Defense is still suspect. (25%, 2 Votes)
- No. (0%, 0 Votes)
Total Voters: 8
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