For those Saints fans worried how they might replace Reggie Bush, they just got a better version of a versatile runner, receiver and return man. NFL Network reports the Saints have agreed to terms on a four-year contract with free agent running back Darren Sproles. The deal is reportedly worth $14 million, with $6 million guaranteed.
The definition of a diminutive dasher, Sproles, 28 and just 5-6, 190 pounds, packed big-play punch as a key sparkplug in San Diego's offense. The former Charger will now step into the scatback, third-down type role Bush occupied in New Orleans.
The move reunites Sproles with the man who was the Chargers' quarterback for his rookie season, Drew Brees. Brees will love having Sproles as a Bush-like cog in the passing game, and so will coach Sean Payton.
Sproles brings more explosiveness and quickness to a Saints offense that also is welcoming back slot receiving ace Lance Moore. Payton now won't lose a beat with his backfield depth as Sproles joins Pierre Thomas, Chris Ivory and rookie first-round pick Mark Ingram.
Read more: http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2011-07-28/saints-replace-reggie-bush-by-signing-darren-sproles#ixzz1TUXBnGux
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