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Brees' health will be tested

By Len Pasquarelli
ESPN.com

Saturday, August 5, 2006

JACKSON, Miss. -- Here are six observations on the New Orleans Saints, gleaned from the training camp practices of Aug. 4: 1. Given that Sean Payton's brief playing career included stints in the Arena Football League and the CFL, and that he was an assistant for nine seasons each at the college and NFL levels before landing his first head coaching gig, one might surmise that the Saints' rookie sideline boss understands the importance of patience and perseverance. That's good. No cruelty intend ...

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