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— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) November 9, 2020
The New Orleans Saints have rattled off four victories in a row, so they aren’t changing anything up any time soon as far as their pregame rituals are concerned. That includes a characteristically fiery speech from linebacker Demario Davis and quarterback Drew Brees, both team captains, in the final minutes before kickoff with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
But there’s a new face in the middle of the team huddle: wide receiver Michael Thomas, eyes locked in an intently nodding along with the cadence from Davis and Brees. Thomas hasn’t suited up for a game since exiting Week 1’s win over the Buccaneers, so he’s appropriately laser-focused on helping his team pull off the upset.
They certainly won’t be lacking for motivation. Beyond the sort of leadership Davis and Brees put on display here, the Saints can become the first division rival to ever sweep Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady with a win. Here’s hoping they can carry this energy over into the game,
