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Can the Saints repeat the magic?
Perception is everything. A year ago, the Saints appeared to be among the least talented teams in football. But Drew Brees carried the offense and Reggie Bush added some spark to the running game. Bold decisions solidified the offensive line. With many picking the Saints to be early favorites in the NFC South, coach Sean Peyton knows this season won't be easy. The schedule is tougher. The Saints can no longer take teams by surprise. Teams will study the Saints' offense and figure ways to stop it. But the key is the Saints were good enough to go into the draft and take the best athletes available. They got a break in getting wide receiver Robert Meachem, who not only adds size but speed to the offense.

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