Jim Everett career is revitalized in New Orleans as he sets
the team record for passing yards in a single season: 3855. Tight
end Wesley Walls was brought in from San Francisco and
immediately became a fan-favorite. Defensively, Atlanta Falcon
Defensive End Darion Conner joined the team and led in sacks with
10.5.
The seven wins on the year included sweeps of both the Rams and
Falcons. In the first game against the Rams, Tyrone Hughes
returned not 1, but 2 kickoff returns for scores. Morten Andersen
nailed a 40-yarder in the first game against the Falcons, with 8
ticks on the clock to give us a 33-32 win.
On the stats end, Rookie Mario Bates led the team in rushing
(579 yards, 7 Tds) and Quinn Early led in receptions (82-894
yards, 4 Tds). Michael Haynes also had 985 yards receiving on 77
catches- 5 Tds.
And while free-agent Darion Conner had his team high 10.5 sacks,
Wayne Martin was right behind with 10. Defensive back Jimmie
Spencer had 5 interceptions and Kicker Morten Andersen had 116
points on the year.
Willie Roaf and Wayne Martin both make it to the Pro
Bowl
Jim Everett
Wayne Martin
Mario Bates
Tyrone Hughes