The Saints got off to a slow start, losing the first 5 games
of the season, but finished strong, winning 7 of the last 11
(including a 12-0 shutout of the Jets to wrap up the season).
Everett had a good season, completing 60.8% of his passes for
3970 yards and 22 TDS. Against Miami he would throw 4 TDS alone.
Bates rushed for 951 yards & 7 scores while grabbed
81 passes for 1087 yards and 8 TDS. Wayne Martin tied the NFC
lead for sacks with 11 and Willie Roaf went to his 2nd Pro
Bowl.
