New Orleans Saints
Darren Sproles - #43 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 6"/ 190 lbs. |
| Birthday | 06/20/1983 |
| Birthplace | Waterloo, IA |
| College | Kansas State |
| Years played | 9 |
| Drafted | 2005, 4th round, 29th pick by Chargers |
2012 STATS
| Att | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 48 | 244 | 1 |
Bounty testimony from Williams leaked
Gregg Williams testified that he tried to shut down the team's bounty system when the NFL began investigating but was overruled by Joe Vitt.
Tagliabue vacates player discipline in bounty case
Former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue vacated all player discipline involving the Saints’ bounty case.
Tagliabue's bounty decision expected Tuesday
Former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue is expected to rule Tuesday on player appeals in the NFL's bounty investigation of the Saints.
NFC South Spin cycle: Disturbing start to December for Falcons
The Falcons, Saints and Buccaneers each took a big step backward Sunday, but the Panthers earned their best win of the Ron Rivera-era.
Wilson's big game helps Giants defeat Saints
Rookie David Wilson piled up 327 all-purpose yards and three touchdownsto lead the Giants to s 52-27 win over the Saints on Sunday.
Reports: Players reject bounty settlement
The players involved in the Saints’ bounty case rejected a settlement offer, according to multiple reports.
Saints RB Ivory ruled out for Sunday
The Saints announced Saturday that RB Chris Ivory is now considered doubtful for Sunday’s game against the Giants.
Saints pleased with maturing DE Jordan
One of the bright spots for the Saints’ 32nd-ranked defense has been the development of DE Cameron Jordan in his second season.
Scout's Notebook: Saints SLB David Hawthorne
PFW personnel analyst Nolan Nawrocki sees Saints SLB David Hawthorne underperforming at a poorly fit position.
NFC South Spin cycle: Falcons cross one hurdle
The NFC South-champion Falcons dealt the rival Saints a blow in Week 13, and the Panthers and Bucs both came up short out West.
Sheen is wearing off on Saints' offensive line
The Saints' offensive line has taken a step back in the past game and a half, and it could be a sign of things to come for the unit.
Friday's 60-second rant: Payton's absence glaring in key moments
The post-bounty Saints simply lost their edge in the absence of Sean Payton, as Thursday night's loss perfectly depicted.
Falcons pick off Brees five times, beat Saints
The Falcons raced to a 17-0 lead and the defense made it stand up, picking off five of Drew Brees' passes in a 23-13 victory over the Saints.
Falcons need to find selves against rival Saints
If Falcons are to earn the national recognition they crave, they'll have to take down their biggest rival — the Saints — on Thursday night.
Saints players to attend hearing with Williams
Will Smith and Jonathan Vilma plan to be present Friday when their lawyers are scheduled to cross examine former Saints defensive coordinator Gregg Williams.
PLAYER NEWS
Sproles is active for Sunday's game against San Francisco.|||||||
Sproles had missed three straight games with a broken left hand.
Sproles had a career-high 13 receptions for 128 yards in a 35-27 loss to Carolina on Sunday.|||||||
This could be the beginning of increase touches for the running back or he could regress back to the mean. Sproles has averaged 5.8 catches since joining New Orleans at the beginning of last season.
Sproles will not play in the next preseason game against Jacksonville on Friday night because knee soreness.|||||||
Sproles was one of several players who sat out Monday's practice, the first since the Saints played at New England last Thursday night.
Sproles caught 15 passes for 119 yards and one TD in Saturday's 36-32 postseason loss at San Francisco.|||||||
Sproles showcased his dual-threat ability with only three carries for three yards on the ground, however. He made up for it through the air by hooking up with Drew Brees.
Sproles had 40 yards rushing, 29 yards receiving and 99 yards on kickoff and punt returns during Sunday's 45-17 rout of Carolina.|||||||
Sproles finished the season with an NFL record 2,696 combined yards, breaking the previous mark of 2,690, set by Derrick Mason with Tennessee in 2000. Sproles will certainly be a hot commodity heading into 2012 drafts, and is all but certain to come at a hefty price following his tremendous campaign.
