New Orleans Saints
Marques Colston - #12 - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 4"/ 225 lbs. |
| Birthday | 06/05/1983 |
| Birthplace | Harrisburg, PA |
| College | Hofstra |
| Years played | 8 |
| Drafted | 2006, 7th round, 44th pick by Saints |
2012 STATS
| Rec | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 83 | 1154 | 10 |
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
Colston finished with five catches for 52 yards and two touchdowns in the Saints' season-ending loss to Carolina on Sunday.|||||||
Colston finished with 83 catches for 1,154 yards and 10 touchdowns on the season.
Colston finished with a season-high 10 catches for 153 yards in the Saints' win over Dallas on Sunday.|||||||
Colston has 78 catches for 1,102 yards and eight touchdowns on the season.
Colston has scored the 56th touchdown of his career and with New Orleans, surpassing Saints' all-time rusher Deuce McAllister for the club record. The wide receiver, a seventh-round draft choice out of Hofstra in 2006, surpassed McAllister with 10-yard reception over the middle in the second quarter of New Orleans' game against San Francisco on Sunday.|||||||
The touchdown catch was Colston's eighth of the season and gave New Orleans a 14-7 lead over the 49ers in the second quarter. Colston entered the game with 6,961 career yards receiving, ranking third in Saints history behind Eric Martin (7,854) and Joe Horn (7,622). Colston also was third in catches coming in with 500, behind Martin (532) and Horn (523).
Colston finished with nine catches for 131 yards and three touchdowns during Sunday's 31-24 win over San Diego.|||||||
Colston's big night gave him a franchise-record 52 TD catches with the Saints (1-4). After a very quiet first three games, Colston has hauled in 18 receptions for 284 yards and four TDs in his last two.
Colston caught nine passes for 153 yards a TD on Sunday.|||||||
This is the type of game fantasy owners hope Colston can produce on a consistent bassis.
