Jim Leonhard News

OC Pete Carmichael called plays last year and most of the 2011 season after Payton relinquished the duty when Jimmy Graham accidentally took out one of his knees.

Of course the fans in attendance at the New Orleans Saints ' minicamp Wednesday weren't rooting against quarterback Drew Brees.

New Orleans Saints free safety Isa Abdul-Quddus intercepts the ball intended for Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Dallas Clark at the Superdome in New Orleans, Sunday December 16, 2012.

But the Broncos' depth is such that he doesn't have to be. -- from their positions.

Sean Payton's kids finally busted his chops hard enough to get him on Twitter. Any Arrested Development fans in the house? According to @ pff Bushrod has never allowed less than 32 QB pressures in his entire career as a starting LT, '09 32, '10 48, '11 42, '12 46 Christmas has come a day before Memorial Day, @ saints fans.

Advocate file photo by STEVE KASHISHIAN -- Buffalo Bills safety Jim Leonhard brings down tailback Reggie Bush during a 2007 game against the Saints in the Superdome.

It's hard to tell who seems more energized by the New Orleans Saints ' decision to hire Rob Ryan as defensive coordinator.