The casual football fan may not be familiar with Steve Gleason, one of the NFL's most vivid personalities. He's one of the Saints' longest-tenured players, a cult hero, and, as seen above, responsible for maybe the most memorable moment in team history (not to mention the ultimate achievement, honorable mention status in our City's Best series).
But Gleason will miss the first two-three weeks of training camp, putting the future of his career with the Saints in jeopardy. Since Sean Payton's arrival in New Orleans, "specialists" have been systematically weeded out in favor of special teams players who can double on offense or defense. Gleason, a liability at safety (his listen position), was on the bubble last year but survived the numbers crunch. He was entering this year's training camp on the brink, as well, and this injury doesn't bode well for him.
This offseason has already seen three longtime fan favorites (Joe Horn, Michael Lewis, Willie Whitehead) depart, Gleason could make four. If his tenure in New Orleans is winding down, however, he gave Saints fans something to remember him forever by.
