New Orleans’ backfield depleted

By Adam Sweeney  |   Wednesday, October 29, 2008  |  Comments( 2 )

New Orleans Saints
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The door was open for Saints running back Deuce McAllister to regain his name after running back Reggie Bush went down with a torn meniscus in Week 7. McAllister made headlines, but not in the way he wanted. In fact, he failed an NFL drug test after testing positive for a weight-loss diuretic. The substance McAllister used, Bumetanide, has been ruled as a masking agent for covering up anabolic steroids. McAllister is denying any intent to hide drug use, but it definitely doesn't look good for the Saints -- who will now be without their two best running backs if McAllister faces a suspension.

"You really hate to put yourself in this position," McAllister said.

Commentary: McAllister no longer seems to be the punishing back he once was, but the 4-4 Saints need him more than ever as they continue their quest to return to the playoffs. If the league suspends McAllister, New Orleans' running game will rely on Pierre Thomas and Aaron Stecker.

Fan Pulse: The opinions are marching in on McAllister's failed drug test: http://whodatzone.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=29931.

Fantasy Football Commentary: Saints tight end Billy Miller, who has 23 catches for 323 yards this season, has turned into a decent fantasy starter. He won't get you touchdowns, but he's an OK play until Jeremy Shockey turns back into his old self (if he does).

Injury Watch: Shockey was active for Sunday's game against San Diego, but he didn't start.
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About Adam Sweeney

Adam Sweeney spent 4 years as an opinions and arts & entertainment columnist with the Lone Star Lutheran, also working with Sports Illustrated.com. Along with his work on Realfootball 365 he currently is a contributor for Film School Rejects, SLAM Online, Talkhoops.net, and C-Heads Magazine.
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