Roman-A’-Clef: Harper Making Impression at Saints Camp

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Published: June 9, 2009

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... had two interceptions and one sack.

Many players will benefit from new defensive coordinator Gregg Williams' take-no-prisoners style, but perhaps none more than Harper. The scheme plays to his strengths: Harper is smart, tough and physical.

In the new Saints' scheme, Harper will be spending more time lining up next to defensive lineman and linebackers and less time in the backfield. Harper struggled last year in pass coverage, drawing the media and fan's wrath.

Alas, this is a new year with a new boss, and the new boss is not the same as the old boss.

In 2009, look for Harper to do a lot of blitzing off the edge through the "A" gap. Also, Harper will be attacking the line of scrimmage frequently in run support: a job he is well-suited for, given his physicality.

Harper loves nothing better than hitting people. He is a linebacker trapped in a safety's body. Has that linebacker's mentality. Probably learned it during his days a...

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