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Years in quarterback purgatory have led Emmanuel Sanders to Drew Brees

The biggest move of the New Orleans Saints offseason came during the eleventh hour; well, really about 9 p.m. CT on Friday night. The Saints agreed to terms on a two-year contract with free agent wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders, landing a legitimate number-two receiving threat who can run routes across the field from Michael Thomas. For Drew Brees, this addition almost creates an embarrassment of riches.

But what does it mean for Sanders? The 33-year-old has racked up 800 or more receiving yards in five of the last six years, but he’s hardly benefited from high-quality quarterback play.