OFFENSE: The New Orleans Saints are going to need some receivers to step up in the absence of Willie Snead IV, who served the first game of his three-game suspension Monday night. Tight end Coby Fleener looked ready for an increased role against the Vikings. Fleener caught five passes for 54 yards (both tied for team highs) and the Saints’ lone touchdown against Minnesota. His 24-yard snatch, contested on a nice seam route, was the kind of play that the Saints have envisioned from him. And he also showed a presence as a blocker, helping rookie left tackle Ryan Ramczyk deal with Vikings defensive end Everett Griffen on occasion.
John DeShazier: Saints helmet stickers from loss to Vikings
