208 Quotes by Paul Tagliabue

We had an excellent meeting and quickly developed a dual consensus, ... The first was to continue to give priority to the needs of the region and the second to the scheduling of Saints games in a way that made sense under the total circumstances.

We have to keep emphasizing the importance of the Saints representing the entire region and make everyone understand this city has been hit so hard it takes the entire region to make it work.

With the support of Giants fans and others in the New Jersey/New York area, this Saints-Giants game will be presented with elements that will highlight and contribute to the national relief effort.

To make it 1,000 percent clear, the New Orleans Saints are committed to New Orleans, La., and their fans.

We need to understand these guys are bigger than most people in society. They are fitter than most people in society, and their jobs are more demanding. ... We need to understand in a serious way what the risks are, to the extent there are risk factors. We've got to address them.

We need to understand these guys are bigger than most people in society, ... They are fitter than most people in society, and their jobs are more demanding. . . . We need to understand in a serious way what the risks are, to the extent there are risk factors. We've got to address them. We are working on it.

While we have worked with all three organizations on separate projects in the past, this new opportunity enables us to take advantage of the strengths of the combined partnership.

We are in the process of working out the specific arrangements, including the day and kickoff time and plans for television coverage.

We know it's going to be difficult, but we're seeking to have the Saints play all eight of their home games at the Superdome in 2006. There's a short time to get renovations done. Hopefully, we can have the Saints back in the community as soon as possible.