Can tight end Eric Johnson actually make a great offense even better?
This is one of the most underrated signings of the offseason. The Saints led the league in passing last season, but rarely used the tight end. Johnson caught 82 passes in 2004 and has the potential to be a 50-plus catch receiver in this offense. Marques Colston and Reggie Bush will be the targets of double coverage, and Drew Brees will be forced to find other options. If Johnson can give them a threat in the middle of the field, the rest of the passing game will open up even more. This under-the-radar acquisition will keep the Saints’ offense rolling at a high level. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS Who wins the QB battle: Jeff Garcia or Chris Simms? Garcia will be the Buccaneers starting quarterback in 2007. Garcia led the Eagles on an improbable playoff run by completing 61 percent of his passes with eight touchdowns and only two interceptions. The confidence, poise and leadership that he displayed during that run is exactly what the Buccaneers need. In addition to those intangibles, Garcia’s ph
