Originally Published: June 19, 2008
Saints rule the South on offense; elite Bucs defense is tops
Scouts Inc. takes a look at the NFC South, offering its picks for the best offense and defense, and most important offseason move.
Which team has the best offense in the NFC South?
Gary Horton: New Orleans. Sean Payton's explosive offense took a step back in 2007, largely due to excessive turnovers and a lackluster run game, but QB Drew Brees should have a bounce-back year and we know that the Saints will not waver in their commitment to throw the ball. They have averaged 616 passes in the past two years and if their run game with Deuce McAllister and Reggie Bush rebounds they should have a potent offense.
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