Kwon..... "I was trying to do too much"

MLB Alexander wants more against SaintsBy Ira Kaufman | Tribune Staff Published: September 18, 2015 at 09:30 PMTAMPA — After struggling against a rookie quarterback in Week 1, Bucs MLB Kwon Alexander is eager to atone Sunday at the Superdome, where the Saints are led by likely Hall of Fame QB Drew Brees.In his regular-season debut, Alexander was credited with five tackles in a 42-14 loss to Marcus Mariota and the Titans at Raymond James Stadium. Although the fourth-round pick out of LSU tied for the club lead in stops, Alexander wasn’t happy with his play.“It didn’t go like I planned,’’ Alexander said Friday, “and I’ve got a lot to improve on. It was my first game and now I know I have to be more mentally focused. I was trying to do too much against Tennessee.“I’m ready for New Orleans, and our team is ready. It’s going to be a big one.’’Quote of the day“We’re right back on track with a win this week. A chance to come back at 1-1, with the only division win, would be big for us.’’— Bucs coach Lovie SmithStat of the dayWith a 66.2 percent completion rate for his career, Brees ranks as the most accurate passer in the NFL’s 96-year history.***Upcoming scheduleSunday: at New Orleans, 1 p.m. (Fox, Ch. 13)Sept. 27: at Houston, 1 p.m. (Fox, Ch. 13)Oct. 4: Carolina, 1 p.m. (Fox, Ch. 13)Oct. 11: Jacksonville, 1 p.m. (CBS, Ch. 10)