METAIRIE, La. -- Drafting a quarterback hasn't been a very high priority for the New Orleans Saints since coach Sean Payton and quarterback Drew Brees arrived in 2006. They've only drafted one in that span -- Sean Canfield in the seventh round in 2010.But Payton revealed Thursday the Saints were tempted last year by Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Mike Glennon in the third round. Glennon was drafted with the 73rd pick. The Saints went with left tackle Terron Armstead two picks later -- and obviously they haven’t been disappointed with that choice.Glennon"That discussion that came up, I can remember it like it was yesterday," Payton said. "Terron Armstead, Glennon was right in that cloud, if you will. And it's just funny how you go back. And both of those guys have bright careers in our league."Payton said he got a great endorsement from Glennon's former offensive coordinator at NC State, Dana Bible, whom Payton had worked with at two previous stops (San Diego State and the Philadelphia Eagles)."Dana, I remember calling me on Mike and really giving me good reviews. I mean over and above. So we studied more tape. He's someone that was in the mix," Payton said.When asked if there have been many quarterbacks the Saints have come close to drafting over the years, Payton said, "I don't know that there's many. I just recall him specifically because we saw a lot of things we liked. And now unfortunately he's in our division and we're watching him."Glennon has temporarily regained his role as the Buccaneers' starter this season as they prepare to face the Saints on Sunday in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Glennon made his first start last week in place of injured veteran Josh McCown and led Tampa Bay to its first victory of the season over the Pittsburgh Steelers. He completed 21 of 42 passes for 302 yards with two touchdowns and one interception.Glennon (6 foot 6, 225 pounds) also started 13 games as a rookie last season and fared well, with 2,608 yards, 19 touchdowns and nine interceptions."He’s big, he's tall. I think he's got a real good arm," Payton said. "I think his timing, his feet are very good. His feet are exceptional for his size. So he’s got good athleticism. He can locate the ball and make all the throws." http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/post/_/id/57418/sean-payton-saints-considered-drafting-mike-glennon Not sure if this has been posted already, but I found it interesting that the Saints were considering Glennon with their 3rd round pick.
