Sean Payton said over the weekend he has yet to address the vicodin scandal surrounding him and assistant coach Joe Vitt with his players. In a media session at Saints minicamp over the weekend, he avoided many of the questions reporters shot at him regarding the allegations that he was taking enough vicodin from the team to constitute abuse.
Saints Owner, Coaches Support Sean Payton In Vicodin Scandal
Just because Payton’s not talking, doesn’t mean he’s not being supported in the building.
Team sources say Payton has the full support of owner Tom Benson. He also has the support of his players and staff, even though he said he hasn’t formally addressed the suit with the team. He stressed it would not be a distraction to his players or his coaching staff in its mission to defend their Super Bowl title.
Having the support of the owner is important right now because it seemingly puts everyone at ease. A guilty verdict may change folks’ minds on this one but, for now, Payton and Co. have a supporting staff.
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