The Facts: Following up on the ongoing story. ... According to multiple reports, Saints HC Sean Payton has been suspended for a full season in the wake of the the bounty program administered on his watch by former defensive coordinator Gregg Williams. Williams, now the Rams DC, is suspended indefinitely. The suspensions are effective as of April 1.
Diehards Line:Saints general manager Mickey Loomis is suspended for eight games and the Saints lose two second-round draft picks -- one in 2012 and one in 2013. ... The announcement comes after a lengthy investigation of the bounty program. It's safe to say NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is sending a serious message -- much more serious than anybody expected. ... Stay tuned. More details to come.