NFL Notes

Oct 2, 2013 7:52 AM

>>Saints Keeping 4-0 Start In Perspective As Visit Bears

Four games into Sean Payton's return from NFL exile, the Saints look a lot more like the 13-3 team he coached two seasons ago than the 7-9 team he was banned from associating with last year.

Drew Brees is leading a quick-strike offense that has put up big numbers in consecutive lopsided victories. An aggressive defense is getting turnovers and timely stops.

The result is a 4-0 start, an early 2½-game lead in the NFC South and an energized fan base that rocked the Superdome during a 38-17 victory over previously unbeaten Miami on Monday night.

Receiver Marques Colston says the Saints are off to exactly the start they wanted, but can't let their early success distract them from improving as they prepare to head to Chicago this Sunday.

>>Ravens Acquire OT Monroe From Jaguars

(Undated) -- The Baltimore Ravens are adding depth to their offensive line. Multiple outlets report that the Ravens have acquired tackle and former first-round draft pick Eugene Monroe from the Jacksonville Jaguars. Baltimore will send multiple undisclosed draft picks to Jacksonville. Monroe is expected to take a physical on Wednesday to finalize the deal, which will effectively replace Bryant McKinnie as the Ravens' starting left tackle.