The Facts: Because of the always-looming threat of injury, the Saints likely will keep all four of their top tailbacks into training camp. Stecker, who started seven games the past two seasons as Deuce McAllister's primary backup, also is an experienced kickoff returner who can try to earn his roster spot on special teams.

Diehards Line:The Saints don't plan to use Reggie Bush heavily in the return game because of the injury risk, Sean Payton and GM Mickey Loomis said last weekend. Bush, though, was a deadly return man at Southern Cal and certainly will be used there in situations. The Saints, however, also re-signed return specialist Michael Lewis to a three-year deal this offseason.