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Former Saints WR sends thank you message to New Orleans in social media rant

Originally posted on A to Z Sports | By Adam Holt | Last updated 5/3/24

The New Orleans Saints have had their fair share of wide receivers that did not mind showing emotion over the past decade. An underrated option? Willie Snead IV. Snead was dynamic for the Saints for a few seasons, including his rookie year where he produced the most for their offense.

Snead was a fan favorite as a big body/tough catch receiver. He's gone on to teams like the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers, but he has not totaled the same statistics like he did in New Orleans.

Snead sent a strong message to the Saints fan base on Twitter/X on Friday.

Flock Fanz & WhoDat Nation alwayz been good to me. Some real ones. The Faithful have a great fan base, as well. I only wish I could have given yal more of what I had to offer
— Willie Snead IV (@Willie_Snead4G) May 3, 2024

Clearly, Snead did not feel particularly valued by the 49ers. He took a shot at them on social media, too.

All I want is to go back to a team that isn’t afraid to let guys compete for a roster spot. These last 3 years been nothing short of entitlement… Competition breedz Champions❗️
— Willie Snead IV (@Willie_Snead4G) May 3, 2024

As for the Saints, it does not seem likely that they will bring Snead back. He's a free agent, but they've already signed two big-body WR options and drafted Bub Means. They have a lot of Snead 'types' in the building already.

This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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