Joe’s was lobbying for Maurice Stovall to get the start against the Saints all week. The guy was proving himself to be dangerous, reliable — at least more reliable than Michael Clayton — and developing chemistry with Josh Freeman.

Stovall had no receptions today and really didn’t seem to be in the game plan, despite his athleticism and inexperienced cornerbacks lining up for the Saints.

Why?

Raheem The Dream himself has said this season (especially the second half) is about giving young guys a chance to play and evaluating what they can do. The head coach also has said repeatedly that players would be rewarded for their performance.

Congrats to Clayton today for his third touchdown in his last 39 games. …But it’s time he be sat in favor of Stovall.