Article: Haslett, Saints happy with playoff-bound bunch; 9-4:New Orleans can clinch postseason berth with help

NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Saints coach Jim Haslett is enjoying the nip that fall has finally added to New Orleans' air. He's eating well, sleeping well. He likes his team's practices, and loves the games.

Life is good.

"When you're 9-4, you really look forward to Sundays," Haslett said. "When you're 9-4 or 8-5 and in the playoff race, you look forward to coming to work."

That's a feeling Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Tice envies.

"I'd kill for five wins," Tice joked.

The Saints (9-4) could clinch a playoff spot with a victory Sunday and a loss by the Giants. The Vikings (3-10) are playing out the string.

"I think every guy in our locker room knows it's close to playoff time," Saints receiver Joe ...

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