Quarterback Bobby Hebert, who was the Saints' starter from late 1985 through 1992, save for a season-long holdout in 1990, signed as a free agent with the division rival Atlanta Falcons.
Wade Wilson, who had fallen out of favor with the Minnesota Vikings after the hiring of coach Dennis Green in 1992, was signed as Hebert's replacement.
[citation needed] During a loss to the New York Giants on Monday Night Football, fans in the Louisiana Superdome let out a sarcastic cheer when Wilson was injured.
The incident enraged coach Jim Mora, who let loose with a tirade during his post-game press conference.
[2] Jim Finks, the club's president and general manager since January 1986, was diagnosed with lung cancer in April.