Sharper still sharp

Former Vikings Pro Bowl safety Darren Sharper has shown through two weeks that he's got plenty in the proverbial tank. Sharper, who the Vikings opted not to re-sign during the offseason, has flourished with the 2-0 New Orleans Saints. Sharper already has three interceptions, exceeding the one he had in 16 games last season, and he has a whopping 176 return yards, including a 97-yard touchdown Sunday in a 48-22 defeat of the Philadelphia Eagles. In an interview in March with the Pioneer Press, Sharper said he chose the Saints because he expected greatness from them. "It's a chance to go the Super Bowl," Sharper said at the time. "We have the best offense in the league. We needed to add some things, and I think we did." The Saints defense, rated 23rd last season, is only 21st now. But powered by quarterback Drew Brees, who already has nine touchdown passes in two games, the Saints defense doesn't have to worry about shutting opponents out. Sharp...