New Orleans Saints: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Saints K Charlie Smyth: No. 18 Player in 2026 Could Be Long-Term Answer in N.O.

How obvious is it that the New Orleans Saints knew one of their top priorities was finding potential long-term answers at kicker and punter? Since Coach Kellen Moore took over, Charlie Smyth wrested the job from Blake Grupe, and as we wrote two days ago, Ryan Wright was signed in free agency to stop the revolving door at punter.

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Saints’ Offseason Moves Signal Strong Belief in Tyler Shough

The New Orleans Saints’ search for their next franchise quarterback since Drew Brees‘ retirement in 2020 has been long and difficult. However, the Saints believe they may have finally found their long-time signal-caller in rising sophomore Tyler Shough.

New Orleans Saints News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 8

Saints’ Chase Young gets 100% real on Cameron Jordan amid free agency

Mandatory minicamp is quickly approaching for the New Orleans Saints, as it begins on June 16. Despite that, long-time defender Cameron Jordan remains unsigned in free agency.

Pete Werner News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 8

Saints LB Pete Werner: Consistency Has Been Name of Game for No. 19 Player of 2026

“Solid” might be the word many fans of the New Orleans Saints when talking about the career of linebacker Pete Werner. While there was hope a few years ago he might become the next best thing in the middle of the Saints defense, it has become more apparent that we have mostly seen what we’re going to get.

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Some of the greatest players in NFL history have graced the cover of "Madden." How many of these players can you name in five minutes?

The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most career passing touchdowns' quiz

New Orleans Saints News / Football Analysis / June 8

Saints Eat $18.76M Dead Cap To Lose Their Greatest Pass Rusher

The photos hit social media like a brushfire. Patrick Mahomes and Cameron Jordan, side by side on a Las Vegas golf course, laughing between swings at a charity tournament.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Ryan Wright News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 7

Saints P Ryan Wright: Major Upgrade on Special Teams Is Our No. 20 Player in 2026

When you have a team that has been in the bottom 10 in scoring the past two seasons and you combine it with punters who have been in the bottom three, that equals a major advantage for opponents of the New Orleans Saints and one of the many reasons the team is a combined 11-23 over that timeframe.

Alvin Kamara News / Pro Football Rumors / June 6

Saints, Alvin Kamara Have Yet To Discuss Pay Cut

Through free agency and the draft, and now into spring practices, Alvin Kamara‘s Saints future has remained unclear. Discussions on a pay cut could take place as New Orleans makes a decision in this case, but no talks on that front have occurred so far.

Jonas Sanker News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 5

Saints DB Jonas Sanker: From 3rd-Round Pick in 2025 To No. 22 Player in 2026

One day when NFL historians look back at past drafts, they may take the New Orleans Saints and stare at 2024 through 2026. And in particular, the one in the middle might stand out most.

Alvin Kamara News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 4

Here Are 3 Options For Saints After Alvin Kamara Shows Up At Team Facility

One might think that once Alvin Kamara showed up to voluntary OTA practice Wednesday in Metairie, that would put to rest the rumors of what his status will be with the New Orleans Saints for the upcoming season.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 4

Saints DL Davon Godchaux: Does No. 23 Player in 2026 Have One More Great Season?

Although we continue to stress the importance of a youth movement for the New Orleans Saints and Coach Kellen Moore, there is an important balance of some longtime veterans who can help not only on game day, but as leaders throughout the week.

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The 'Running back receiving-leaders' quiz

How many of the running backs in the NFL's Super Bowl era (since 1966) with at least 4,000 career receiving yards can you name in five minutes?

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Alvin Kamara News / Yardbarker / June 4

Alvin Kamara breaks silence about uncertain future with Saints

New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore raised eyebrows when he revealed that Alvin Kamara reported for Wednesday’s voluntary OTA practice. Kamara's future with the Saints is up in the air.

NFL executives make bold predictions about Saints' Chris Olave after contract comments

The 'NFL active rushing leaders' quiz

Chris Olave News / Larry Brown Sports / June 3

Saints WR Chris Olave opens up amid contract rumblings

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave is entering the fifth season of his NFL career, and he is hoping to get a nice contract in the near future.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most 20-point, 10-rebound seasons' quiz

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

Bryan Bresee News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 3

Saints DL Bryan Bresee: A Big Step Up for No. 24 Player in 2026?

When the New Orleans Saints chose defensive lineman Bryan Bresee with the 29th pick of the 2023 NFL Draft out of Clemson, there wasn’t a ton of excitement.

Alvin Kamara News / Field Level Media / June 3

Saints RB Alvin Kamara reports to team OTAs

New Orleans running back Alvin Kamara was present for voluntary organized team activities with the Saints on Wednesday. Kamara's future with the Saints has been an open question entering the final year of his contract.

Alvin Kamara News / Yardbarker / June 3

Saints' Kellen Moore shares Alvin Kamara update amid uncertainty

The uncertain future of Alvin Kamara has hovered over the New Orleans Saints ever since they signed fellow running back Travis Etienne Jr. to a four-year deal reportedly worth $52M earlier this offseason.

NFL executives make bold predictions about Saints' Chris Olave after contract comments

The 'NFL active rushing leaders' quiz

Chris Olave News / Yardbarker / June 3

NFL execs make bold predictions about Saints' Olave after contract comments

NFL executives make bold predictions about Saints' Chris Olave after contract comments

Olave raised eyebrows when he said earlier this week that he is confident he and the Saints will come to terms on a contract extension before training-camp practices get underway in late July.

The 'New Orleans Saints head coaches' quiz

Cameron Jordan News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 3

Top Free Agent Landing Spots For DE Cameron Jordan

It’s becoming rarer and rarer to see one player stay with the same team for their entire career. It’s tough for both sides to get on the same page about when to hang up the cleats and the player usually feels like he has more left in the tank than the team does.

Chris Olave News / Total Apex Sports / June 2

Olave Confident Saints Extension Will Be Finalized Soon

Chris Olave expects his extension with the New Orleans Saints to get done soon, and he has not backed away from that confidence. The fourth year receiver has been present throughout voluntary offseason work, choosing to stay on the field rather than apply pressure from the sidelines.

New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / June 2