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The Good, Bad and Ugly From Saints’ Heartbreaking Loss to Lions

The New Orleans Saints opened their season with a wild contest that featured a slow start, a dramatic comeback effort, debatable refereeing, and a dramatic final play.

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Chris Olave Releases Scary Statement On His Health After Multiple Head Injuries — Reveals Real Reason Why He’s Wearing Guardian Cap In 2026

Chris Olave stopped caring how the helmet looks. The Saints receiver wore a Guardian Cap in Sunday’s opener at Detroit. He then explained why. “All the head injuries I have had.

Travis Etienne News / TWSN / September 14

Travis Etienne Jr. Fantasy Football Takeaways From Week 1

Since joining the NFL, Travis Etienne Jr. has been up and down for fantasy football. With Week 1 football to analyze, we’ll be doing just that for Etienne.

Chris Olave News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14

Saints’ $132 million star sends sobering message about his decision to wear Guardian Cap

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave was loud and proud Sunday about his switch to the Guardian Cap this season. Olave spoke to reporters after the Saints’ overtime loss to the Detroit Lions in their season opener at Ford Field in Detroit, Mich.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

New Orleans Saints News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 13

Why was Saints’ crucial strip-sack TD overturned? The rule sounds just as dumb as it looked

The New Orleans Saints suffered a painful defeat to the Detroit Lions, 31-30, at Ford Field on Sunday, marred by a controversial call in the first half.

Chris Olave News / EssentiallySports / September 13

'I Got Kids Now': Amid CTE Fears, Saints’ Chris Olave Makes Emotional Admission About Wearing Guardian Cap Against Lions

Only those who have fought the battles know how deep the scars are. For New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave, his NFL journey has been marked by multiple injuries.

NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 13

Saints Fall One Play Short of Incredible Comeback Against Lions

The New Orleans Saints rallied from a 21-point deficit to force overtime against the Detroit Lions , but fell just short in a 31-30 season-opening loss when a potential game-winning 2-point conversion pass to Bryce Lance fell incomplete.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / September 13

Saints RB Alvin Kamara Expected To Return In Week 2

Alvin Kamara suffered an MCL sprain during a joint practice last month. The longtime Saints running back was unavailable for today’s season opener as a result.

NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 13

Biggest Winners, Biggest Losers, Saints-Lions: Going for Two Was the Right Call

Going for two was the right call. After scoring a touchdown in overtime to get the Saints to within a point, Saints coach Kellen Moore made the decision to go for two.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13

Lions play with fire in first overtime game of 2026 season

Heading into the slate of Week 1 games to open up the 2026 season, most people wouldn't have circled the New Orleans Saints vs. the Detroit Lions as the

Lions roar on offense before edging Saints 31-30 in OT

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NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 13

Halftime Studs & Duds: Saints vs. Lions, Officiating? Hard Hitting!

The New Orleans Saints trail the Detroit Lions at the half, XXX-XXX. Here is what we saw in the first 30-minutes. The Saints defensive line is putting pressure on Lions quarterback Jared Goff.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 13

Saints have touchdown taken away by controversial replay ruling

The New Orleans Saints are the first team of the new NFL season to feel like they got robbed of a touchdown by some controversial officiating. The Detroit Lions appeared to have committed a costly turnover during the second quarter of Sunday’s Week 1 game at Ford Field in Detroit, Mich.

Alvin Kamara News / Viral Sports News / September 13

Saints Make Brutal Alvin Kamara Decision Before Lions Game

Fantasy managers who rostered Alvin Kamara entered Sunday morning hoping the veteran running back would suit up for the New Orleans Saints’ season opener in Detroit.

NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 13

Saints-Lions Inactives for Today's Game: Running Back Experience Thinned Out

The New Orleans Saints take on the Detroit Lions today at Ford Field. Kickoff set for Noon CT in the Motor City. The Saints are a 7-point underdog to the Lions.

Alvin Kamara News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 13

Alvin Kamara fantasy managers must pivot after last-minute Week 1 injury update

The New Orleans Saints are gearing up for a huge Week 1 contest. New Orleans travels to Detroit to open the 2026 season, giving them a huge test right out of the gates.

New Orleans Saints News / Anubis Sports / September 13

New Orleans Saints 2026 NFC Title Path

The 2026 NFL season kicks off this week, and the New Orleans Saints are in a prime position to win the NFC South division. With new free agent signings and a solid draft class, Kellen Moore’s squad is optimistic about making the postseason.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Final Injury Report for Saints-Lions: Will Sam LaPorta, Alvin Kamara Play?

The Detroit Lions are at home Sunday afternoon as they host the New Orleans Saints in an NFC matchup during Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. Detroit enters Sunday’s game looking to grab a victory at home as the Lions look to start the season strong and bounce back after missing the playoffs last season.

Nathan Shepherd News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11

Saints Restructuring DL Nathan Shepherd For $2.7M In Cap Space

Per Spotrac, the Saints are converting $3.4 million of DT Nathan Shepherd‘s base salary into a signing bonus to create $2.7 million in 2026 cap space. Spotrac adds Shepherd is scheduled to earn $4.77 million now with another $1.3 million available via incentives.

New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / September 9

Jamaal Williams Still Hoping For NFL Opportunity

Jamaal Williams didn’t see the field during the 2025 campaign and remains unsigned ahead of the 2026 season. While that would seem to indicate that the running back’s NFL career has come to abrupt end, Williams made it clear that he still wants to play.

New Orleans Saints News / TWSN / September 10

Cam Jordan Injury Leaves New Orleans Saints With a Massive Week 1 Problem

The New Orleans Saints enter the 2026 NFL season looking to build off the momentum they established at the end of the 2025 season. However, they have a tough Week 1 game against the Detroit Lions, and the injury news for Cam Jordan doesn’t make it any easier for them.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 9

Saints Agree To Restructured Deals With C Cesar Ruiz & DT Davon Godchaux

According to Spotrac, the Saints have agreed to restructure the contracts of C Cesar Ruiz and DT Davon Godchaux. New Orleans converted $8.285 million of Ruiz’s salary into a signing bonus, creating $6.2 million of 2026 cap space.

Drew Brees News / EssentiallySports / September 9

'I Wasn’t Good Enough To Play': Saints Legend Drew Brees Opens Up About Facing Adversity Early in His NFL Career

Coming out of college, Drew Brees was projected as a first-round pick, but concerns about his height, arm strength, and spread-offense background dropped him to the Chargers in the second round.

Tyler Shough News / Viral Sports News / September 8

Saints Make Tyler Shough Announcement Before Lions Game

The New Orleans Saints have officially named their team captains for the 2026 season, and the announcement carries particular weight because of who now wears the patch on offense.

New Orleans Saints News / EssentiallySports / September 7

'Rest in Peace': Prayers Pour In as New Orleans Mourns Tragic Loss of Beloved Saints Analyst After Cancer Battle

Mike Detillier fell in love with the radio in his childhood, when his mother used to turn it on to listen to jazz. He paired that passion with his love for football and, in the past few decades, grew into one of the best voices on the radio for Saints football.