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Travis Etienne News / Stadium Rant / October 2

Travis Etienne Injury: How The New Orleans Saints Replace Him

The New Orleans Saints placed running back Travis Etienne on IR (injured reserve) this will set him back at least four weeks. New Orleans Saints coach Kellen Moore emphasized that the Saints will see how soon he can return but will monitor the back in the weeks ahead.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / October 2

Saints Slide in NFL Power Rankings plus Saints On SI Consensus Ratings

The loss to the Raiders in the Superdome pushed the New Orleans Saints back down the power rankings lists, as determined by NFL writers across the country.

Travis Etienne News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 2

Travis Etienne Jr injury: What it means for fantasy football after Saints RB goes on IR

Travis Etienne Jr’s trip to injured reserve has turned the New Orleans Saints’ backfield into one of the most important fantasy football situations of the week.

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New Orleans Saints News / Athlon Sports / October 2

3 New Orleans Saints Trade Chips to Watch With the November Deadline Five Weeks Away

Nobody in the NFC South has a winning record, so the New Orleans Saints can be 1-2 heading into Monday night’s game against Atlanta and still own a share of the division lead.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 1

Saints to honor 'Domecoming' anniversary in clash with Falcons

The New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Falcons are ready to return to a familiar setting, paying tribute to a notable moment. "Monday Night Football." In the Superdome.

Steve Gleason News / New Orleans Saints on SI / October 1

Saints QB Not Overwhelmed for 1st Prime Time Start, Talks about Gleason, the Punt Block, and the Rivalry

There is enough pressure on any NFL quarterback every time he steps out on the gridiron. Add to that, Saints QB Tyler Shough is doing it as a starter in the league for only a baker's dozen times.

New Orleans Saints News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 1

Saints news: Kellen Moore dumps cold water on potential Jordyn Tyson return in Week 5

The New Orleans Saints have yet to see what Jordyn Tyson could do on the field in the regular season. The rookie wideout has been sidelined by a hamstring injury he suffered during a joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars in August.

Travis Etienne News / Field Level Media / October 1

Saints place RB Travis Etienne Jr. (hamstring) on injured reserve

The New Orleans Saints placed running back Travis Etienne Jr. on injured reserve Thursday due to a hamstring injury. Etienne, who aggravated a hamstring injury Sunday in a 35-27 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders in the Saints' home opener, must miss at least four games.

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Travis Etienne News / Pro Football Rumors / October 1

Saints Place RB Travis Etienne On IR

The Saints are placing running back Travis Etienne on IR with a hamstring injury, per Katherine Terrell of ESPN. He will miss at least four games. The Saints signed receiver Kevin Austin from their practice squad to take Etienne’s roster spot, according to Mike Tripplett of NewOrleans.Football.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Here's What Should Scare the New Orleans Saints About the Atlanta Falcons

The New Orleans Saints have moved the ball as well as almost anyone, with Tyler Shough’s 917 passing yards ranking second in the NFL. Monday night’s visit from the Atlanta Falcons is a different kind of test, because Atlanta’s offense just got its quarterback back and its best player is coming off the biggest game of the season.

Danny Stutsman News / A to Z Sports / October 1

The NFL hits Saints LB Danny Stutsman where it hurts for his ‘bang-bang’ play in Week 3

New Orleans Saints linebacker Danny Stutsman has been fined by the NFL this week. This is the third time Stutsman has been docked by the league. New Orleans Saints linebacker Danny Stutsman has been fined by the NFL this week.

Bryan Bresee News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Saints Find Their Bryan Bresee Insurance Policy in the Latest 2027 NFL Mock Draft

The New Orleans Saints have played three games without Bryan Bresee, and the newest look at the 2027 NFL Draft has them doubling down on the middle of their defensive line.

New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / October 1

Saints Work Out 17 Players, Including OL Cornelius Lucas, Cody Ford

The Saints hosted a slew of players for workouts on Tuesday and Wednesday, per the NFL’s daily personnel notice. Tuesday’s group included multiple offensive tackles as New Orleans navigates the absence of starting left tackle Kelvin Banks, while Wednesday’s was headlined by defensive ends David Ojabo and Julian Okwara.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 30

6 Truths About the 1-2 New Orleans Saints Heading Into Week 4 vs. Atlanta Falcons

Tyler Shough threw four touchdown passes Sunday, and the New Orleans Saints still lost. A 27-16 second-half lead over the Las Vegas Raiders turned into a 35-27 loss after four turnovers in the final quarter, dropping New Orleans to 1-2.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 30

Saints Bring in Ten for Tryouts on Off Days

Because of a Monday night game, Saints players were given two consecutive days off instead of the usual one day, getting Tuesday and Wednesday to recover.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 29

Minnesota Vikings suddenly acquire former 1,200-yard RB

The Minnesota Vikings are adding another running back.

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell disregarding one of his biggest beliefs by trading J.J. McCarthy to Giants

Vikings' Nolan Teasley, Kevin O'Connell open up about trading J.J. McCarthy

Vikings make QB move after JJ McCarthy trade

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New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 29

Saints Host Four OTs, Six DBs For Tryouts

The New Orleans Saints hosted 10 players for tryouts on Tuesday, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. The following is a list of players New Orleans

New Orleans Saints News / A to Z Sports / September 29

Saints’ risky play with $48 million player backfires, but Kellen Moore has confidence in what comes next

The New Orleans Saints will not have starting running back Travis Etienne Jr. at their disposal for Week 4’s “Monday Night Football” against the Atlanta Falcons.

NFL News / SuperWest Sports / September 29

2026 Top Week 3 NFL Performances by Players from West: Summarizing the highlights of some standout alumni veterans and rookies

It was an exciting week in the NFL, with 12 of the 14 games played on Sunday decided by one score or less. That’s the most such games on a single day in NFL history.

Maxx Crosby News / Yardbarker / September 28

Maxx Crosby seems to make feelings about Raiders future clear after win over Saints

Ahead of the final weekend of September, Crosby remained the subject of trade rumors consistently floated out there by NFL insiders who have repeatedly linked him with advertised contenders throughout 2026.

NFL Week 3 winners, losers: Brock Bowers dominates in return, Drake Maye flops

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Tyler Shough News / TWSN / September 28

Tyler Shough Is Now a Top-Five MVP Candidate

Tyler Shough entered the 2026 NFL season with the hope that he could emerge as a quality quarterback for the future for the New Orleans Saints after his