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Saints vs. Lions Predictions: Will New Orleans Start Season 1-0?

The New Orleans Saints will take on the Detroit Lions at Ford FIeld on Sunday at noon ET. Can the Saints pull off the upset or will they start off the season 0-1 for the second consecutive year?Here are our predictions.

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Saints Roster Moves: Estimé On IR, Three More Shuffled

The New Orleans Saints made a quartet of roster moves today affecting the team's offense exclusively. Running back Audric Estimé, who was expected to help our a running back corps that has been hobbled by various injuries, including veteran Alvin Kamara, has been placed on the Injured Reserve.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Saints Made Two Roster Moves, Elevated Two For Week 1

Per Adam Schefter, the Saints placed RB Audric Estime on injured reserve and signed TE Treyton Welch to the active roster in his place. For Week 1, the Saints are activating WR Kevin Austin and RB CJ Donaldson from the practice squad via standard elevation.

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There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 12

Saints Can Shock Lions in Week 1 If They Accomplish These 4 Things

The New Orleans Saints kick off their season this Sunday at noon against the Detroit Lions . Facing the Lions presents a major test for New Orleans. Detroit enters as the favorite to capture the NFC North, boasting a high-powered offense alongside one of the l eague's most formidable pass-rushing defenses .

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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.

Alvin Kamara News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 11

Saints Wrap Up Week 1 Prep With Alvin Kamara’s Status Still Uncertain

The New Orleans Saints have put the finishing touches on their first game week of the 2026 season. Friday’s practice represented the final opportunity for head coach Kellen Moore and his staff to evaluate where the roster stands before the Saints travel to Detroit for Sunday’s season opener against the Lions at Ford Field.

Tyler Shough News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 11

Lions DC Makes Eye-Opening Admission About Saints QB Tyler Shough

When the New Orleans Saints take on the Detroit Lions Sunday, quarterback Tyler Shough might find a few admirers across the field. During a Thursday press briefing with Detroit media, Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard offered glowing remarks for Shough, calling him a "phenomenal prospect." "Tyler Shough is a phenomenal prospect.

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.

NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 10

Saints Week 1 Scouting Report: Breaking Down Lions Defense

The New Orleans Saints will have their hands full with the Detroit Lions’ offense , but Detroit’s defense deserves plenty of attention as well. Ever since Dan Campbell took over as head coach in 2021, Detroit has generally maintained a strong defensive unit.

Tyler Shough News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Saints’ Tyler Shough notches ‘biggest career accomplishment’ before second season

The New Orleans Saints have a lot of reason for optimism coming into the 2026 season, and a lot of that has to do with second-year quarterback Tyler Shough.

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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 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 / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 9

Saints Name Tyler Shough, Cam Jordan Among 9 Captains for 2026

The New Orleans Saints named their team captains Tuesday ahead of the 2026 season. Returning as captains are edge rusher Cameron Jordan, center/guard Erik McCoy, safety Justin Reid and long snapper Zach Wood.

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 9

Saints Practice Notebook: Alvin Kamara Returns, Cam Jordan Out, but for How Long?

The New Orleans Saints began their second practice of the first game week of the season on Wednesday after taking a day off on Tuesday to rejuvenate. Of course, there were interesting developments throughout the day as several players did not practice, a key player returned and there were some changes made to the practice squad.

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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Saints’ Cam Jordan officially ruled out, Alvin Kamara ‘has a shot’ for Week 1 vs. Lions

The New Orleans Saints will be facing the Detroit Lions to open the season, and they could possibly be without two of their veterans due to injury. Cam Jordan has already been ruled out, but Alvin Kamara seems to be questionable for the matchup, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo.

New Orleans Saints News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 9

Saints Tweaking Practice Squad With Two Moves

The New Orleans Saints are signing WR Kyrese Rowan to the practice squad after a workout on Tuesday, according to Nick Underhill. To make room, Underhill reports they’re releasing DT Jonah Williams. New Orleans’ practice squad now includes: DE Fadil Diggs RB CJ Donaldson DB TJ Hall Jr.

NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 9

What Must the Saints' O-Line, D-Line Do to Succeed vs Lions Sunday?

According to various experts, the New Orleans Saints have one of the easiest schedules in the NFL this season. Once source has them at second best based on their opponents winning percentage, behind only the Cleveland Browns.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 9

The first thing to know about the Lions’ opponent: Don’t be fooled by the Saints’ 6-11 record

New Orleans played winning football after making one major change last season, and its defense was quietly among the NFL’s best in several important areas.

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 / A to Z Sports / September 8

Anonymous executive has strong take on Saints rookie who will be more important than initially expected to start the season

New Orleans Saints rookie wide receiver Bryce Lance has become even more important than anyone could’ve imagined when he was drafted in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 7

Bold predictions for the 2026 NFL season

The NFL season is right around the corner, and with it comes season-long storylines to track. Here are four bold predictions for the 2026 season.

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New Orleans Saints News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Saints Give Jordyn Tyson IR-Return Designation, Set 53-Man Roster

Jordyn Tyson‘s latest bout of hamstring trouble will lead the top-10 pick to IR. While that move headlines New Orleans’ odyssey down to 53 — along with

Spencer Rattler News / Pro Football Rumors / August 29

Saints Plan To Retain QB Spencer Rattler

In April, Spencer Rattler was mentioned as a potential trade candidate given Tyler Shough‘s status as the Saints’ starting quarterback. Both young passers remain in the fold in advance of Week 1, and that can be expected to continue.