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New Orleans Saints News / Athlon Sports / September 16

5 Best Wide Receivers in New Orleans Saints History

The New Orleans Saints have been awfully wise when it comes to selecting wide receivers in the NFL draft. On this list of their top five wideouts in team history, four joined the team straight out of college.

New Orleans Saints News / Athlon Sports / September 16

5 Best Running Backs in New Orleans Saints History

Since the year 2000, only 10 different players have led the New Orleans Saints in rushing. If that sounds like a lot, it isn’t. Consistency at the position has been a calling card.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 15

Drew Brees addresses possible comeback with Broncos for 2026 AFC Championship Game

During a chat with well-known NFL insider Ed Werder, Brees discussed why he ended up staying retired this past winter.

Broncos' Sean Payton reacts to Drew Brees comeback report

Could Broncos get in trouble for fun Drew Brees comeback story?

Drew Brees reportedly considered making an NFL comeback last season

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The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the players to rush for at least five touchdowns in six or more seasons since the AFL/NFL merger (1970) can you name in eight minutes?

The 'Single-season TD record by NFL team' quiz

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 15

First Ever Forced, then Fumble Recovery Makes Saints 2nd Year Lineman Heap Praise

In its 31-30 overtime loss to Detroit on Sunday, the New Orleans Saints came up with one turnover. Actually, we all know it should have been two, but that's in another article we wrote.

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 / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 15

Early Odds have Saints More than a Touchdown Underdog to Ravens

After a Week 1 defeat, 31-30 in Detroit , the New Orleans Saints are back on the road Sunday, this time in Baltimore to take on the Ravens. Apparently oddsmakers were not impressed by the overtime loss to the powerful Lions, as the Birds have been installed as an 8.5-point favorite over the Saints.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 15

Saints Show Strong PFF Grades in Some Areas, Needs Improvement in Others, Saints On SI Analysis

After the Saints' heartbreaking 31-30 loss to the Lions on Sunday , there were places to get better, as head coach Kellen Moore talked about on Monday.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 14

ESPN just revealed that Saints fans came so close to seeing a bittersweet reunion between Sean Payton and Drew Brees last year

The New Orleans Saints had one of the best QB-HC duos of all time for a decade plus. But according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, there was a world where the two of them reunited, just in a different city.

Chase Young News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 14

'The Call' and what the Saints' Chase Young Thought about It

We're just going to say it was "The Call." If you're a Saints fan you know what we're talking about. Heck, most of the Internet knows about the apparent

Kellen Moore News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 14

Saints' Coach Moore Reflects on His Team Never Giving Up, and 'The Call'

Saints head coach Kellen Moore held his usual Monday after a game media conference Monday afternoon. His team came within one play of upsetting Detroit at their home turf, 31-30 .

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.

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.

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.

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The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

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New Orleans Saints 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.

Alvin Kamara 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 / 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

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

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 / 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.

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.

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.