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Sleeper fantasy football picks for the Saints in 2026

Fantasy Football season is around the corner, and if you’re a fantasy head like me, you have already begun plotting your picks for the 2026 NFL season. As a New Orleans Saints fan, you also have probably started looking into which players from the black-and-gold could contribute to your team in the later rounds, and […]

The Curious Case of Cam Jordan

It’s now June, and the third week of OTAs is underway, yet Cam Jordan remains a free agent. New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis has stated that there is still an offer on the table for Jordan. That is good news for Saints fans, and it shows that the front office continues to remain […]

What to expect from Devin Neal in his sophomore season with the Saints

After an encouraging rookie season, New Orleans Saints running back Devin Neal enters his sophomore season facing a much different situation in the backfield. New Orleans made the splash free agent signing of Travis Etienne during the offseason, while Alvin Kamara is expected to return for at least another season. As a result, Neal is […]

Why the Saints have all the potential for an explosive offense this season

It is safe to say that the New Orleans Saints were a defensive team in 2025. The defense finished in the middle of the league in total defense, while the offense was one of the lower ranked units in the NFL. Considering the Saints feature an offensive-minded head coach, the expectation is for them to […]

New Orleans Saints News, June 8: Who are the Saints’ biggest rivals?

Welcome to today’s roundup of New Orleans Saints and NFL news! Saints host training session for NOPD recruit A training event held by the Saints. NFL Rumors: Bills Named Trade Destination for 5-Time Pro Bowler Ahead of HC Joe Brady’s First Season If a trade did happen, the Bills would be a very likely destination. […]

New Orleans Saints News, June 5: When will Olave get his extension?

Welcome to today’s roundup of New Orleans Saints and NFL news! Chris Olave’s potential contract extension just got more expensive Hopefully, the extension will happen soon. Kaden Elliss comfortable with being self, excited to learn defense after rejoining New Orleans Saints A good chance Elliss will be named one of the captains. Former Saints, Raiders […]

Saints host training session for NOPD recruits

On Wednesday, the New Orleans Saints hit the practice field for Week 2 of OTAs; however, after their day was done, work in the building continued as the team hosted a group of New Orleans Police Department recruits for a training session with their Director of Sports Performance Ted Rath. Rath’s session lasted a little […]

Chris Olave’s potential contract extension just got more expensive

One of the New Orleans Saints storylines going into the training camp season is star WR Chris Olave’s contract extension. He has one more year on his deal, but all other WRs from his class (that deserve an extension) have gotten deals with their teams. With Olave’s injury issues throughout his career, discussions were going […]

New Orleans Saints News, June 4: Could be a big year for Jordyn Tyson

Welcome to today’s roundup of New Orleans Saints and NFL news! Predicting Saints WR Jordyn Tyson’s stats for the 2026 NFL Season How will the rookie perform? New Orleans Saints confirm their start date for 2026 training camp One step closer to training camp season. NFL Announces National TV Schedule for Hall of Fame Game, […]

Saints RB Alvin Kamara makes surprise OTA appearance

For much of the offseason, questions have surrounded New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara and what his future with the organization holds. Those questions grew louder in recent weeks as speculation continued regarding whether Kamara would remain with the Saints or be released/traded. However, the veteran running back helped quiet some of that noise […]

Saints head coach and former Boise State QB Kellen Moore in consideration for the National Football Foundation 2027 Hall of Fame Class

On Tuesday, the National Football Foundation (NFF) announced the former players under consideration for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame Class of 2027 and former Boise State quarterback and current New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore has made the list again and rightfully so. While Moore may be more known around New […]

Predicting Saints WR Jordyn Tyson’s stats for the 2026 NFL Season

Former Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson was the New Orleans Saints’ most interesting first-round selection in years. After back-to-back drafts focused on anchoring the trenches, the Saints made a splash with the eighth overall pick, adding an elite playmaker to the offense. Tyson is one of the favorites for the AP Offensive Rookie of […]

Saints team up with The 18th Ward to refurbish local community center

On Tuesday, the New Orleans Saints came together again not on the field but off the field to show some love to their community by providing some much-needed improvements to a local community center. The event also served as a good off-season team building and bonding activity.  Saints players and coaches partnered with The 18th […]

Is Jonas Sanker the New STAR?

Brandon Staley, throughout his career as a defensive specialist, has consistently maintained elite play from the STAR position. Over the years, he has found success with players such as Derwin James, Jalen Ramsey, and even Alontae Taylor. This position requires a player to be versatile on defense. They must be able to cover, support the […]

CB Martin Emerson to work on the outside for Saints

The New Orleans Saints appear to have a clear vision for Martin Emerson’s role heading into the 2026 season based on what we saw during week one of OTAs. The former Cleveland Brown looks to be working primarily at outside cornerback for Brandon Staley’s defense, although his main focus remains recovering from the Achilles injury […]

New Orleans Saints News, June 1: Saints will have a bit more pressure in their 53-man roster process

Welcome to today’s roundup of New Orleans Saints and NFL news! NFL moves roster cutdown date up from recent years’ timeline An interesting move by the NFL. Let’s see how it affects the team’s process this offseason. New Orleans Saints vs. Arizona Cardinals: Who holds the series lead? Some good matchups in recent years. New […]

NFL moves roster cutdown date up from recent years’ timeline

The NFL recently announced that the roster cutdown to 53 players deadline will be pushed up slightly this year. Rather than players having to be finalized by the Tuesday following the preseason finale, teams will now only have up to Sunday, August 30, at 6:00 p.m. EST, a full two-day jump. In addition to roster […]

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Saints to host joint practices with Jaguars, Rams and Cowboys

The New Saints will play three preseason games this year which one at home against the Jacksonville Jaguars and two on the road against the Rams and Cowboys, respectively. Head Coach Kellen Moore recently announced during this week’s OTAs that the team will hold joint practice sessions during the preseason. While that announcement is not […]