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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly from the Saints loss to the Steelers
The Saints fall to the Steelers despite a stellar pass rush from Chase Young and Carl Granderson, who combined for three sacks and lead the league with 12.5 sacks as a duo. However, New Orleans’ ground game sputters, managing only 18 rushing yards on 17 carries, with Tyler Shough’s 7 yards leading the way and both Alvin Kamara and Kendre Miller ranking near the bottom in yards per carry. The unit’s woes stem from poor offensive‑line blocking and injuries, including Travis Etienne Jr. Additionally, the Saints struggle to finish long drives, converting just one of four 11‑plus‑play series and squandering scoring chances with a red‑zone interception and a missed 52‑yard field goal.
Ups and Downs from Saints vs. Steelers
The New Orleans Saints fall 16-10 to the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL’s first Paris game, dropping to 2-5. Rookie WR Barion Brown shines with three catches for 57 yards and big returns, while the run game sputters—17 rushes for just 18 yards, the worst in franchise history. Steelers dominate the trenches, out‑gaining New Orleans by 130 rushing yards. Head coach Kellen Moore faces mounting pressure after another lackluster loss, with his job hanging on the upcoming bye week and the Browns matchup.
New Orleans Saints News: Saints enter the bye week with a loss
The New Orleans Saints slip to a 2-5 record after a narrow 28-22 defeat to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Paris, France, on Oct. 25. Despite a tight finish, the Saints' defense falters in the last six minutes, and their rushing game remains ineffective—ranking 28th in success rate and last in yards allowed. Quarterback Tyler Shough faces criticism from teammates, though they still favor him as the starter. The loss sends the team into its bye week with mounting pressure.
Saints fall to 2-5 after loss to Steelers in Paris
The New Orleans Saints fall to 16-10 against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Paris, dropping to 2-5 on the season. Tyler Shough throws a 1-yard TD to Devaughn Vele and Daniel Carlson adds a 38-yard field goal, but the offense finishes with just 263 passing yards and a sputtering 1.1 yards per carry on the ground. Saints defense forces one turnover but yields three sacks and 212 passing yards. Standout performances include Kamara’s 57 receiving yards and Chase Young’s 1.5 sacks for Pittsburgh. The loss ends New Orleans’ brief fantasy of a Paris win before a bye week.
Saints vs. Steelers in Paris: Week 7 game chat
The New Orleans Saints (2-4) travel to Stade de France to face the Pittsburgh Steelers (4-2) in the NFL’s inaugural game in Paris on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 8:30 pm CST. With a 60°F windy forecast, the Saints hope to secure a win before their bye week, while the Steelers aim to extend their solid start. The matchup will be broadcast on NFLN, YouTube TV NFL Sunday Ticket, and local radio, featuring Mike Hoss, Deuce McAllister, and Steve Geller. Both teams will sport gold helmets, black jerseys, and gold pants for the historic International Series showdown.
New Orleans Saints vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Inactives: Cesar Ruiz ruled out
Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season is here, and the New Orleans Saints (2-4) are overseas as they prepare to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers (4-2) in a historic matchup in Stade de France. With kickoff just minutes away, let’s take a look at today’s inactives. New Orleans Saints: Pittsburgh Steelers:
Saints vs. Steelers How to Watch: Game time, TV, streaming, radio, and odds
The New Orleans Saints travel to Paris for their Week 7 showdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, Oct. 25, kicking off at 6:30 a.m. PST (9:30 a.m. EST) from Stade de France. Both teams enter the game fresh off wins, and the Saints are +3 favorites with a 44.5 over/under. Catch the action on NFL Network (Dave Pasch, Kurt Warner, Jason Kelce) or stream via YouTube TV NFL Sunday Ticket, and tune in on WWL 870 AM/105.3 FM or SiriusXM 194 for radio. The Saints will sport gold helmets, black jerseys and gold pants.
Key matchups: Saints vs. Steelers
The Saints head to Paris for a crucial showdown with the Steelers after a must‑win victory over the Giants. New Orleans’ pass protection, which has yielded just one sack from four top rushers, now faces T.J. Watt’s 4.5‑sack season and a Steelers front seven that blitzes only 26% of the time, making quarterback Tyler Shough’s stay upright vital. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh’s 14th‑ranked run defense has limited backs like Bucky Irving to 2.3 yards per carry, a stark test for a Saints rushing attack that posted 175 yards against the Giants, highlighted by Kendre Miller’s 70 yards. Defensively, New Orleans must contain Aaron Rodgers, who’s delivering three‑plus‑TD games despite four recent interceptions, to secure a third win.
New Orleans Saints News: How could Sunday’s game impact the Saints’ season?
The Saints’ upcoming Sunday clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers could be a turning point for their 2026 season. Despite ranking 10th in blitz frequency, New Orleans allows the fifth‑fewest pressures, a trend highlighted by analyst Matt Williamson. The article previews the matchup, outlines three key Steelers facts fans should know, and notes the team’s effort to finish its France business trip on a high note. It also promotes the SB Nation app for live game chat and community interaction.
College Players to Watch: Week 7
College players highlighted for Week 7 could catch the New Orleans Saints' eye for 2027. Texas wideout Cam Coleman, praised for size, speed and contested catches, faces Ole Miss on Oct. 24 at 6:30 PM (ABC). Ole Miss EDGE/OLB Suntarine Perkins, whose pass‑rush versatility may pressure Texas QB Arch Manning, is another prospect. Miami DT Justin Scott, a run‑stopper who also pressures the pocket, anchors a defense that battles Pitt at 11 AM on ESPN. The piece ties each player’s skill set to the Saints’ current roster needs.
CSC Reacts Results: Will the Saints beat the Steelers in Paris?
A Canal Street Chronicles poll shows 60% of readers believe the New Orleans Saints will win the NFL’s first game in Paris against the Pittsburgh Steelers. A victory would lift the Saints to 3‑4, give them back‑to‑back wins for the first time this season, and provide a momentum boost before their Week 8 bye. Coach Kellen Moore hopes the win proves the team’s progress is sustainable, not just a fleeting bright spot amid early struggles.
If Saints win/lose vs. Steelers
The New Orleans Saints travel to Paris for a Week 7 showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers. A win would give the team its second straight victory, keep playoff hopes alive and pull them within a game of the NFC South lead, while also highlighting the NFL’s international push. A loss would erase the momentum from their recent 24‑point comeback effort against the Giants, drop them to 2‑5 and put the season on the brink before a showdown with the Browns after the bye. The article weighs these outcomes as the Saints aim to turn the tide in the Stade de France.
Our Defense vs. Their Offense: Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers’ offense, led by second‑year quarterback Aaron Rodgers and star receiver DK Metcalf, averages 320 yards and 22.8 points per game but struggles with pass protection, surrendering 19 sacks in six games. Running back Jaylen Warren offers a physical ground threat, yet the Saints’ defense—ranked near the bottom in both rushing (30th) and passing (20th) yards allowed—must tighten up to exploit the Steelers’ vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, the Saints’ pass‑rush ace Chase Young, tied for third with 5.5 sacks, aims to pressure Rodgers early. The clash hinges on whether Pittsburgh can establish a balanced attack before the Saints’ aggressive defense disrupts it.
Final Saints vs. Steelers Injury Report: Cesar Ruiz and Nathan Shepherd questionable
The Saints finish practice for their Week 7 Paris showdown against the Steelers on Oct. 25, but offensive lineman Cesar Ruiz (knee) and defensive tackle Nathan Shepherd (illness) are listed as questionable. Pittsburgh deals a bigger hit, with CB Ben Skowronek (calf) and WR Brandin Echols (hamstring) ruled out, and RB Rico Dowdle and safety DeShon Elliott both questionable with knee issues. This injury slate sets the stage for a high‑stakes clash at Stade de France.
New Orleans Saints News: Players grateful for extra time in Paris
The New Orleans Saints spent a week in Paris after their Sunday game, giving players extra time to acclimate to the European time zone before returning to the U.S. The trip, highlighted by a team‑posted photo of the players in France, is praised by the roster as a smart move for recovery. Meanwhile, the Saints enter Week 7 of the season after missing top linebacker prospects in the 2026 draft, but hope Kaden Elliss’s return will bolster a defense that still ranks poorly against both the run and pass.
Thursday’s Saints vs. Steelers Injury Report: C.J. Donaldson Full
The Saints finish Week 6 practice ahead of their Week 7 showdown in Paris versus the Steelers (Oct 25). Injury updates show OL Cesar Ruiz (knee) and K Daniel Carlson sit out, while LB Anfernee Jennings (knee) and LB Kaden Elliss (calf) are limited. RB Alvin Kamara is also limited with a back issue. On the healthy side, QB Tyler Shough (left hand), DT Nathan Shepherd (illness), CB Kool‑Aid McKinstry (head), RB CJ Donaldson (shoulder) and QB Spencer Rattler (knee) are full. Steelers injuries include DNPs Ben Skowronek (calf) and Brandin Echols (hamstring), with limited players Rico Dowdle (knee) and TJ Watt (calf).
Saints power rankings entering Week 7
The New Orleans Saints rebound with a 34‑27 road win over the New York Giants, snapping a three‑game skid and boosting their power‑ranking positions. NFL.com lifts them to #20 (up 7), Fox Sports and Bleacher Report to #24, CBS Sports and Sports Illustrated keep them at #26 and #25 respectively. Quarterback Tyler Shough, playing with broken bones in his non‑throwing hand, avoids any sacks, while the defense steadies after a chaotic first half. Coach Kellen Moore’s roster tweaks ahead of the upcoming Paris‑hosted matchup against the Steelers could further improve the Saints’ standing before their bye week.
Our Offense vs. Their Defense: Pittsburgh Steelers
The Canal Street Chronicles breaks down the Saints’ upcoming clash with the Steelers’ top‑10 defense. Led by T.J. Watt (4.5 sacks, a pick‑six) and Alex Highsmith, Pittsburgh ranks in the league’s elite for sacks (16) and turnover differential (+3). The Saints, averaging 224 passing yards but struggling with protection, face a unit that allows just 204 yards through the air and sacks opponents 2.7 times per game. While Pittsburgh’s rush defense (103.2 yards allowed) offers a slim edge over New Orleans’ 97.3‑yard ground game, the Saints must establish the run early and use motion to beat the pass rush. A potential debut from receiver Jordyn Tyson could add firepower, but the offensive line’s woes remain the key concern.
Saints Draft Position: Entering Week 7
Entering Week 7, the New Orleans Saints are projected to pick 12th overall in the 2027 NFL Draft after a recent win over the Giants. With linebacker depth concerns—Demario Davis left in free agency and Kaden Elliss injured—the Saints are eyeing Georgia’s standout LB Chris Cole, a 6‑foot‑3, fast, hard‑hitting OLB who excels in coverage and pass rush. They also need a true CB1; Clemson’s Ashton Hampton, who leads the nation in pass deflections and has shut down top receiver Malachi Toney, emerges as a potential first‑round steal. The article breaks down how both prospects could fill critical gaps in New Orleans’ defense.
New Orleans Saints News: Injury report is beginning to look better
The New Orleans Saints’ injury outlook improves as reports show key players like rookie guard Cesar Ruiz missed Wednesday’s practice but are expected to return soon. GM Mickey Loomis urges patience with the league’s tenth‑oldest roster, while the team enjoyed a unique practice session in France, highlighted by a humorous tweet from Alvin Kamara and Cam Jordan. The roundup also promotes the SB Nation app for live game chats and community interaction.
Wednesday’s Saints vs. Steelers Injury Report: Cesar Ruiz did not practice
The New Orleans Saints finish their first Week 7 practice ahead of the October 25 Paris showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Center Cesar Ruiz (No. 51) sits out the Wednesday session, while kicker Daniel Carlson is listed as personal/NIR. Linebackers Anfernee Jennings and Kaden Elliss, plus running backs CJ Donaldson and Alvin Kamara, are limited. Quarterback Tyler Shough, defensive tackle Nathan Shepherd and cornerback Kool‑Aid McKinstry are fully healthy. Steelers updates are still pending.
Saints CB Martin Emerson Jr. named NFC Defensive Player of the Week
New Orleans Saints cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. earns NFC Defensive Player of the Week honors after a breakout game in Week 6 against the New York Giants. Emerson helped the Saints secure a 34–27 win, contributing two of the team's four takeaways, including an interception and a forced fumble. The award marks the first Saints weekly conference accolade of the 2026 season and follows Emerson’s move from the Cleveland Browns, where he was a 2022 third‑round pick, to New Orleans in April. He now totals 13 tackles, two interceptions, four passes defended and a forced fumble in five games.
State of the NFC South: Week 6
Week 6 sees the NFC South splitting wins as Carolina climbs to 3‑2 while Tampa Bay slips to 1‑5. The Buccaneers blow a 16‑3 lead, losing to the Steelers in overtime as rookie QB Jalon Daniels and coach Todd Bowles face growing pressure. The Panthers capitalize on Jalen Hurts’ absence, beating the Eagles behind Bryce Young and Chuba Hubbard but still worry about pass defense. The Falcons rally from a 31‑7 deficit to fall 31‑23 to Chicago, needing to improve before facing the 49ers. Meanwhile, the Saints’ early fourth‑quarter exit of starters lets the Giants mount a near‑comeback, keeping Kellen Moore’s job in doubt.
Saints Rookie Report: Week 7 preview vs. the Steelers
The Saints enter Week 7 in Paris needing a win after a near‑disaster loss to the Giants, and rookie standouts could be the key. Wide receiver Jordyn Tyson, who traveled with the team, may finally see snaps and could eclipse Bryce Lance as the top rookie WR. Defensive tackle Christen Miller, who helped limit New York’s run game, will face Pittsburgh’s powerful rush led by Jaylen Warren. Rookie OG Jeremiah Wright impressed when he replaced an injured Cesar Ruiz, sparking the run game, and is slated to start. Other rookies—TE Oscar Delp, WR Barion Brown, RB CJ Donaldson, OT Mason Murphy, and DB Lorenzo Styles Jr.—each showed flashes that could impact the Steelers matchup.
New Orleans Saints News: Former Saints kicker suffers season ending injury
Former New Orleans Saints kicker suffers a season‑ending injury during his Las Vegas Rams debut, ending his 2026 campaign prematurely. The injury was reported on October 21, 2026, after the player’s first game with the Rams. The roundup also notes the Saints’ uneven win over the Falcons and a recent player trip to a PSG‑Barcelona Champions League match, but the kicker’s setback is the headline news.
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