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Why Saints QB Tyler Shough should win Offensive Rookie of the Year
When the New Orleans Saints drafted quarterback Tyler Shough out of Louisville in the second round of the 2025 NFL draft many were left scratching their heads. Shough was 26 years old and had completed just one full season of college football in a six-year career and was rarely seen with a second-round grade on […]
Former Saints quarterback selected in 2026 UFL Draft
On Friday, January 9, quarterback Hunter Dekkers was selected by the United Football League’s Houston Gamblers during the first phase of the association’s multi-stage draft. Less than one year ago, Dekkers found himself going undrafted in the 2025 NFL Draft, but will now have an opportunity for a fresh start with a new team in […]
Fleur-de-Links, January 14: A Saints rookie is in the ROTY race
Saints QB Tyler Shough nominated for NFL Rookie of the Year Will Shough win it? Examining Saints’ WR Room, Including Forgotten Trade Pickup The Saints may have a potentially great backup already on the roster, and he didn’t play this past season. Saints legend Cam Jordan schools Tyler Shough on New Orleans’ must-try restaurants A […]
Saints QB Tyler Shough nominated for NFL Rookie of the Year
The NFL announced today the six finalists for the 2025 Pepsi Zero Sugar NFL Rookie of the Year award and New Orleans quarterback Tyler Shough is on the list alongside Giants QB Jaxson Dart, Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson, Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty, Panthers WR Tetairoa McMillan, and Browns LB Carson Schwesinger Shough recorded the highest completion […]
Updated 2026 NFL Draft order: Current 1st-round picks after the wild card round
The New Orleans Saints already know where they will be drafting in 2026, but for the playoff teams, some of the first spots were solidified after last night’s game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Houston Texans. Here is the new first-round draft order. Updated 2026 NFL Draft order What the Saints can do at #8 […]
Why the Eagles’ playoff woes matter for the Saints
When Kellen Moore last stepped off the field as the offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles, he did so as a Super Bowl champion. But while he remains where he was that day – in the Caesars Superdome, albeit in different colors – the Eagles are in rather unfamiliar territory, having dropped their first home […]
Fleur-de-Links, January 13: A division preview heading into the offseason
Final State of the NFC South for the 2025 season Who could win the division next season? UFL’s Houston Gamblers draft former Saints backup quarterback After being on and off the roster all preseason, a former Saints QB has a new home. One Dream Trade Target For Tyler Shough, Saints Offense Could a disgruntled WR […]
Steelers vs. Texans: Wild Card Open Thread
The Pittsburgh Steelers host the Houston Texans in the final game of the Wild Card round. This game will see Aaron Rodgers face the AFC’s best defense in what could be his final game. This matchup could make for a great end to the Wild Card round of the 2026 NFL Playoffs! AFC Wild Card […]
Final State of the NFC South for the 2025 season
What a weird season for the NFC South, but in the end, the Carolina Panthers were the division winners. Now, going into the offseason, all four of these teams have tough work to do this offseason, so let’s start the preview. Tampa Bay Buccaneers This was a very disappointing season for the Buccaneers. Instead of […]
Saints LB Demario Davis, Devoted Dreamers Foundation and The 18th Ward team up to host flag football tryouts
New Orleans Saints LB Demario Davis and his Devoted Dreamers Foundation have teamed up with The 18th Ward in New Orleans to host flag football tryouts on Tuesday, January 13, and Thursday, January 15, 2026, at City Park. The program is free and open to boys and girls aged 8 to 14 during spring and […]
Fleur-de-Links, January 12: A coaching change option for the Saints
Saints wide receiver Chris Olave named to AP’s 2025 All-Pro second-team Offense Hopefully, the first of many All-Pro teams for Olave. Saints should make a run at Ravens special teams coach Chris Horton A needed upgrade in the coaching staff. What are the next steps for Saints QB Tyler Shough? There’s one clear area to […]
Patriots vs. Chargers: Wild Card Open Thread
The New England Patriots host the Los Angeles Chargers in the third of three Wild Card playoff games today. The Pats make their first appearance back in the playoffs since the end of the Brady/Belichick era, while the Bolts are looking to avoid another disappointing playoff exit. This matchup should make for a good end […]
Eagles vs. 49ers: Wild Card Open Thread
The Philadelphia Eagles host the San Francisco 49ers in the second of three Wild Card playoff games today. This is a matchup of the two NFC Champions over the past three years. This matchup should be a good way to continue the second day of the 2026 NFL Playoffs! NFC Wild Card Game #6 San […]
Jaguars vs. Bills: Wild Card Open Thread
The Jacksonville Jaguars host the Buffalo Bills in the first of three Wild Card playoff games today. Buffalo enters this game as a slight road favorite, while Jacksonville comes in as the AFC South Champion with a chip on their shoulder. This matchup should be a fun start to the second day of the 2026 […]
Saints wide receiver Chris Olave named to AP’s 2025 All-Pro second-team Offense
New Orleans Saints’ wide receiver Chris Olave has been named a member of the 2025 AP NFL All-Pro Second-Team Offense. The recognition comes after the star wideout burst onto the scene as the top pass catcher in New Orleans with career highs across the board in his fourth year in the league. While this marks […]
Bears vs. Packers: Wild Card Open Thread
The Chicago Bears host the Green Bay Packers in the second of two Wild Card playoff games today. These two NFC North arch-rivals have the longest-standing rivalry in the NFL and the next chapter continues here. These teams split the season series, including a Game of the Year contender in Week 16, but this rubber […]
Panthers vs. Rams: Wild Card Open Thread
The Carolina Panthers host the Los Angeles Rams in the first of two Wild Card playoff games today. Carolina enters this game having backed into the NFC South title, while Los Angeles dropped from first in the NFC to fifth, by losing two of their last three games. This is a rematch of one of […]
Canal Street Chronicles: NFL Playoffs Bold Predictions
The NFL playoffs are here and this weekend, there are 6 games being played today through Monday between the Rams vs. Panthers and Packers vs. Bears (today), Bills vs. Jaguars, 49ers vs. Eagles, Chargers vs. Patriots (tomorrow) and Texans vs. Steelers on Monday. The Broncos and Seahawks, who are the #1 seeds in each conference […]
New Orleans Saints’ 2025 draft class in review
With the 2025 NFL regular season now come and gone, and playoffs will be ramping up soon for those teams fortunate enough to clinch spots in the postseason. However, for those teams and players that have since wrapped up play for this year, another season has passed, and the rookies’ inaugural time in the league […]
Fleur-de-Links, January 10: Could a former Saints coach become the Giants next head coach
Saints Final 2025 power ranking Where did the Saints end up after an excellent month of December? Former Saints interim coach interviewing for vacant Giants job Could Rizzi be headed back home to New Jersey? 3 Free Agents Saints Should Absolutely Try To Sign A free agent preview for New Orleans.
College Football Playoff: 2026 Peach Bowl Open Thread
The #1 Indiana Hoosiers (14-0) face the #5 Oregon Ducks (13-1) in the CFP semifinals. The winner moves on to the 2026 CFP National Championship Game in Miami on January 19th. These two universities have been near the top of their conference for two years now, and they should have a fantastic game in this […]
SB Nation Reacts Results: How confident are you that the Saints are headed in the right direction and how would you grade their 2025 season?
The 2025 New Orleans Saints season is over and while some teams are looking toward the playoffs, the Saints are already looking to build upon the momentum they had at the end of the season even finishing 6-11. In a rebuild year, they have started to build a pretty solid foundation with Kellen Moore, who […]
NFL Playoff Picks 2026: Wild Card Weekend
The 2026 NFL Playoffs are upon us, and unfortunately, the New Orleans Saints are once again not among this year’s playoff field. Even without the Saints in the playoffs this year, there are quite a few players to root for, and teams to root against. We certainly have some interesting matchups this weekend, so let’s take a look at […]
Saints Final 2025 power ranking
NFL.com – 23 (=) “The Saints became far more competitive down the stretch in Kellen Moore’s first season, showing tangible growth with the move to QB Tyler Shough and finishing the campaign as a surprisingly effective team on defense. The four-game win streak was snapped by Week 18’s loss to Atlanta, one that highlighted some real issues on special teams. […]
What would an extension for Chris Olave look like for the Saints?
Fourth-year New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave is coming off a career season, logging 100 receptions for 1,163 yards and 9 touchdowns. Olave started the year off slowly. While getting plenty of targets, he failed to reach 100 receiving yards in a game until Week 10, and the big plays were missing from his […]
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