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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 […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 4 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 4 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 4 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 9 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 6 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 4 reads

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 […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

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 […]

2 months ago | 2 reads

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. […]

2 months ago | 1 read

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 […]

2 months ago | 2 reads

Ups and downs from the Saints’ 2025 season

The 2025 NFL season didn’t go how we expected for the New Orleans Saints… kinda. We knew that New Orleans was going to be one of the bottom teams in terms of wins, but you won’t find a happier 6-win team. The Saints aren’t happy because they won six games, not in the slightest, but […]

2 months ago | 3 reads