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Saints hope to continue their recent success against the Giants Original
Oct. 14, 2026, 1:08 p.m. CT A reeling New Orleans Saints squad will try to get themselves back on track during a road trip to face the New York Giants in Week 6. For the 1-4 Saints, it will be their first road game since Week 2. They've dropped three consecutive games at home, with their only win being a Week 2 victory at the Baltimore Ravens. The Giants come in at 3-1-1, with all three of their wins coming at home. Sunday will be the 35th all-time meeting between the Saints and Giants.
Saints hope to continue their recent success against the Giants
Oct. 14, 2026, 1:08 p.m. CT A reeling New Orleans Saints squad will try to get themselves back on track during a road trip to face the New York Giants in Week 6. For the 1-4 Saints, it will be their first road game since Week 2. They've dropped three consecutive games at home, with their only win being a Week 2 victory at the Baltimore Ravens. The Giants come in at 3-1-1, with all three of their wins coming at home. Sunday will be the 35th all-time meeting between the Saints and Giants.
What the Saints are adding in free agent pickup Martin Emerson Jr.
April 30, 2026, 10:30 a.m. CT Cornerback was not a position that the New Orleans Saints addressed until the seventh round of the NFL Draft with the selection of TJ Hall out of Iowa. New Orleans was projected to draft a cornerback much earlier to replace the free agent loss of Alontae Taylor. After the draft, the Saints did address the need with the free agent signing of cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. on Tuesday.
Scouting Future Saints: Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard
Quarterback Tyler Shough had a marvelous rookie season for the New Orleans Saints last season. The Saints must now surround their young signal caller with more talent, especially at wide receiver. They are expected to do just that early in the 2026 NFL Draft. One early round option is Germie Bernard, the Alabama Crimson Tide talent. Wideout Chris Olave is coming off his best season. However, Devaughn Vele and Ja'Lynn Polk are both unproven at this stage and the team has little else at the position.
Former Saints Greats Giving Back Through Charity Fan Cruise
Many New Orleans Saints players have been extremely active within their community over the decades, both during their career and after their playing days are over. Nowhere has this been more evident than during the Original Geaux Black and Gold Celebrity Charity Fan Cruise. The cruise just concluded its 11th year with a trip leaving New Orleans to Cozumel, Mexico.
Saints Assistant Coach Derrick Foster Interviews For Cowboys Opening, Per Report Original
New Orleans Saints assistant coach Derrick Foster has reportedly been interviewed by the Dallas Cowboys for one of their staff openings. Todd Archer, who covers the Cowboys for ESPN NFL Nation, was the first to report the news on Thursday afternoon. Foster, 38, just completed his first year as Running Backs Coach for the Saints. According to Todd Archer, he was being interviewed for the same position with the Dallas Cowboys.
See Why Georgia's Top Edge Rushers Are Saints' Prime Picks in Recent Mock Drafts
Thanks to their 5-12 regular season record, the New Orleans Saints own the ninth overall selection in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. This is the first time that the Saints have drafted in the top 10 since 2008. With that choice, they picked USC defensive tackle Sedrick Ellis with the seventh overall pick. It's just the third time they've owned a top-10 selection in the last 20 years. The other time was in 2006, when USC RB Reggie Bush was drafted with the second overall choice.
Taking A Closer Look At Saints Head Coaching Candidate Kellen Moore
The New Orleans Saints have completed an in-person interview with Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore for their head coaching position. This was via an announcement from the team on Tuesday morning. New Orleans flew into Philadelphia to meet with Moore, who is in his first year with the team. The Eagles advanced to Super Bowl LIX with a 55-23 win over Washington in the NFC Championship game on Sunday. Moore, 36, is one of the hotter names in this year's coaching cycle.
BREAKING: Titans Expected To Hire Saints' Front Office Advisor Dave Ziegler As General Manager Original
The Tennessee Titans are expected to hire New Orleans Saints front office member Dave Ziegler. This was first revealed by Senior NFL reporter Albert Breer on Sunday afternoon, who reports that the Titans are finalizing a deal to make Ziegler their next general manager. Tennessee did not make a change at head coach this offseason. However, they were one of five teams to make a change at their general manager spot. Ran Carthon served as Tennessee's general manager for the last two years.
Breaking: Joe Brady Withdraws From Saints Coaching Consideration Original
The New Orleans Saints coaching search evidently took another hit on Saturday night. According to corresponding reports from Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, offensive coordinator Joe Brady has elected to remain with the Buffalo Bills. Brady's decision essentially means that he is pulling out of the Saints coaching search. New Orleans is the only team still looking for a head coach, barring unforeseen developments after this weekend's AFC and NFC Championship games.
ESPN Analyst Has Saints Going With Top-Tier Defender In Mock Draft Original
As a result of their 5-12 record this season, the New Orleans Saints own the 9th overall choice in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. This is the highest New Orleans has selected since drafting USC defensive tackle Sedrick Ellis with the seventh overall pick in the 2008 NFL Draft. In fact, the Saints have only had a Top-10 selection three previous times since the turn of this century.
Ex-Saints Coach Hired By Traditional College Football Powerhouse
Former New Orleans Saints defensive coordinator Rob Ryan has been hired as a defensive assistant at the University of Southern California. Ryan, 62, will reportedly be the linebackers coach for USC. A 27-year coaching veteran of the NFL, this will be Ryan's first collegiate job since he was defensive coordinator at Oklahoma State from 1997 to 1999. He had been a Senior defensive assistant for the Las Vegas Raiders since 2022.
Aaron Glenn Reportedly Set To Accept Jets Head Coach Position
The New Orleans Saints may not even be able to hold a second interview with perhaps their top coaching candidate. Aaron Glenn, defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, is reportedly nearing a deal to accept a job with the New York Jets. Glenn, 52, is one of the top candidates on the market this offseason. Once the Lions were eliminated from the playoffs last weekend, it freed Glenn and offensive coordinator Ben Johnson up to interview in-person with interested teams.
Former Saints Advance To Conference Championship Games Original
Several former Saints are in a position to affect the outcome of both the AFC and NFC Championship Games next weekend. In this story: The New Orleans Saints finished the 2024-25 season with a 5-12 record. It was their worst finish since 2005 and marked the fourth straight year without a postseason appearance. That's their longest stretch since a five-year span from 2001 to 2005.
Breaking: Saints Former Head Coach Expected To Land With New Bears Staff
Former New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen will apparently not be unemployed for long. A Monday report has Allen expected to land with a new team this week. ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter reports that Allen is the leading candidate to be hired by the Chicago Bears as their next defensive coordinator. Chicago closed quickly on their new coach, hiring Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson for the role. This was first reported by the Detroit Free Press on Monday afternoon.
NFL Report: Top Coaching Candidate Expected To Visit With New Orleans Saints This Week
New Orleans Saints coaching news is beginning to heat up. On Monday morning, it was reported that the Saints will have second interviews with Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka and Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver this week for their head coaching vacancy. Monday afternoon saw another new development. Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reports that New Orleans are also expected to have an in-person interview with Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn.
NFL Coaching Report: Saints To Schedule Second Interviews With 2 Candidates
The New Orleans Saints could move closer to making a coaching hire soon. On Monday morning, Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network reports that the Saints will conduct second interviews with two candidates this week. • Mike Kafka • Anthony Weaver According to Pelissero, Kafka, the offensive coordinator for the New York Giants, will have his second interview with New Orleans on Tuesday. Weaver, the defensive coordinator for the Miami Dolphins, will reportedly have his second on Wednesday.
Why Lions Playoff Exit Should Not Affect Aaron Glenn's Coaching Candidacy Original
The New Orleans Saints have been identified as one of the top potential head coaching destinations for Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. New Orleans fired coach Dennis Allen after a 2-7 start. They finished with an overall record of 5-12 after replacing Allen with special teams coordinator Darren Rizzi. Glenn, 52, is one of six candidates that the Saints have conducted official interviews with.
NFC South Report: Falcons Expected To Hire New Defensive Coordinator
The New Orleans Saints are still searching for their new head coach. Along with that will likely come wholesale staff changes. Barring any surprises, the Saints will be the only NFC South team to make a head coaching change this offseason. That being said, there will be some staff changes among the other NFC South squads. One of those will be with the Saints chief rival, the Atlanta Falcons.
Saints Expected To Hold Virtual Coaching Interview With Kellen Moore
The New Orleans Saints coaching search continues, as they set up more interviews through this weekend. Nick Underhill of neworleans.football reports that the Saints are expected to conduct a virtual interview with Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore on Saturday. Moore is one of the most popular coaching candidates on the market, being pursued by several teams. For the Saints, he's the sixth coach that's been officially interviewed in some capacity.
NFL Free Agency: 3 Of Their Own That The Saints Should Consider Re-Signing Original
The New Orleans Saints are facing a ton of crucial offseason decisions. New Orleans finished 5-12 this season, their worst record since 2005. They fired coach Dennis Allen after a 2-7 start on the path to missing the playoffs for a fourth consecutive season. Obviously, the first thing the Saints need to do is make the right hire at head coach.
Saints Complete Virtual Interview With Joe Brady For Head Coaching Position Original
The New Orleans Saints have completed a virtual interview with Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady, according to a team announcement on Friday evening. According to NFL rules, a coaching candidate with a playoff team can only be virtually interviewed through this weekend. Brady's Bills will host the Baltimore Ravens in the Divisional Playoffs this Sunday evening. Buffalo won the AFC East with a 13-4 record and is the second seed in the AFC.
Saints Coach Darren Rizzi: New Potential Landing Spot Emerges Original
Darren Rizzi finished the 2024-25 season as the interim coach for the New Orleans Saints. When Dennis Allen was fired after a 2-7 start, Rizzi was promoted from special teams coordinator to the top spot. The Saints won their first two games and three of their first four under Rizzi. Ultimately, Rizzi's record was 3-5 down the stretch as the Saints finished with a 5-12 record. However, Rizzi is the only one of five interim coaches in franchise history to win more than one game at the helm.
PFF Identifies SEC Edge Rusher As 'Perfect Fit' For Saints
The New Orleans Saints ranked 30th in total defense this past season. It was a steep plummet for a unit that had ranked among the best in the league nearly every year since 2018. The Saints were awful in nearly every category, ranking 27th against the pass and 31st against the run. There were failures at every level of the Saints defense this year. Probably the biggest disappointment was along the defensive line.
Player Decisions At Penn State May Affect Saints Draft Strategy
The New Orleans Saints have a lot of needs as they'll enter the 2025 NFL Draft. It's impossible to accurately project what the New Orleans draft strategy will be until the team hires a new head coach. However, it's obvious from the Saints 5-12 finish that they have pressing needs at several spots. One school that isn't likely to figure heavily in the New Orleans draft plans now is the Penn State Nittany Lions.
NFL Report: Colts To Interview Former Saint Dennis Allen For Coaching Position
The New Orleans Saints fired head coach Dennis Allen after a 2-7 start to this season. Allen had been head coach of the Saints since 2022, taking over for Sean Payton after he resigned following the 2021 campaign. Over his tenure as head coach in New Orleans, Allen's teams had a collective 18-25 record. Allen was also head coach for the Oakland Raiders from 2012 to 2014. His Raiders teams had an 8-28 record, giving Allen a .329 winning percentage in 79 total games as a head coach.
Hidden Gem? One Under-The-Radar Coaching Candidate That The Saints Could Consider
The New Orleans Saints are one of five NFL teams currently looking for a head coach. Barring an added surprise, the rest of the list includes the Chicago Bears, New York Jets, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Raiders. The New England Patriots hired Mike Vrabel on Sunday, eliminating one open spot. A consistent interview list has developed for all five teams. New Orleans themselves have either interviewed or are lined up to talk to the majority of this list.
NFL Statistics: A Look At How The Saints Defense Ranked This Season Original
Sunday's 27-19 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers left the New Orleans Saints with a 5-12 record to finish the 2024-25 season. The Saints will have the ninth overall selection in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. New Orleans performed poorly in nearly every facet of the game most of this season. The offensive performances were tainted because of an unbelievable amount of injuries that crippled the unit. Defensively was a far different story.
Breaking News: Jets Seek Interview with Saints' Coach Darren Rizzi Original
On Tuesday afternoon, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reported that the New York Jets have requested permission to interview New Orleans Saints interim head coach Darren Rizzi. The interview will be for their head coaching vacancy. Rizzi, 54, took over as New Orleans head coach when the team fired Dennis Allen after a 2-7 start. He has been with the team since 2019, serving as special teams coordinator for one of the best units in the NFL.
New Orleans Saints Announce Reserve/Future Deals, Per Team Report Original
The New Orleans Saints had their 2024-25 season end with a 27-19 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. New Orleans finished with a record of 5-12, missing the postseason for a fourth straight year. Saints Head Coach Interview Tracker: Rumors, Buzz, Requests and More On Monday, Executive Vice President and General Manager Mickey Loomis announced that the following players have been signed to reserve/future deals by the team.
Saints Request Permission To Interview Two Offensive Assistants For Head Coaching Vacancy
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Report: Saints Requesting Interview With Anthony Weaver For Head Coaching Spot Original
The New Orleans Saints requested permission to interview Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver for their open head coaching spot. Dianna Russini of The Athletic was the first to report the New Orleans request on Monday afternoon. Saints Head Coach Interview Tracker: Rumors, Buzz, Requests and More The Saints are expected to conduct a wide range of interviews for their head coaching vacancy.
BREAKING: Saints Request Permission To Interview Two Offensive Assistants For Head Coaching Vacancy
On Monday, the New Orleans Saints put in a formal request to interview Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore for their vacant head coaching position. This was first reported by Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network. The Saints also put in a request on Monday to interview Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady. This was initially reported by Dianna Russini of The Athletic.
Saints Add Tra Fluellen To Defensive Backfield
The New Orleans Saints have reportedly signed safety Tra Fluellen on Monday morning. Fluellen's representatives at Tri Sports Agency initially announced the transaction on social media. It remains unclear whether Fluellen has been signed to the Saints' active roster or the practice squad. A rookie out of Middle Tennessee State, Fluellen was not selected in this past spring's NFL Draft.
BREAKING: Saints Assistant Coach Grantham Reportedly Leaving For Collegiate Position Original
New Orleans Saints defensive assistant Todd Grantham will reportedly be leaving the team to join the Oklahoma State Cowboys after this season. Grantham, 58, is in his second season with the Saints. On Sunday, PokesReport.com was the first to report that Grantham was going to be hired as defensive coordinator at Oklahoma State. Current Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy recently agreed to an unusual restructuring of his contract that ended a contractual standoff and rumors about his job status.
Key Factors To Watch In Week 14's Saints vs. Giants Matchup
The New Orleans Saints have their first road trip in over a month when they travel to take on the New York Giants for a Week 14 matchup. They'll enter with a 4-8 record after last week's defeat to the Rams, their first loss in three games under interim coach Darren Rizzi. New York counters with a 2-10 record. Last playing on Thanksgiving, the Giants have lost seven straight and are tied for the NFL's worst record.
Could Young Saints Make A Comeback For Giants Matchup?
No NFL team has been crippled more by injuries this season, or possibly in any year, than the New Orleans Saints. Several starters or key contributors have missed large chunks of action this year. Cornerback Paulson Adebo and WR Rashid Shaheed were both lost for the season before the midway point. Wideout Chris Olave has missed the last three games with a concussion. With multiple concussions this year, Olave may also (wisely) choose to sit out the rest of the season.
NFL Transactions: Saints Re-Sign Two Players To Practice Squad On Tuesday Original
The New Orleans Saints have brought back two familiar faces to their practice squad. On Tuesday, the Saints announced that they have re-signed safety Millard Bradford and offensive lineman Sincere Haynesworth. Bradford, 25, is an undrafted rookie out of TCU. He was signed by New Orleans after the draft and was with the team throughout training camp. Despite a solid preseason, Bradford was among the team's final cuts.
NFL Pro Bowl Update: Saints Own One Of The Top Vote-Getters In NFC
It hasn't been the greatest of seasons for the New Orleans Saints. At 4-8, the Saints are on the verge of being eliminated from the playoff race for a fourth straight season. That would be their longest stretch without a postseason appearance since five years from 2001 to 2005. There haven't been many bright spots for New Orleans in 2024. Running back Alvin Kamara has certainly been one. Kamara has 894 yards rushing and 450 more as a receiver on a team-high 59 catches.
NFL Week 13 Showdown: Key Factors That Could Decide Rams vs. Saints Original
The New Orleans Saints will try to extend their winning streak to three games when they host the Los Angeles Rams in the Superdome this afternoon. New Orleans, 4-7, won their first two games under interim coach Darren Rizzi before last week's bye. The Rams enter this game with a 5-6 record. After starting the year 1-4, Los Angeles went on a three-game winning streak before dropping two of their last three, including last week at home against the Eagles.
Saints vs. Rams: How The New Orleans Defense Shapes Up Against The Los Angeles Attack Original
A look at how the Saints defense matches up against the Rams offense in a vital Week 13 showdown. In this story: The 4-7 New Orleans Saints host the 5-6 Los Angeles Rams as part of the later slate of Sunday's matchups. Since Darren Rizzi replaced a fired Dennis Allen, the Saints have won two games going into last week's bye. Los Angeles lost last week at home against the Eagles, their third defeat in three weeks.
NFL Injury Report: Saints Without Key Players Against Rams Original
Coming off their bye week, the New Orleans Saints will host the Los Angeles Rams in a later afternoon kickoff this Sunday. The Saints come in with a 4-7 record, winning their first two games with interim coach Darren Rizzi. The Rams enter with a 5-7 mark, losing to Philadelphia last week and dropping two of their last three contests. It's an important matchup for each team, with the winner clinging to at least a chance to climb back into the NFC playoff chase.
Why The Saints-Rams Rivalry Still Electrifies Fans! Original
Some of the most memorable home moments in an underrated and unusual Saints-Rams rivalry. In this story: The New Orleans Saints return from a bye week to square off against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday inside the Caesars Superdome. New Orleans comes in with a 4-7 record after winning two straight under interim coach Darren Rizzi. The Rams are 5-6 after losing two of their last three, including last week at home against the Eagles. This game renews a long rivalry between these franchises.
Saints vs. Rams: Estimated Thanksgiving Injury Report For Week 13 Clash Original
Week 13 of NFL action includes the New Orleans Saints taking on the Los Angeles Rams. The week kicked off with a Thanksgiving triple-header of the Detroit Lions-Chicago Bears, Dallas Cowboys-New York Giants, and Green Bay Packers-Miami Dolphins. Black Friday will give us a Kansas City Chiefs-Las Vegas Raiders matchup. New Orleans, 4-7, is coming off a bye after winning two straight under interim head coach Darren Rizzi.
Saints DT Nathan Shepherd Wins NFL Appeal Original
In Week 8 this season, New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Nathan Shepherd was penalized and ultimately fined by the NFL for an unnecessary roughness call on Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert. New Orleans would lose that game by a score of 26-8. The play happened at the 7:45 mark of the second quarter. Herbert completed a 10-yard pass to RB J.K. Dobbins.
NFL Matchups: Comparing The Saints Offense Against The Rams Defense Original
After a Week 12 bye, the 4-7 New Orleans Saints return to action this week when they host the 5-6 Los Angeles Rams. It will be the third straight home game for the Saints, who won both contests under interim head coach Darren Rizzi before their bye. Los Angeles started their year losing four of their first five outings. They went on a bit of a winning streak before a recent slippage, dropping two of their last three.
Saints Announce Edge Rusher's Return To Practice
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly. You should upgrade or use an alternative browser. Admin New Orleans Saints defensive end Tanoh Kpassagnon (92) / Stephen Lew-Imagn Images After struggling for most of this season, the Saints could get an underrated defender back in action soon By Bob Rose - Saints News Network | SI The New Orleans Saints may get another addition to their defensive front soon.
Saints Players Who Missed The Mark, But Need To Thrive After The Bye Original
The New Orleans Saints came into the 2024-25 season with some heightened expectations from previous years. They returned a defense many thought to be among the better units in the league and re-tooled the offensive coaching staff to better take advantage of some talented playmakers. Two resounding victories to start the year heightened those expectations.
Saints Defensive MVP Debate: Who Deserves The Title At The Bye? Original
There haven't been many things to be excited about regarding the New Orleans Saints this season. This is especially true on the defensive side of the ball, where the Saints were expected to be one of the top units in the league. Entering their Week 12 bye, the Saints rank 31st in total defense and 20th in points allowed. New Orleans is a lowly 29th in pass defense, 25th against the run, and last in average yards per carry.
State Of The NFC South: What To Watch For As We Enter Week 12 Original
Entering the 2024-25 NFL season, most national pundits ranked the NFC South as the NFL's weakest division. Strong 2-0 starts by the New Orleans Saints and Tampa Bay Buccaneers had some rethinking those protections, but each squad had struggles over the next several weeks as the Atlanta Falcons took control of the standings. Going into Week 12, the division isn't the worst in the league, but it isn't far off.
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