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Former NFL player Richard Sherman arrested on suspicion of DUI, authorities in Washington state say
February 24, 2024 7:06 PM
SEATTLE (AP) — Former NFL player Richard Sherman was arrested early Saturday on suspicion of driving under the influence, according to the Washington State Patrol. No other details about the arrest were immediately available, said Trooper Rick Johnson, a patrol spokesperson. A spokesperson for the King County Prosecutor’s... more » -
Seimone Augustus, Drew Brees among 2024 inductees into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame
September 27, 2023 11:45 AM
Legends Seimone Augustus and Drew Brees are among the nine newest members of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame inducted into the class of 2024. The Hall of Fame announced its newest members Wednesday. Augustus and Brees will join big names such as Billy Cannon, Les Miles, and Shaquille... more » -
Cam Jordan extends contract with New Orleans Saints through the 2025 season
August 4, 2023 9:08 AM
NEW ORLEANS - Cam Jordan is here to stay with the New Orleans Saints after signing a multi-million dollar deal. The deal, announced Friday morning, would be a $27.5-million contract extension that will keep Jordan in New Orleans through the 2025 season. "I couldn't see myself being anywhere... more » -
Former LSU Tiger, NFL tight end declares big win in fight against cancer
July 4, 2023 11:01 AM
BATON ROUGE - A former LSU football standout who went on to play in the NFL says the cancer he was diagnosed with earlier this year is in full remission. Foster Moreau announced the good news on Twitter. After a few tumultuous months, I’ve been blessed with... more » -
The Fleur-De-Lis Report: Last chance for struggling Saints to make a playoff push against rival Buccaneers
December 4, 2022 1:16 PM
The New Orleans Saints (4-8) are back in primetime this Monday night taking on heated division rival, The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-6). For the Saints, this is virtually their last chance at a possible division crown and a playoff spot. A loss would all but eliminate them from postseason contention.... more » -
The Fleur-De-Lis Report: Saints may have finally found an offensive identity behind Alvin Kamara and Taysom Hill
October 16, 2022 10:55 AM
The New Orleans Saints (2-3) welcome Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals (2-3) for a highly anticipated week 6 game inside the Superdome. Last week, the Saints escaped with a much-needed win against the Seahawks thanks to Taysom Hill's and Alvin Kamara's incredible performances. Now, they look to extend that... more » -
The Fleur-De-Lis Report: Saints take on the Seahawks in a must-win week 5 game to potentially save their season
October 9, 2022 11:05 AM
This week, the New Orleans Saints (1-3) are back home taking on the Seattle Seahawks (2-2). The Saints have a lot at stake going into this game as they sit alone at the bottom of the NFC South. A win today will help keep them on pace within the division... more » -
The Fleur-De-Lis Report: Andy Dalton expected to take over at quarterback as the teetering Saints face the Vikings in London
October 1, 2022 12:33 PM
The New Orleans Saints (1-2) are in London for week 4 taking on the Minnesota Vikings (2-1). The team is in disarray coming off two bad losses as injuries and offensive inefficiencies have proven to be quite the challenge. Now, after a setback from starter Jameis Winston, the coaching staff... more » -
Edwards to travel to London to watch Saints play, meet with business leaders
September 27, 2022 6:39 PM
BATON ROUGE – Gov. John Bel Edwards will head to England on Wednesday to watch the New Orleans Saints play during the weekend and to meet with executives of energy and insurance companies, his office said. "Following his arrival Thursday morning in London, the governor will join the delegation... more » -
The Fleur-De-Lis Report: Jameis Winston and the Saints aim to bounce back against the Panthers in Week Three
September 25, 2022 10:33 AM
The New Orleans Saints (1-1) are on the road today taking on their third division rival in three weeks, the Carolina Panthers (0-2). The Saints’ offense has struggled to generate much of anything these first two games and now they will look to right the ship against a winless Panthers... more » -
The Fleur-De-Lis Report: Saints look to clean up last week's miscues ahead of week two game against Tom Brady and the Buccaneers
September 18, 2022 10:03 AM
The New Orleans Saints are back home in the Dome taking on Tom Brady and the Tampa Buccaneers in week two. Last week, the Saints escaped Atlanta with a win despite being down 16 points in the fourth quarter. Much of this week’s practice focused on cleaning up several areas... more » -
The Fleur-De-Lis Report: Saints Enter the Season With High Expectations as They Play the Falcons in Week One
September 11, 2022 11:01 AM
The New Orleans Saints kick off the 2022-2023 season on the road against long-time division rival, The Atlanta Falcons. Expectations going into the new season are high given this talented new look roster. Saints fans are hopeful the team can make a return to the postseason but it all starts... more » -
The Fleur-De-Lis Report: Breaking Down This Week's Trades, Cuts and Roster Moves as the Saints Establish a New Team Identity
September 4, 2022 11:24 AM
The preseason is over and the New Orleans Saints now have their sights set on the Atlanta Falcons for week one of the regular season. Head Coach Dennis Allen had to make bold decisions this week regarding the team’s 53-man roster, including parting ways with one of the team’s most... more » -
The Fleur-De-Lis Report: Recapping a Busy Week of Practice and a Triumphant Conclusion to the Preseason
August 28, 2022 11:45 AM
It was a busy week of New Orleans Saints football as the coaching staff got a better grip on the final 53-man roster. The team closed out the preseason Friday night very strong, giving fans a lot to look forward to ahead of the regular season. ROSTER MOVES ... more » -
The Fleur-De-Lis Report: Roster Moves, Joint Practice in Green Bay, and Preseason Week 2
August 21, 2022 11:28 AM
The New Orleans Saints were in Green Bay this week for joint practice sessions and the preseason week 2 game against the Packers. Ahead of the two-day practice sessions, the team announced a series of roster moves in time for the first round of roster cuts. ROSTER MOVES ... more » -
The Fleur-De-Lis Report: Offseason, Training Camp, and Breakdown of Preseason Week 1
August 14, 2022 11:17 AM
It’s a brand new era for the New Orleans Saints. For the first time in 17 years, the team will go to battle without both its future Hall of Fame quarterback and Super Bowl winning head coach. Last season was quite the adjustment moving on from Drew Brees. The team... more » -
Saints will travel to London in 2022
February 28, 2022 10:17 AM
NEW ORLEANS - The Saints will play one of their games overseas this coming NFL season. The league unveiled this week the teams which will play in its annual series of international games. This season will mark the Saints' third trip to London. The @saints are back... more » -
As Payton steps aside, winningest Saints coach reflects on 2006, post-Katrina season Play Video
January 25, 2022 11:14 PM
NEW ORLEANS - Saints Head Coach Sean Payton arrived in New Orleans at one of its lowest points, when the city and its residents had been brought to their knees by Hurricane Katrina. In that first season back in the Superdome, Payton slowly learned how crucial the team was to... more » -
'I don't know what's next': Sean Payton stepping down as Saints coach
January 25, 2022 1:50 PM
NEW ORLEANS - Sean Payton, who helped rebuild the Saints organization after Hurricane Katrina and led the franchise to its first-ever Super Bowl win, has told the team he's leaving after 15 seasons in New Orleans. Payton held a news conference Tuesday afternoon where he made the announcement official,... more » -
Family says former Saints player Glenn Foster died by strangulation
December 17, 2021 11:53 AM
NEW ORLEANS - Family members of Glenn Foster, who died in police custody in Alabama, say an independent autopsy shows the former Saints player died by strangulation. Attorney Ben Crump released a statement Friday sharing the results of the examination ordered by the family. "Glenn Foster Jr.'s death,... more » -
Former Saints player dies in police custody in Alabama
December 7, 2021 2:18 PM
REFORM, Ala. - Former Saints defensive lineman Glenn Foster Jr. died in police custody after he was arrested following a high-speed chase in Alabama. WWLTV reports Foster, 31, died Monday. The Pickens County Coroner's Office said his cause of death is still pending an autopsy. Foster was arrested... more » -
HBCU Legacy Bowl Career Fair planned for February 2022
November 11, 2021 8:41 AM
NEW ORLEANS - The Black College Football Hall of Fame announced Thursday the establishment of the HBCU Legacy Bowl Career Fair, presented by the New Orleans Saints. The HBCU Legacy Bowl Career Fair is a free, public event that will be held February 17 - 18 at the Hyatt... more » -
Saints kicker Cody Parkey placed on injured reserve after one game
October 12, 2021 2:00 PM
NEW ORLEANS - Less than a week after the Saints picked up free agent Cody Parkey, the kicker is going on injured reserve. Reports said Parkey injured his groin during pregame in Washington this past weekend. #Saints K Cody Parkey, who injured his groin pregame and tried... more » -
Saints-Cardinals game canceled Saturday due to Hurricane Ida
August 27, 2021 10:57 AM
UPDATE: The Saints announced Friday that the game is canceled. UPDATE: due to the impending impact of Hurricane Ida, the Saints-Cardinals game has been canceled https://t.co/q5RTCdQCuV — New Orleans Saints (@Saints) August 27, 2021 ------ NEW ORLEANS - The New Orleans Saints announced a change... more » -
Saints reverse course, will offer ticket refunds over vaccine mandate
August 19, 2021 11:09 AM
NEW ORLEANS - The Saints announced Thursday a temporary change to its ticket refund policy, allowing fans who won't go to games because of the vaccine mandate to request a refund. Just a day earlier, the team told local news outlets that it would not offer refunds to those... more » -
New Orleans Saints player Deonte Harris arrested on suspicion of DUI
July 29, 2021 9:38 AM
BALTIMORE COUNTY, Maryland - A 23-year-old New Orleans Saints wide receiver was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol in his home state of Maryland earlier this month, according to NOLA.com . The news outlet identified the All-Pro punt returner as Deonte Harris and said Harris... more » -
Mercedes-Benz deal with Saints ends, letters taken off Superdome
July 15, 2021 7:08 PM
NEW ORLEANS - Crews took down the letters spelling out 'Mercedes-Benz' on the Superdome Thursday as the stadium seeks a new sponsor. The famed stadium's 10-year deal with the German carmaker came to an end this year after striking up the $5-6 million a year agreement in 2011. Now,... more » -
Saints announce schedule for 2021 training camp
July 14, 2021 7:40 AM
NEW ORLEANS — Tickets for Saints Training camp will be available starting next week, with practices opening to the public starting on July 30, according to WWL-TV . Saints officials say fans can reserve tickets at NewOrleansSaints.com. Season ticket holders will be able to secure tickets on July 21.... more » -
Governor signs bill requiring national anthem at Louisiana sporting events
June 16, 2021 5:24 PM
BATON ROUGE - Governor John Bel Edwards signed legislation this week that will require the national anthem before sporting events. Effective on Aug. 1, the law will mandate the playing of the anthem before any competitive athletic event held in a venue that is funded in any way by... more » -
Disney, NFL team up for new t-shirt collection
April 22, 2021 7:24 AM
Ahead of the upcoming 2021 National Football League Draft, the NFL and Disney Company have partnered with Junk Food Clothing to create a collection of NFL team-themed apparel that features popular characters from Star Wars, the Marvel universe, and other classic Disney characters. Fans will be able to sport... more » -
Kevin James to star as Saints coach Sean Payton in upcoming movie
April 12, 2021 11:42 AM
NEW ORLEANS - Comedian Adam Sandler's production company is working with Netflix to produce a comedy based on New Orleans Saints Head Coach Sean Payton and his 2012 suspension from the NFL. According to NBC Sports' Peter King , actor Kevin James will play Payton in the film 'Home... more » -
Report: Saints close to deal with Caesars for Superdome naming rights
March 24, 2021 2:36 PM
NEW ORLEANS - The Superdome will have a new name this year. According to WWL-TV, the New Orleans Saints will soon close a deal with Caesars Entertainment, Inc., known for its popular Las Vegas casino and locally as the owner of Harrah's, for a 20-year agreement to the building's... more » -
Saints agree on terms for one year contract with Jameis Winston
March 15, 2021 10:37 PM
The New Orleans Saints announced that they have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with QB Jameis Winston. The announcement was made by Saints Executive Vice President/General Manager Mickey Loomis. Winston appeared in four regular season games in relief in 2020, completing 7-of-11 passes for 75 yards. The... more » -
Drew Brees reveals his next career move
March 15, 2021 10:34 AM
Legendary Saints quarterback Drew Brees has already outlined the trajectory of the next chapter in his outstanding career. According to WWL-TV , the retired star announced Monday (March 15) that he will be joining NBC Sports as a studio analyst for Football Night in America and a game analyst... more » -
QB Russell Wilson open to playing in New Orleans
February 25, 2021 2:51 PM
Star quarterback Russell Wilson has told his agent he's open to being traded to a handful of teams, one of them being the New Orleans Saints. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Thursday that the Seahawks quarterback has told his agent he still wants to play in Seattle, but he is... more » -
Drew Brees' retirement decision likely coming this month, Sean Payton says
February 3, 2021 2:09 PM
NEW ORLEANS - Saints Head Coach Sean Payton says fans should know whether Drew Brees will end his historic football career in a matter of weeks. During an interview on CBS Sports' Pick Six Podcast, Payton said an announcement on Bress' potential retirement is imminent. “I think that’s... more » -
Brees still not officially confirming retirement plans Play Video
January 18, 2021 5:48 AM
The question of whether or not football fans have seen the last of Drew Brees playing in the NFL is generally responded to with a rather disappointed, "Probably." That said, the New Orleans Saints quarterback hasn’t officially announced whether or not he will retire or return for the 2021... more » -
Saints fans disappointed after devastating loss against Tampa Bay Play Video
January 18, 2021 12:15 AM
BRUSLY - Saints fans gathered to watch the NFC Divisional Round Sunday evening at Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux and Bar in Brusly, only to leave disappointed. "We've always been dedicated. We're from South Louisiana, this is one love, we've loved them forever, even when they were bad," Derek... more » -
FINAL | Vikings 33 vs. Saints 52
December 25, 2020 4:09 PM
With the NFL opting not to play a Thursday game on Christmas Eve, it moved the prime-time showcase to late afternoon Friday and sent Minnesota down to New Orleans. It's beginning to look a lot like kickoff ???? #Saints start with the ball! #MINvsNO on Fox... more » -
Drew Brees designated to return to practice, could be back for Chiefs game
December 16, 2020 5:18 PM
NEW ORLEANS - Drew Brees could return to the Saints' starting lineup just in time for the team's biggest game of the regular season. Saints insider Nick Underhill reported Wednesday that Brees had been cleared to return to practice from the injured reserve list. Brees was sidelined the past... more » -
WATCH: New Orleans Saints show off dance moves in post-game celebration
December 7, 2020 10:34 AM
ATLANTA - After dominating the Atlanta Falcons in a 21-16 Sunday (Dec. 6) game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, the New Orleans Saints celebrated by showing off their best dance moves. Shortly after the game, linebacker Demario Davis took to Instagram to share a video of he and... more » -
Taysom Hill expected to step in as Saints quarterback this Sunday, says NFL Insider Ian Rapoport
November 20, 2020 10:43 AM
NEW ORLEANS - With Drew Brees recovering from a severe injury, the New Orleans Saints will reportedly be depending on Taysom Hill to lead the team into their Sunday, Nov. 22 face-off against the Atlanta Falcons, according to NFL Insider Ian Rapoport. Here is our full story on... more » -
Saints proposed detailed plan to fill Superdome at 35% capacity, with support from Ochsner
October 19, 2020 6:33 PM
NEW ORLEANS - Team officials say the New Orleans Saints are moving closer to a plan to return fans to the Superdome this season. On Monday, a team spokesperson said staff met with Mayor Latoya Cantrell to discuss a "phased approach" to allowing fans into the stadium on game... more » -
Saints reportedly to face off against Panthers at New Orleans Superdome
October 19, 2020 10:02 AM
NEW ORLEANS - Recent talks of the Saints playing their next few games in Baton Rouge's Tiger Stadium have reportedly reached their end, with Saints officials agreeing to allow the team to face off against the Carolina Panthers at the Superdome this weekend, according to sports reporter Jeff Duncan of... more » -
Saints fans rely on humor to keep spirits lifted following team's first loss of 2020 Play Video
September 22, 2020 11:33 AM
LAS VEGAS - Monday night's faceoff between the New Orleans Saints and Las Vegas Raiders was, at times, painful for Saints fans to watch. But even after the loss, with the Raiders defeating the boys in black and gold in a final score of 34-24, fans did what they've... more » -
Saints will play 2020 home-opener without fans in attendance Play Video
August 12, 2020 6:24 PM
NEW ORLEANS - The Saints announced Wednesday the first game of the regular season will take place at the Superdome with no fans present. The team says the Sept. 13 meeting with Tom Brady's Buccaneers will have to happen without fans due to the "state of Covid-19 infections throughout... more » -
Saints to rent out part of Loews Hotel in downtown NOLA to sequester before season
August 3, 2020 9:28 AM
The New Orleans Saints' players and employees who are considered 'critical staff' have the option of staying at Loews Hotel in downtown New Orleans beginning Wednesday, August 5. According to The Advocate , the decision to rent out a massive block of rooms within the hotel was made for... more » -
Report: Several NFL players, including Dallas' Ezekiel Elliott, test positive for coronavirus
June 15, 2020 1:11 PM
ARLINGTON, TX - Multiple players on both of the NFL's Texas-based teams have tested positive for COVID-19. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported Monday that several members of the Dallas Cowboys and the Houston Texans have recently tested positive for the virus. Dallas running back Ezekiel Elliott is reportedly among... more » -
NFL lays out protocols for returning players to team facilities
June 8, 2020 12:26 PM
The NFL took another step toward normalcy Monday, sending out protocols for returning players to team facilities in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. A letter sent out with those protocols Monday says the league worked with the NFL Players Association and outside medical experts to formulate the requirements.... more » -
NFL players may get special helmets designed to ward off COVID-19
May 20, 2020 9:00 AM
NEW ORLEANS - NFL players may be tough, but even they need protection from COVID-19 and when they return to the field for the 2020 season there's a chance they'll be wearing special helmets, designed to protect them from the virus that seems to have taken the world hostage since... more » -
Mercedes-Benz dropping name from Superdome; stadium looking for new sponsor
May 19, 2020 12:27 PM
NEW ORLEANS - The Mercedes-Benz Superdome is dropping the German automaker from its name next year as the company parts ways with Louisiana's historic entertainment venue. Forbes reports the the home of the New Orleans Saints is already looking for a new sponsor to which it will award the... more »