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• Ball run, Battle of the Bands to kick off Bayou Classic weekend

  November 24, 2022 5:08 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The running of the football from Baton Rouge to the Caesars Superdome will mark the start of Bayou Classic Weekend. Friday's Bayou Classic Motivational Gameday Ball Run, as it is formally labelled, started at 5 a.m. in the Capital City. The Southern University Army ROTC, assisted... 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 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 »

• 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 »

• 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 »

• 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 »

• 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 »

• New Orleans Saints to host Green Bay Packers in week one of 2021 NFL season

  May 12, 2021 9:29 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - To kick off the 2021 NFL season, the New Orleans Saints will host the Green Bay Packers at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, according to a recent announcement from the team. The Saints will open the regular season vs the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Sept. 12... 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 »

• 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 »

• Superdome to feature new field-level suites during 2021-2022 NFL season

  January 6, 2021 10:40 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - The nearly 45-year-old structure that's often included in iconic images of the Crescent City's skyline will soon feature an addition meant to attract the attention of the area's most passionate football fans. According to nola.com , the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans will be remodeled to... 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 »

• 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 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 »

• WATCH: Drew Brees, Alvin Kamara ready for Mardi Gras in new NFL commercial

  January 29, 2020 5:45 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Saints superstars Drew Brees and Alvin Kamara are the focus of a brand new commercial set to air before the Super Bowl this weekend. The new ad, part of the NFL's 100-year anniversary campaign, features the pair finding each other amid a chaotic Mardi Gras parade... more »

• Shirts featuring Joe Burrow's post-championship cigar already being sold in Ohio

  January 14, 2020 5:10 PM

  CINCINNATI - Merchandise featuring Ohio-born QB Joe Burrow has hit the shelves in his home state less than 24 hours after the Tigers claimed their national title. Burrow led LSU to its 42-25 national championship win over Clemson Monday night, prompting late-night launches of championship merchandise across the state... more »

• Superdome field now set for the clash of the tigers Play Video

  January 9, 2020 11:24 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The Mercedes-Benz Supersdome’s field is now set for the clash of the tigers. Field crews spent all day Thursday transforming the dome’s field, which will host college football's biggest game of the year between the LSU and Clemson Tigers. With tape measures extended, stencils in place and... more »

• Dudley DeBosier law firm offers free rides to and from the National Championship game

  January 8, 2020 10:41 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Local law firm Dudley Debosier is offering free rides to and from the National Championship game Monday night. To take advantage of a free, safe ride to and from the game, you must register online. Participants will receive an email confirmation. They will then receive an... more »

• Laine Hardy to perform national anthem at Saints-Vikings game, Sunday

  January 1, 2020 1:41 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Baton Rouge native and American Idol winner, Laine Hardy , is all set to perform the national anthem before kickoff at the Saints-Vikings playoff game in New Orleans, Sunday. The 19-year-old singer's representative confirmed the news Wednesday morning. On New Year's Eve, Hardy took to... more »

• WATCH: Legendary QB Peyton Manning plays catch with riders on Mardi Gras parade route Play Video

  March 4, 2019 1:29 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Among the paradegoers this weekend, a lucky few caught a glimpse of an NFL icon celebrating Mardi Gras in the Crescent City. Video and photos posted on social media showed none other than future hall of fame quarterback Peyton Manning lining the route for the Iris... more »

• Schedule for Bayou Country Superfest 2017 in Superdome announced

  April 13, 2017 4:46 PM

  NEW ORLEANS – Organizers of the Bayou Country Superfest 2017 announced the music schedule for the event on Thursday. The event is being held for the first time in New Orleans at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Superfest will be held May 26, 27 and 28 and will feature performances... more »

• Beyonce adds New Orleans date to Formation tour

  May 5, 2016 11:45 AM

  NEW ORLEANS- Beyonce has added a stop to the New Orleans Superdome for her Formation World Tour. The concert will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24 at 7:30 p.m. BeyHive Presale starts May 5 at 10 a.m. until May 6 at 5 p.m. VIP Packages Presale starts May 5 at... more »

• Zachary beats John Ehret in 5A state title, first championship for Broncos

  December 13, 2015 12:15 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - In a game pitting a top offense against a superb defense, offense won the day along with the Zachary Broncos for their first-ever state championship as they beat John Ehret 46-12 in the 5A final Saturday night in the Superdome. The Patriots scored first, but the... more »

• Local high schools playing in the Superdome Friday

  December 4, 2015 9:14 AM

  BATON ROUGE- Some local high school football teams will be in New Orleans today playing in their respective playoff title games. St. Mary will be taking on Southern Lab in the Division IV championship at 10 a.m. Parkview Baptist will face St. Thomas More in the Division II championship at... more »

• Parkview Baptist upsets U High, leads locals still alive in state semis, finals Play Video

  November 28, 2015 12:30 AM

  Baton Rouge - Parkview Baptist didn't let recent history or another close game keep them from finally taking down their biggest rival, as the Eagles advanced to the Division II State title game with a 41-28 win over University High on Friday night. The Cubs beat the Eagles for... more »

• Saints lose 26-19 to Tampa Bay

  September 20, 2015 4:05 PM

  New Orleans - The Saints fell to 0-2 as lost to Tampa Bay 26-19 on Sunday. The Saints took a 7-3 lead in the 2nd quarter as Mark Ingram scored on an 11 yard touchdown rush. The Buccaneers then went on a 20-0 run into the 4th quarter,... more »