It is officially the 2026 offseason, and the "Steel City" draft in Pittsburgh is officially in the books. The energy in the Big Easy is a potent mix of "Who Dat" defiance and the excitement of a high-stakes rebuild. After a 2025 season that saw the Saints struggle with identity and health, the front office, led by Mickey Loomis, used the draft in Pittsburgh to inject elite athleticism into an aging core, signaling that the Kellen Moore era is ready to take flight.
This is a pivotal year for the Crescent City. With Moore entering his second season as head coach and Brandon Staley leading a revamped defense, the Saints have moved on from the "purgatory" years. By landing a blue-chip receiver and reinforcing the trenches, New Orleans is betting big that a healthy roster and a modernized offense can reclaim the NFC South crown in 2026.
How to Get Saints Tickets for the 2026 Season
Caesars Superdome is preparing for its 51st year of hosting the Saints, and with a schedule that includes the first-ever regular season game in France, demand is at an all-time high. With the schedule release coming this Thursday, May 14, fans should be ready to move.
- Official On-Sale: Single-game tickets go live on SeatGeek (the official primary partner of the Saints) and Ticketmaster immediately following the schedule release on May 14 at 7:00 p.m. CT.
- The "Paris" Priority: Because the Saints are the "home" team for the October 25 game at the Stade de France, domestic season ticket holders may have special priority for travel packages and international seating.
- Mobile-Only Entry: The Superdome is a strictly digital venue. You must use the Saints Mobile App or your SeatGeek account to enter; paper tickets and screenshots are not accepted.
- Secondary Market: For the high-stakes rivalries against the Falcons or the visit from the Steelers, check SeatGeek for verified fan-to-fan resale.
New Orleans Saints Schedule
Week | Date | Opponent | Venue | Time (ET) | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Sept 13 | @ New York Giants | MetLife Stadium | 1:00 PM | FOX |
2 | Sept 20 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Caesars Superdome | 1:00 PM | FOX |
3 | Sept 27 | @ Baltimore Ravens | M&T Bank Stadium | 1:00 PM | CBS |
4 | Oct 5 | Atlanta Falcons (MNF) | Caesars Superdome | 8:15 PM | ESPN |
5 | Oct 11 | Green Bay Packers | Caesars Superdome | 4:25 PM | FOX |
6 | Oct 18 | @ Detroit Lions | Ford Field | 1:00 PM | FOX |
7 | Oct 25 | Pittsburgh Steelers | Stade de France (Paris) | 9:30 AM | NFL Network |
8 | Nov 1 | Arizona Cardinals | Caesars Superdome | 4:05 PM | FOX |
9 | Nov 8 | @ Cincinnati Bengals | Paycor Stadium | 1:00 PM | CBS |
10 | Nov 15 | Carolina Panthers | Caesars Superdome | 1:00 PM | FOX |
11 | Nov 22 | @ Chicago Bears | Soldier Field | 1:00 PM | FOX |
12 | — | BYE WEEK | — | — | — |
13 | Dec 6 | Minnesota Vikings | Caesars Superdome | 1:00 PM | FOX |
14 | Dec 13 | @ Carolina Panthers | Bank of America Stadium | 1:00 PM | CBS |
15 | Dec 20 | Cleveland Browns | Caesars Superdome | 1:00 PM | CBS |
16 | Dec 27 | Las Vegas Raiders | Caesars Superdome | 4:25 PM | CBS |
17 | Jan 3 | @ Atlanta Falcons | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | 1:00 PM | FOX |
18 | Jan 10 | @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Raymond James Stadium | TBD | TBD |
How to Watch the Saints in 2026
- Local/National:FOX (WVUE-8) remains the primary home for the Saints. CBS (WWL-4) will carry the AFC North matchups, while NBC (WDSU-6) will host Sunday Night Football.
- Thursday Night:Amazon Prime Video is the exclusive home for all TNF games.
- International History: The Week 7 clash against the Steelers in Paris will air nationally on NFL Network at 8:30 a.m. CT.
- Holiday Special: Christmas 2026 falls on a Friday. Netflix will exclusively stream the NFL's holiday games this year.
- Best Choice for Local Fans:Fubo covers all local New Orleans affiliates (WVUE, WWL, WDSU, WGNO) and the NFL Network.
The "Steel City" Draft: Saints 2026 Highlights
The Saints were aggressive in Pittsburgh, addressing their need for a dynamic playmaker and finding a potential successor on the offensive line.
Round | Pick | Player | Position | School |
1 | 8 | Jordyn Tyson | WR | Arizona State |
2 | 40 | Jeremiah Wright | G/OL | LSU |
3 | 72 | Davon Godchaux Jr. | DT | Missouri |
4 | 105 | Christen Miller | DT | Georgia |
Trade | — | Tyree Wilson | EDGE | Veteran (from Raiders) |
Draft Analysis:
- The New WR1: At #8 overall, the Saints drafted Jordyn Tyson. A physical, 6'2" deep threat from Arizona State, Tyson is viewed as the perfect vertical complement to Chris Olave, giving Kellen Moore the explosive weapon his system requires.
- LSU to NOLA: The selection of Jeremiah Wright (#40) sent the "Who Dat" nation into a frenzy. The local product is expected to challenge for a starting guard spot immediately, providing much-needed youth to the interior protection.
- The "Pit-Stop" Trade: During the draft weekend, the Saints traded a 5th-round pick to the Raiders for former top-10 pick Tyree Wilson. The move adds massive size and "bend" to a defensive line that Brandon Staley is rebuilding from the ground up.
New Orleans Saints: 2025 Season Recap
The 2025 season was a difficult "transition" year defined by a mid-season offensive overhaul. The Saints finished 6–11, missing the playoffs for the fifth consecutive season. Despite a Pro Bowl-caliber year from Chris Olave and a late-season surge under Kellen Moore's play-calling, the team struggled with defensive consistency and finishing close games in a competitive NFC South.
Week | Opponent | Result | Record |
W1–W18 | Regular Season | 6–11 | 4th in NFC South |
Season Highlight | vs. Titans | W, 34–26 | Week 17 Shootout |
Record | Regular Season | 6–11 | DNQ |
Standout | Chris Olave | 1,200+ Yds | 2nd Team All-Pro |