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Dec 3, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) celebrates a touchdown while setting the Saints rushing touchdown record with 53 against the Detroit Lions during the second half at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

The Saints open the 2026 season against the Lions at Ford Field. Here’s the kickoff time, TV and radio information, plus a key Tyler Shough storyline to watch.

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The Saints open the 2026 season against the Lions at Ford Field. Here’s the kickoff time, TV and radio information, plus a key Tyler Shough storyline to watch.

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Dec 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) throws the ball during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

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Our staff makes its picks for the Saints’ 2026 season opener against the Lions, with New Orleans facing a difficult Week 1 test at Ford Field.

Aug 28, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Audric Estime (30) runs with the ball during the game between the Cowboys and the Saints at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Team making its final moves before Sunday's Noon kickoff with the Lions.

Nov 9, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) high fives New Orleans Saints running back Devin Neal (24) during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Alvin Kamara is questionable for the Saints’ Week 1 matchup with Detroit after practicing fully Friday, while three New Orleans players have been ruled out.

Jan 4, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) runs for a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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The Lions liked what they saw in Shough as well.

Aug 15, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) greets fans before a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

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Tyler Shough enters his second Saints season as the unquestioned starting quarterback and a team captain, ready to embrace rising expectations in New Orleans.

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) practices during training camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Monday August 17, 2026.

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Hearing from the other side of the NFL aisle. This week: the Detroit Lions.

Aug 02, 2026; Metairie, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) looks on during training camp at Ochsner Sports Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Alvin Kamara remained limited at Saints practice Thursday, while Cam Jordan and three others sat out ahead of the Week 1 matchup against the Lions.

Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97) celebrates a sack against Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025.

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The Saints face Aidan Hutchinson and a dangerous Lions pass rush in Week 1, but Detroit’s injury-plagued secondary could provide opportunities.

Aug 28, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) warms up before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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The Saints named nine captains for the 2026 season, including Tyler Shough, Cam Jordan and Chase Young, with Shough calling the honor especially meaningful.

Dec 3, 2017; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) is congratulated by linebacker Manti Te'o (51) and defensive end Cameron Jordan (94) after a third quarter touchdown against the Carolina Panthers in at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

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The Saints got Alvin Kamara back at practice Wednesday while Cam Jordan remained out, Tyler Shough looked ahead to Week 1 and the team made a practice squad move.

Sep 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints offensive tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. (71) against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

A playoff team hosts New Orleans Sunday. We talk with linemen on both sides of the ball.

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff walks down the tunnel with quarterback Kyle Allen (8) and wide receiver Isaac Teslaa (18) for warmups ahead of the Dallas Cowboys game at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025.

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The Saints face a loaded Lions offense in Week 1. Here’s a position-by-position look at Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs and Detroit’s top weapons.

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Odds makers favoring the home team in this one.

Aug 02, 2026; Metairie, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) talks with cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry (1) during training camp at Ochsner Sports Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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The Saints face a difficult Week 1 test against Jared Goff and the Lions’ high-powered offense as New Orleans prepares for a hostile trip to Ford Field.

Aug 22, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore] reacts against the Los Angeles Rams in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Kellen Moore discussed Tyler Shough’s development as a leader, the challenge of playing at Ford Field and what the Saints expect from Detroit in their Week 1 matchup.

Aug 08, 2026; Metairie, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (0) catches a pass against linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) during training camp at Ochsner Sports Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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We're pushing the envelope here as we take a shot at what we think can happen.

Jan 4, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) throws a pass during the game against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Some data can give us a clue as to how a week 1 victory can change a season's outcome.

Aug 28, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; New Orleans Saints wide receiver Barion Brown (19) runs with the ball during the game between the Cowboys and the Saints at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Saints rookies Bryce Lance and Barion Brown earned larger offensive roles during training camp, giving Kellen Moore more options while Jordyn Tyson recovers.

Dec 21, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan (94) during the run outs before the game against the New York Jets at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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The Saints released their first unofficial depth chart, with rookie Barion Brown earning a starting role and Cameron Jordan’s Week 1 status in focus.

Aug 22, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; New Orleans Saints cornerback TJ Hall Jr. (34) looks on prior to the start of the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Griffin Hooper-Imagn Images

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Some ended up on other NFL teams, others landed on the Saints Practice Squad or reserve list.

Jul 30, 2026; Metairie, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Devin Neal (24) looks on during training camp at Ochsner Sports Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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The Saints released Devin Neal and Michael Heldman from injured reserve Thursday as New Orleans continues making roster moves ahead of Week 1.

Aug 20, 2026; Woodland Hills, CA, USA; New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore reacts during a joint practice against the Los Angeles Rams at Rams Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Saints coach Kellen Moore discusses rising expectations, Bryce Lance, Barion Brown and Martin Emerson Jr. ahead of the Week 1 matchup with Detroit.

Aug 28, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore looks on during the game between the Cowboys and the Saints at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Thousands of decision over training camp have set up Saints coach Kellen Moore for where he is now.

Aug 15, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints cornerback Jayden Price (38) intercepts a pass by Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Carter Bradley (10) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Jayden Price went from undrafted free agent and practice squad player to Saints training camp breakout, earning a spot on New Orleans’ 53-man roster.