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5 new additions to watch in Saints vs. Lions season opener

5 new additions to watch in Saints vs. Lions season opener

New Orleans Saints newcomers must step into the spotlight if the black and gold are to upset the Detroit Lions in Week 1. Here's who we're watching.
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NFL Week 1: 3 reasons for optimism as Saints visit Lions

NFL Week 1: 3 reasons for optimism as Saints visit Lions

Chris Olave’s matchup, a healthy Chase Young and recent Week 1 success give the Saints reasons for optimism entering their opener against the Lions.
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4 storylines to watch in Saints at Lions: Do preseason reps matter?

4 storylines to watch in Saints at Lions: Do preseason reps matter?

Our first storyline to watch in New Orleans Saints at Detroit Lions: Will a lack of preseason reps matter for Tyler Shough and the starting offense?
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A new-look Saints passing attack needs to start fast Week 1 at Detroit

A new-look Saints passing attack needs to start fast Week 1 at Detroit

All eyes will be fixed on how quickly Tyler Shough and his new weapons can produce for the New Orleans Saints in their season opener at the Lions.
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WATCH: Kendre Miller scores the Saints' first touchdown of 2026

WATCH: Kendre Miller scores the Saints' first touchdown of 2026

You can't undersell how badly the Saints needed this touchdown. Kendre Miller got New Orleans on the scoreboard for the first time in 2026.
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3 causes for concern as the Saints face the Lions in Week 1

3 causes for concern as the Saints face the Lions in Week 1

Jahmyr Gibbs, Aidan Hutchinson and Detroit’s receivers present three causes for concern for the Saints entering their Week 1 matchup with the Lions.
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New Orleans Saints vs. Detroit Lions Week 1 preview: 3 key stats

New Orleans Saints vs. Detroit Lions Week 1 preview: 3 key stats

A data-driven preview of Saints at Lions, focusing on key stats and matchups.
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Lions hold the edge in every matchup with Saints. But will they open season with a win?

Lions hold the edge in every matchup with Saints. But will they open season with a win?

Lions first-round pick Blake Miller will start at right tackle in his NFL debut against a Saints defense that finished 5th in sack percentage last year
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NFL Week 1: How to watch New Orleans Saints at Detroit Lions

NFL Week 1: How to watch New Orleans Saints at Detroit Lions

The New Orleans Saints open the 2026 NFL season against the Detroit Lions. Here's how to watch the Week 1 matchup, including TV and streaming info.
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Lions escape with 31-30 win over Saints in OT after Kellen Moore chooses to go for 2 and the win

Lions escape with 31-30 win over Saints in OT after Kellen Moore chooses to go for 2 and the win

Tyler Shough threw an incomplete pass in the end zone on a 2-point conversion attempt, allowing the Detroit Lions to escape with a 31-30 win in overtime over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday
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Week 1 staff picks: Bold predictions, final score for Saints at Lions

Week 1 staff picks: Bold predictions, final score for Saints at Lions

Week 1 is finally here. Our staff writers shared their picks for the New Orleans Saints' season opener with the Detroit Lions, with bold predictions.
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Lions vs. Saints preview: 3 key player matchups

Lions vs. Saints preview: 3 key player matchups

Our Detroit Lions vs. New Orleans Saints preview identifies three key player matchups.