Danny Stutsman aims for bigger role with Saints as season approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 9:56 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
With just 28 days until the New Orleans Saints open their season against the Detroit Lions, linebacker Danny Stutsman is set for a more significant role in his second year. Selected in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, Stutsman played in all 17 games last season, primarily in a backup capacity. Following the departure of veteran Demario Davis, Stutsman is competing with Pete Werner for a starting position. His impressive college career at Oklahoma makes him a promising candidate for increased playing time in the 2026 season.
- •Stutsman was a fourth round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
- •He played all 17 games in his rookie year with 53 tackles.
- •Saints lost leader Demario Davis this offseason.
- •Stutsman competes for a starting spot with Pete Werner.
- •Season opener against the Detroit Lions on September 13.
- 9:56 AMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Danny Stutsman is the Saints Player of Day 28
"Danny Stutsman figures to play a much more prominent defensive role in his second season with the New Orleans Saints. Can he take Pete Werner's job?
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