Defensive tackle Vernon Broughton among Saints to wear No. 91 jersey
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 11:55 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The New Orleans Saints are 91 days away from their regular season opener against the Detroit Lions on September 13. Defensive tackle Vernon Broughton, in his second NFL season, wears No. 91, becoming the 14th player in franchise history to do so. Broughton joined the team as a third-round pick in 2025 but was limited to one game last season due to a hip injury. Throughout its history, notable players like Will Smith and Trey Hendrickson have also worn the No. 91 jersey, showcasing a legacy that includes key contributions and career highlights.
- •Broughton is the latest player to wear No. 91 for the Saints.
- •He faces a season after recovering from a rookie year hip injury.
- •The Saints opener is set for September 13 against the Lions.
- •Will Smith and Trey Hendrickson are among the notable players in Saints history who wore No. 91.
- 11:55 AMYahoo Sports — 89 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 89 jersey
- 11:55 AMYahoo Sports — 90 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 90 jersey
- 11:55 AMYahoo Sports — 91 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 91 jersey
"Bryan Bresee, Nick Fairley, and Jared Tomich are among the most notable Saints players who have worn a No. 90 jersey. They're next in our countdown.
"Wes Chandler, Quinn Early, and Josh Hill highlight the list of players who have worn the No. 89 jersey in New Orleans Saints history.
"Will Smith and Trey Hendrickson highlight the list of players that have worn the No. 91 jersey in New Orleans Saints history.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 11:55 AM89 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 89 jersey
Wes Chandler, Quinn Early, and Josh Hill highlight the list of players who have worn the No. 89 jersey in New Orleans Saints history.
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 11:55 AM90 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 90 jersey
Bryan Bresee, Nick Fairley, and Jared Tomich are among the most notable Saints players who have worn a No. 90 jersey. They're next in our countdown.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 11:55 AM91 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 91 jersey
Will Smith and Trey Hendrickson highlight the list of players that have worn the No. 91 jersey in New Orleans Saints history.
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