Devin Neal poised for bigger role with Saints ahead of season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 9:55 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The New Orleans Saints are 24 days away from their 2026 regular season opener against the Detroit Lions. Running back Devin Neal, entering his second NFL season, is aiming to secure a more significant spot on the roster. After a rookie season in which he rushed for 206 yards and scored a touchdown, Neal is seen as a strong candidate for the third running back position. He has shown potential as a hard runner, pass catcher, and blocker, raising expectations as he prepares for training camp.
- •Saints play at Detroit Lions on September 13.
- •Neal led Kansas Jayhawks with 4,343 rushing yards in college.
- •He recorded 70 rushing yards and a touchdown in Week 14 as a rookie.
- •Neal missed the end of the season due to a hamstring injury.
- •He is expected to compete for a key role this training camp.
- 9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Devin Neal is the Saints Player of Day 24
"Former Kansas Jayhawks running back Devin Neal could be an underrated weapon in the New Orleans Saints backfield as he goes into his second season.
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