Lions host New Orleans Saints for NFL regular season opener

The Detroit Lions begin their regular season schedule this Sunday at Ford Field against the New Orleans Saints. New Orleans enters the game following a 6-11 finish in 2025, where the team underwent a mid-season quarterback transition from Spencer Rattler to Tyler Shough. The Saints spent the offseason reshaping their roster by acquiring running backs Travis Etienne and Ty Chandler, alongside guard David Edwards. Detroit aims for a strong start to the campaign after a challenging 2025 season. The Saints look to improve upon a 28th-ranked scoring offense while relying on a defensive line featuring Cameron Jordan and Chase Young. This contest marks the first meeting of the season for both organizations as they test their finalized rosters in official league play.

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