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Nathan Shepherd recognized as Saints Player of Day 93

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 9:55 AM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Nathan Shepherd recognized as Saints Player of Day 93
Summary

On June 12, 2026, Nathan Shepherd was named the New Orleans Saints Player of Day 93 as part of the Countdown to Kickoff series. The defensive lineman enters his fourth season with the Saints, having signed a three-year contract extension last offseason. Shepherd has shown steady performance over his career, including a career-high 696 defensive snaps and 47 total tackles in 2025. He is expected to take on a significant role in the upcoming season, particularly with a salary cap hit surpassing $7 million in 2026. The Saints will open their regular season against the Detroit Lions on September 13, 2026.

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  • •Nathan Shepherd named Saints Player of Day 93 on June 12, 2026.
  • •He enters his fourth season after a three-year contract extension.
  • •Had a career-high 696 defensive snaps in 2025.
  • •Expected to play a key role in Saints' defense this fall.
  • •Saints face Detroit Lions in regular season opener on September 13.
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  • 9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Countdown to Kickoff: Nathan Shepherd is the Saints Player of Day 93
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Nathan Shepherd has been a steady performer for three seasons with the Saints, but more may be needed from the veteran defensive lineman in 2026.

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