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Rams and Saints prepare for preseason matchup featuring strong defenses

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Rams and Saints prepare for preseason matchup featuring strong defenses
Summary

The Los Angeles Rams will face the New Orleans Saints on Saturday in a preseason game in New Orleans. Both teams showcase formidable defenses, though several starters may not play. Last week, the Rams' defense held the Kansas City Chiefs to four field goals, recording two sacks. The Saints allowed two touchdowns but limited the Jacksonville Jaguars to 275 yards, forcing two turnovers and also notching four sacks. This matchup highlights the depth and talent of both defenses as they look to sharpen their skills ahead of the regular season.

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By the Numbers
  • •Rams defense ranked 17th last season, upgraded by trading for Myles Garrett.
  • •Saints finished ninth in total defense last season, performed well last week.
  • •Rams allowed 314 total yards with two sacks against the Chiefs.
  • •Saints forced two turnovers and recorded four sacks against the Jaguars.
  • •Preseason game scheduled for Saturday in New Orleans.
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  • 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Our defense vs. their offense: Los Angeles Rams
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What they're saying
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Rams and Saints face off on Saturday and feature two very talented defenses for a preseason matchup

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Previewing the Saints’ defensive matchup in preseason week 2

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