Saints countdown: Players who wore No. 20 ahead of season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 11:55 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
With 20 days until the Saints' 2026 season opener against the Detroit Lions on September 13, the focus turns to the players who have donned the No. 20 jersey for New Orleans. Linebacker Pete Werner is the 17th player to wear this number, following a notable history including Jay Bellamy and Randall Gay. The article reviews the significance of these players, detailing their contributions and the legacy associated with the number. As the season approaches, Werner faces the task of continuing the legacy established by previous players in the jersey.
- •Saints open the season on September 13 against the Lions.
- •Pete Werner currently wears No. 20, marking the 17th player.
- •Historical overview includes Jay Bellamy and Randall Gay.
- •Previous players contributed significantly to the team's defense.
- •The jersey number holds a legacy within the franchise.
- 11:55 AMYahoo Sports — 20 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 20 jersey
"Jay Bellamy, Randall Gay, and Pete Werner are among the standouts who have worn No. 20 for the Saints
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