Saints enter season opener with running back Kendre Miller in lineup

The New Orleans Saints prepare for their 2026 season opener against the Detroit Lions on September 13. Running back Kendre Miller enters the season looking to maintain health after missing 30 of 51 potential career outings due to various injuries. During his three NFL seasons, Miller has struggled to stay on the field, with a torn ACL in 2025 ending his season after seven games. The team bolstered the position during the offseason by signing free agent Travis Etienne to the roster. Miller now aims to secure a consistent role within the offense while playing on the final year of his current contract. He remains a secondary option for the Saints as they prepare to travel to Detroit for their Week 1 matchup.

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