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Saints highlight No. 21 jersey history as season opener approaches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 11:55 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Saints highlight No. 21 jersey history as season opener approaches

Summary

The New Orleans Saints are 21 days away from their 2026 season opener against the Detroit Lions on September 13. Veteran safety Justin Reid will wear No. 21, becoming the 28th player in franchise history to don the number. The piece highlights the legacy of past players, including Hall of Famer Dalton Hilliard, who made a significant impact while wearing No. 21. Hilliard remains a prominent figure in Saints history with notable achievements, including 4,164 rushing yards and multiple franchise records.

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Status Watch

•New Orleans Saints set to open the season on September 13 against the Detroit Lions.
•Justin Reid to wear jersey No. 21 as the latest player in franchise history.
•Dalton Hilliard, a noteworthy former No. 21, is a Saints Hall of Famer.
•Hilliard's career included over 4,000 rushing yards and multiple franchise records.
•Reid becomes the 28th player to wear No. 21 for the Saints.

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11:55 AMYahoo Sports — 21 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 21 jersey

What they're saying

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Saints Hall of Famer Dalton Hilliard sits atop a history of solid contributors who have worn the No. 21 jersey in New Orleans history.
— Yahoo Sports

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