Saints lose lead in preseason matchup against Jaguars, 24-20
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The New Orleans Saints faced the Jacksonville Jaguars in a preseason game on August 15, 2026, losing 24-20 after squandering a 14-point lead. Ty Chandler's 86-yard kickoff return highlighted the game, and several quarterbacks played well for the Saints, collectively passing for 256 yards. Audric Estimé scored the first touchdown, demonstrating a positive start, but the team's inability to maintain the lead resulted in a frustrating loss. The Saints aim to build on their performance as the 2026 NFL season approaches.
- •Saints lost to Jaguars 24-20 in preseason opener.
- •New Orleans led by 14 points before the defeat.
- •Ty Chandler had an 86-yard kickoff return.
- •Audric Estimé scored the first touchdown of the game.
- •Multiple quarterbacks combined for 256 passing yards.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Saints Positives After 14-Point Blown Lead in Preseason Matchup vs. Jaguars
"Explosive special teams returns and a productive trio of quarterbacks provide a silver lining for New Orleans after a narrow exhibition collapse against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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