Saints mark 30 days until season opener against Lions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 10:55 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The New Orleans Saints are 30 days away from their 2026 season opener against the Detroit Lions on September 13. Running back Audric Estime, the current player to wear No. 30, is highlighted among a list of previous players who donned the jersey throughout franchise history., Les Kelley was the first to wear No. 30, contributing to the Saints' early years in the league. The number has seen numerous players cycle through, with 23 athletes having worn it since its introduction, yet few have lasted more than a season.
- •Saints opener against Lions scheduled for September 13, 2026.
- •Audric Estime currently wears No. 30 for the Saints.
- •Les Kelley was the first player to wear No. 30.
- •23 players have worn No. 30 in Saints history.
- •Estime took over the number from Devin Neal prior to last season.
- 10:55 AMYahoo Sports — 30 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 30 jersey
"Wayne Wilson leads a few underrated contributors who have worn the number 30 jersey throughout New Orleans Saints history.
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