Saints open preseason with loss to Jaguars in 24-20 game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 12:43 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The New Orleans Saints faced the Jacksonville Jaguars in their preseason opener on August 15, 2026, suffering a 24-20 defeat. The Saints held a 20-6 lead at halftime but were outscored 18-0 in the second half. Quarterback Zach Wilson impressed in his debut with 145 yards and a touchdown, while several players had varied performances. The game highlighted roster competition, with standout performances from players like Michael Heldman and Bub Means, as the Saints evaluate their options ahead of the regular season.
- •Saints led 20-6 at halftime against Jaguars
- •Zach Wilson completed 11 of 16 passes for 145 yards
- •Michael Heldman recorded six tackles and two sacks
- •Second-half offense failed to score after halftime
- •Bub Means led team with 77 receiving yards
- 12:43 AMYahoo Sports — Studs and duds from the Saints' preseason-opening loss to the Jaguars
"Zach Wilson and Michael Heldman stood out, but several New Orleans Saints players struggled in a 24-20 preseason loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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