Saints prepare for opener as Jonas Sanker wears No. 33 jersey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 11:55 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The New Orleans Saints are 33 days away from their 2026 season opener against the Detroit Lions on September 13. Defensive back Jonas Sanker has been assigned No. 33, becoming the 22nd player in franchise history to don that number. Sanker, drafted in the third round in 2025, is expected to take on a larger role following the free agency loss of Alontae Taylor. The history of the No. 33 jersey includes notable players such as Tyrone Hughes and Jabari Greer, both of whom have made significant contributions to the team.
- •Saints open the 2026 season on September 13 against the Lions.
- •Jonas Sanker is the 22nd player to wear No. 33.
- •Sanker had a promising rookie season in 2025.
- •Notable players include Tyrone Hughes and Jabari Greer.
- •Only 33 days remain until kickoff.
- 11:55 AMYahoo Sports — 33 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 33 jersey
"Saints Hall of Famers Tyrone Hughes and Jabari Greer stand above all others who wore the No. 33 jersey in New Orleans history.
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