Saints prepare for season opener 69 days away with jersey history

The New Orleans Saints are 69 days from opening their 2026 season against the Detroit Lions on September 13. Backup offensive lineman Barry Wesley currently wears the No. 69 jersey, becoming the 15th player to do so in franchise history. Notable past players include Tom Ackerman, who wore the number the longest, appearing in 78 games, and Anthony Hargrove, who contributed to the Saints' Super Bowl XLIV victory. As training camp approaches, Wesley aims to secure a backup position on the offensive line, following a season spent primarily on the practice squad.

• 11:55 AMYahoo Sports — 69 days until Saints opener: Every player to wear the No. 69 jersey