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Saints struggle at home, face growing desperation after latest losses

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 8:42 PM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Saints struggle at home, face growing desperation after latest losses

Summary

The New Orleans Saints are currently 1-4 following three consecutive home losses, including a defeat to the Minnesota Vikings. The team, which was once tied for the NFC South lead after the second week, has seen its playoff hopes dwindle amid a series of disappointing performances. Saints guard David Edwards expressed frustration with the team's recent struggles, while coach Kellen Moore acknowledged they are navigating a challenging period. The Saints' next game will be away, with hopes of improving before returning to the Superdome post-Halloween.

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Status Watch

•Saints lost to the Vikings at home, dropping to 1-4.
•Team struggles include three straight losses and offensive issues.
•Guard David Edwards emphasized the need for a constructive response.
•Saints' defense ranks 11th against the pass, allowing 212 yards per game.
•Next game will be away; the Saints return home after Halloween.

Latest Updates

8:42 PMYahoo Sports — Saints' recent home woes have left New Orleans desperate to avoid a sixth straight lost season

What they're saying

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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The color purple filling the Superdome's field-level stands near the visitors' sideline as time wound down in the New Orleans Saints' Week 5 loss to the Vikings was hard to miss.So, too, were the visiting, red-clad fans triumphantly chanting, “A-T-L.
— Yahoo Sportsby BRETT MARTEL

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