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Amid escalating civil unrest in Paris, the city police have barred a Paris Saint‑Germain soccer match slated for Sunday, while the NFL plans to keep the Steelers‑Saints game at 3:30 PM CET on schedule. The decree highlights security concerns surrounding the high‑profile NFL showdown in the French capital.
The New Orleans Saints travel to Paris for a Week 7 showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers. A win would give the team its second straight victory, keep playoff hopes alive and pull them within a game of the NFC South lead, while also highlighting the NFL’s international push. A loss would erase the momentum from their recent 24‑point comeback effort against the Giants, drop them to 2‑5 and put the season on the brink before a showdown with the Browns after the bye. The article weighs these outcomes as the Saints aim to turn the tide in the Stade de France.
The Steelers vs Saints Paris game preview covers records, injuries and expected starters for Sunday's 9:30 a.m. ET kickoff at Stade de France.
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers assures fans that the NFL’s heightened security plan will keep the Steelers‑Saints matchup safe despite Paris’ recent unrest. The game stays on Oct. 25 at Stade de France after the league announced extra precautions, and the Steelers have canceled a fan event in the protest‑hit Bastille district. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and executive Peter O’Reilly emphasize constant vigilance, while Rodgers says the league would not proceed if conditions were unsafe. The backdrop includes massive protests over inflation and government cuts, with curfews and property damage reported across France.
The Steelers land in Paris for their Week 7 showdown with the New Orleans Saints, snapping a two‑game winning streak but facing a travel‑heavy test. While the Saints have been in town all week, the Steelers are just arriving, prompting quarterback Aaron Rodgers to note how acclimating early would have helped. The article examines the challenges of playing internationally and previews the upcoming matchup.
The Steelers announce wide receiver Ben Skowronek is out for the upcoming game against the Saints due to a calf injury, while cornerback Brandin Echols also misses the contest with a hamstring strain. Running back Rico Dowdle and safety DeShon Elliott are listed as questionable after recent knee and ankle issues, though Elliott practiced all week. Despite earlier injury doubts, Alex Highsmith, T.J. Watt and Cam Hayward are confirmed to play, and Jalen Ramsey continues with his Week 1 wrist injury.
The Steelers arrived in Paris on Friday, giving the team a short amount of time to get acclimated to what will wind up being a five-hour time difference by the time of kickoff against the Saints on Sunday at Stade de France. While it's not everyone's first choice, arriving later in the week worked for this team one year ago in Dublin.
The New Orleans Saints head into their October 25 showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers confident they can match the Steelers’ notorious physical style. Riding a win over the New York Giants, the Saints say they have “matchups across the board” and aren’t intimidated by Pittsburgh’s gritty approach, despite sitting below .500. Coach and players emphasize their readiness to “stack” and meet the Steelers toe‑to‑toe in the upcoming battle.
The Steelers’ offense, led by second‑year quarterback Aaron Rodgers and star receiver DK Metcalf, averages 320 yards and 22.8 points per game but struggles with pass protection, surrendering 19 sacks in six games. Running back Jaylen Warren offers a physical ground threat, yet the Saints’ defense—ranked near the bottom in both rushing (30th) and passing (20th) yards allowed—must tighten up to exploit the Steelers’ vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, the Saints’ pass‑rush ace Chase Young, tied for third with 5.5 sacks, aims to pressure Rodgers early. The clash hinges on whether Pittsburgh can establish a balanced attack before the Saints’ aggressive defense disrupts it.
The AFC North reaches a pivot point in Week 7 as the Baltimore Ravens host the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday at 1:00 pm EST. After a 10‑point loss to Cleveland, the Ravens hope to avoid a 0‑2 divisional record, hinging on whether Lamar Jackson returns or Tyler Huntley stays under center; a strong offensive‑line performance against a formidable Bengals front—especially DT Dexter Lawrence—is crucial. The Bengals, coming off a bye and a 31‑24 win over Miami, aim to capitalize on extra rest, freshening injured stars Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, and pressuring the Ravens’ secondary. Meanwhile, the Steelers travel to London to face the New Orleans Saints, seeking to extend a four‑game streak of 24+ points against a defense that yields the fourth‑most yards in the league. Key matchups include the Steelers vs. Saints passing attack and the Ravens’ secondary against Cincinnati’s high‑powered receivers.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are set to take on the New Orleans Saints for the NFL Paris Game on Sunday. Whether Rico Dowdle will suit up to play is still up in the air. Per Pro Football Talk, the Steelers designated Dowdle as questionable as he deals with a knee injury. Dowdle had missed three games […] The post Steelers’ Rico Dowdle officially questionable for Week 7 vs. Saints in Paris appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Dallas Cowboys linebacker Marist Liufau returned to practice Thursday, opening his 21‑day window to be activated from injured reserve after a forearm fracture suffered against the New Orleans Saints on Aug. 28. The third‑round pick, who logged 30 tackles, a sack and a forced fumble in 2025, says he feels great and is grateful to be back with the defense. Liufau highlighted the support of teammates, praised rookie Jaishawn Barham’s play‑calling, and noted DeMarvion Overshown’s pending return. Dallas held the Packers to 57 rushing yards and forced three sacks on Oct. 18, and now heads to Philadelphia for a Monday night showdown.
The Steelers head to Paris for a Week 7 showdown with the New Orleans Saints despite being thin at receiver after Michael Pittman Jr., Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek land on IR. Coach Mike McCarthy and quarterback Aaron Rodgers are upbeat about the reunion with veteran wideout Marquez Valdes‑Scantling, hoping practice‑squad elevations can fill the void at Stade de France.
The Steelers Depot’s weekly scouting report zeroes in on the New Orleans Saints’ offense, highlighting the scheme tactics that could trouble Pittsburgh. Co-authors break down the playbook, pinpointing key formations, tempo changes, and situational strategies that pose the biggest threats to the Steelers’ defense. While the piece also promises a player-focused analysis from Josh Carney, this preview emphasizes the scheme elements the Steelers should monitor most before the upcoming matchup on October 23, 2026.
The New Orleans Saints issue their Week 7 Friday injury report ahead of the Sunday matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Only two starters are listed as questionable, with defensive lineman Nathan Shepherd marked as a DNP due to illness. The report, posted on the team’s website, confirms limited impact on the Saints’ line heading into the game.
The Saints finish practice for their Week 7 Paris showdown against the Steelers on Oct. 25, but offensive lineman Cesar Ruiz (knee) and defensive tackle Nathan Shepherd (illness) are listed as questionable. Pittsburgh deals a bigger hit, with CB Ben Skowronek (calf) and WR Brandin Echols (hamstring) ruled out, and RB Rico Dowdle and safety DeShon Elliott both questionable with knee issues. This injury slate sets the stage for a high‑stakes clash at Stade de France.
Alex Highsmith is cleared to play in the Steelers’ Sunday game against the New Orleans Saints in Paris after a brief groin issue limited his practice participation earlier this week. He returned to full practice on Friday, though the team’s Friday session was canceled due to weather. Highsmith sits second on Pittsburgh’s sack list with three, trailing only T.J. Watt (4.5), and has 11 tackles and a pass defensed this season. Despite offseason trade‑rumors following Nick Herbig’s contract extension, Highsmith affirmed his commitment to Pittsburgh, saying he wants to be a Steeler for life and help bring another Super Bowl to the city.
Running back Rico Dowdle remains questionable with a knee injury ahead of the Steelers' Sunday matchup against the New Orleans Saints in Paris. Dowdle has been a limited participant in practice since Oct. 21 and missed three games after a toe injury earlier in the season. Backup Travis Homer has been filling in alongside Jaylen Warren, who has emerged as Pittsburgh's leading rusher. Dowdle contributed 40 yards on seven carries in the recent overtime win over Tampa Bay, but his availability will be crucial to keep Warren fresh moving forward.
In Week 7’s Paris showdown, the 4‑2 Steelers aim to extend their two‑game streak against a 2‑4 Saints squad that finally broke out with a high‑scoring win over the Giants. New Orleans posts a top‑10 points‑per‑game rank (25.3) despite a weak rush (97.3 YPG, 19th‑overall) and only modest passing numbers (224.2 YPG, 17th). The Saints have capitalized on soft defenses, but struggled against the league’s best unit (Vikings). Rookie QB Tyler Shough matches Aaron Rodgers with 12 TDs and 5 INTs, yet the offense leans on quick throws amid a porous pass rush. Steelers should expect relentless inside‑zone runs, as the Saints’ run game ranks near the bottom of the league.
The Pittsburgh Steelers received a concerning injury update Thursday after star outside linebacker T.J. Watt was limited in practice with a calf issue. However, head coach Mike McCarthy remains optimistic about his availability for Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints. The development comes as Pittsburgh prepares for its Week 7 matchup against New Orleans […] The post Steelers’ TJ Watt ‘limited’ in Thursday practice, Mike McCarthy not worried appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott, recovering from a hamstring/knee surgery that sidelined him since October, is listed as questionable for the Week 7 matchup against the New Orleans Saints in Paris. After a full‑practice showing on Wednesday and Thursday, Elliott missed Friday’s rain‑canceled session but remains poised to return, with head coach Mike McCarthy expressing optimism. The team released veteran backup Rayshawn Jenkins earlier this week, signaling confidence in Elliott’s comeback. He has been a limited participant in practice since early October and was on injured reserve at the start of the season.
In this week’s scouting report, Steelers Depot breaks down the New Orleans Saints’ defense ahead of the October 23 matchup. The piece outlines the Saints’ schematic approach—highlighting their aggressive pass rush and coverage tendencies—while co‑author Jake Brockhoff evaluates key players such as Cameron Sample, Marcus Davenport, and safety Malcolm Jenkins. The analysis explains how New Orleans aims to limit Pittsburgh’s YAC (yards after catch) game, offering insights for Steelers fans on what to expect and how the Rams might exploit defensive gaps.
The New Orleans Saints spent a week in Paris after their Sunday game, giving players extra time to acclimate to the European time zone before returning to the U.S. The trip, highlighted by a team‑posted photo of the players in France, is praised by the roster as a smart move for recovery. Meanwhile, the Saints enter Week 7 of the season after missing top linebacker prospects in the 2026 draft, but hope Kaden Elliss’s return will bolster a defense that still ranks poorly against both the run and pass.
The Minnesota Vikings are 5-0 and coming off a bye, yet the talk around Kyler Murray is getting louder. Murray was sharp in his last outing, completing 24 of 30 passes for 229 yards against the Saints. Now a familiar name from Las Vegas is back in the conversation, and a former head coach believes […] The post Minnesota Vikings Urged to Trade for Kirk Cousins Despite Vikings’ Undefeated Start With Kyler Murray appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
The New York Giants lost to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. By Thursday, Dennard Wilson had seen enough to call out his own players. The Giants defensive coordinator publicly criticized players who failed to pursue the ball in the 34-27 loss. He warned that unacceptable effort could lead to personnel changes, putting the defense […] The post NFL Stunner: Giants Coach Exposes Own Roster As “Traitors” After Saints Collapse appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .