The New Orleans Saints’ injury outlook improves as reports show key players like rookie guard Cesar Ruiz missed Wednesday’s practice but are expected to return soon. GM Mickey Loomis urges patience with the league’s tenth‑oldest roster, while the team enjoyed a unique practice session in France, highlighted by a humorous tweet from Alvin Kamara and Cam Jordan. The roundup also promotes the SB Nation app for live game chats and community interaction.
The NFL’s upcoming game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New Orleans Saints at the Stade de France was planned as a historic milestone for the league’s European expansion. But the widespread civil unrest across Paris has quickly transformed the event into a major security challenge, forcing the NFL to defend its safety plans while […]
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New Orleans Saints running back Travis Etienne Jr. (hamstring) got off to a very slow start to his 2026 season. […]
Saints head coach Kellen Moore says the team's early arrival in Paris gives them a strategic edge over the Steelers, who depart the same day of the game. While most NFL clubs aim to match travel schedules for international matchups, New Orleans chose to settle in a week early, allowing extra practice time and acclimation. Moore told reporters that this approach should boost preparation and reduce fatigue ahead of the October 24 showdown in Paris.
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Falcons Falcons DL coach Nate Ollie has built a reputation for being boisterous on the sideline. Atlanta OLBs coach John Timu said Ollie’s energy is “infectious” to their players and staff. “His energy is infectious,” Timu said, via John Kendall of The Athletic. “It’s kind of hard to match because I always want to be […]
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Running back Rico Dowdle lands on the Steelers’ injury report again on Wednesday with a knee issue as Pittsburgh gears up for its Paris showdown against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Dowdle, who returned from a Week 2 toe injury to log seven carries for 40 yards in a 26-19 win at Tampa Bay, was expected to share backfield duties with rising star Jaylen Warren, who has become the team’s primary ball carrier. With Warren’s workload increasing, keeping him fresh is vital, and Dowdle’s availability could be key to the Steelers’ offensive balance heading into the international game.
The New Orleans Saints finish their first Week 7 practice ahead of the October 25 Paris showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Center Cesar Ruiz (No. 51) sits out the Wednesday session, while kicker Daniel Carlson is listed as personal/NIR. Linebackers Anfernee Jennings and Kaden Elliss, plus running backs CJ Donaldson and Alvin Kamara, are limited. Quarterback Tyler Shough, defensive tackle Nathan Shepherd and cornerback Kool‑Aid McKinstry are fully healthy. Steelers updates are still pending.
The New Orleans Saints travel to Paris for their Week 7 showdown at Stade de France, but Wednesday’s injury report dampens optimism. Starting quarterback Tyler Shough participates in full practice, while two other players are listed as day‑no‑play (DNP). The report hints at lingering concerns for the roster ahead of the international game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The New York Giants announce J.J. McCarthy as the starter for Week 7 against the Houston Texans, ending Jameis Winston’s turnover‑laden outing. After a 243‑yard, one‑touchdown fourth‑quarter surge that sparked a near‑comeback versus the Saints, coach John Harbaugh cites McCarthy’s mobility and arm strength as a perfect fit for Matt Nagy’s scheme originally built for Jaxson Dart. The shift also aims to energize the offense against Houston’s pass rush, though success hinges on a revived running game from Cam Skattebo. McCarthy’s first official start marks a pivotal moment for the Giants.
Safety DeShon Elliott returns to full participation in Wednesday’s Steelers practice, his first snap since being placed on injured reserve with a knee injury and designated to return. The move follows the release of veteran safety Rayshawn Jenkins, signaling that Elliott could re‑join the 53‑man roster ahead of the Week 7 showdown with the New Orleans Saints in Paris. Six Steelers remain non‑participants, including Jalen Ramsey (wrist) and Ben Skowronek (calf), while T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward sit out for rest. New limited listings are Alex Highsmith (groin) and Rico Dowdle (knee).
The Steelers issue their first injury report for Week 7, revealing six absentees from practice ahead of the Sunday matchup with the New Orleans Saints. Defensive back Jalen Ramsey sits out with a wrist injury, wide receiver Ben Skowronek nursing a calf strain, and cornerback Brandin Echols is sidelined by a hamstring issue. Defensive linemen Sebastian Joseph-Day (tricep) and Cam Heyward (rest), plus edge rusher T.J. Watt (rest), also miss practice. The report underscores the mounting health challenges Pittsburgh faces heading into the game.
J.J. Watt says the Steelers will “go as late as humanly possible” on their Paris trip for Sunday’s regular‑season showdown with the New Orleans Saints, highlighting the team’s rare overseas schedule. After a Dublin game last year, Pittsburgh returns to Europe for its second international matchup, sparking excitement over travel logistics, player readiness and the unique backdrop of a French venue.
J.J. McCarthy reacted to being named the New York Giants' starting quarterback over Jameis Winston on Wednesday.
The Pittsburgh Steelers release veteran safety Rayshawn Jenkins on October 21, 2026, clearing a spot on the 53-man roster ahead of their upcoming trip to Paris for a game against the New Orleans Saints. The move is confirmed via the team's official tweet, prompting a roster adjustment before the international matchup.
The Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints are preparing for their upcoming matchup in Paris amid security concerns following recent protests and unrest across France. The game is scheduled for Oct 25 at Stade de France. Security arrangements for the teams’ visit remain a concern as the matchup approaches. Steelers DT discusses security instructions for […]
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The NFL is continuing with plans to host its first regular-season game in France ahead of the October 25 matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints. Preparations for the game are continuing in coordination with French authorities and security partners. Questions have been raised about the safety of players, their families, staff and […]
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The New Orleans Saints travel to France for the NFL’s inaugural game on French soil, facing the Pittsburgh Steelers on Oct. 21, 2026. Saints head coach Kellen Moore reflects on the lessons he absorbed while serving as an assistant under former Vikings and Packers boss Mike McCarthy, a connection that links the two teams despite their infrequent meetings. Moore discusses how McCarthy’s offensive philosophy and leadership style shaped his own approach, offering insight ahead of the historic matchup in Paris.
In Episode 38 of The Terrible Podcast (Season 17), Alex Kozora and the host dissect the Steelers' recent move to add veteran receiver Marquez Valdes‑Scantling to the practice squad and debate his potential impact in the upcoming Sunday game in Paris against the New Orleans Saints. The show also breaks down the All‑22 footage of the Steelers‑Buccaneers matchup, recaps Monday press conferences, and previews what’s next for Pittsburgh’s offense.
The game will be held at Stade de France, a stadium located north of central Paris in Saint-Denis.
New Orleans Saints cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. earns NFC Defensive Player of the Week honors after a breakout game in Week 6 against the New York Giants. Emerson helped the Saints secure a 34–27 win, contributing two of the team's four takeaways, including an interception and a forced fumble. The award marks the first Saints weekly conference accolade of the 2026 season and follows Emerson’s move from the Cleveland Browns, where he was a 2022 third‑round pick, to New Orleans in April. He now totals 13 tackles, two interceptions, four passes defended and a forced fumble in five games.
According to Jeremy Fowler, the Giants plan to start QB J.J. McCarthy in Week 7 against the Texans. McCarthy made the most of his time in Week 6’s loss to the Saints after entering for Jameis Winston. Following the game, HC John Harbaugh was asked whether he would consider replacing Winston with McCarthy, who nearly sparked […]
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Dani Watt, T.J. Watt’s wife, publicly questions the NFL’s decision to keep the Steelers‑Saints Week 7 matchup in Paris despite the city’s political unrest. She posted an Instagram story demanding an explanation, while the league promises heightened security. The controversy joins broader fan and media concerns about the viability of the game abroad.
The New Orleans Saints will list rookie wideout Jordyn Tyson as inactive for Sunday’s showdown in Paris against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Tyson, a former Arizona State star with 75 catches for 1,101 yards and 10 TDs in 2024, has been sidelined by a hamstring issue since mid‑August and won’t practice this week, according to GM Mickey Loomis. The injury adds to his history of setbacks, including a torn knee in 2022 and a previous collarbone problem. Steelers legend Hines Ward dismisses past doubts about Tyson’s toughness, recalling his clutch performance in college.
Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 7 fantasy football lineup decisions involve […]