2016-17 look back
The New Orleans Saints went 7-9, finishing 3rd in the NFC South.
returning stars
Drew Brees is back again for the Saints, returning his 5000:7 perpetual passing yards-to-wins ratio.
key losses
Leading receiver Brandin Cooks is gone, and the Saints lost two defensive starters in safety Jairus Byrd and defensive lineman John Jenks. In a huge blow to New Orleans, the rest of their defense returns.
key additions
Running back Adrian Peterson, Luke Kuechly stunt double AJ Klein, and the always-reliable Ted Ginn.
draft night
Offensive tackle Ryan Ramczyk (1st round) and safety Marcus Williams (1st round)
how’d they do against us?
- vs. Panthers – W, 41-38
- at Panthers – W, 31-24
Famous fan
Two-time Academy Award winner Hilary Swank who was phenomenal in Boys Don’t Cry playing a male role. Kind of the opposite Saints’ linebacker Manti Te’o’s long-distance college girlfriend, who was played by a male. RIP.
MIAMI GARDENS, FL – FEBRUARY 07: Actress Hilary Swank (L) and musician Harry Connick, Jr. attend Super Bowl XLIV at Sun Life Stadium on February 7, 2010 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage)
2017-18 outlook
