Coach McCarthy previews game plan for upcoming Saints matchup

New Orleans enters at 2-4 after a 34-27 road win Oct. 18.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Coach McCarthy gives his key to the game against the Saints. @OurFordStore https://t.co/P3MLocxNcY Via @steelers on X

What happened: Coach McCarthy laid out his strategic priorities ahead of the regular-season meeting with the New Orleans Saints, following his Oct. 17 pregame breakdown.

Why it matters: The Saints hold the No. 10 conference seed on a one-game winning streak as they look to close the gap in the standings ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline.

By the numbers: New Orleans Saints: 2-4 overall record, W1 streak, No. 10 seed, 34-27 final score on Oct. 18.

What to watch: Official game statuses and active roster elevations will be finalized ahead of kickoff.

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