Saints and Steelers face tricky wind and unfamiliar environment in Paris

Sunday's matchup marks the NFL's first game in France.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 20m1 min read

“This is different. This wind, this environment, is different.” —@T_Armstead72 live from Paris on what the Saints and S Via @gmfb on X

What happened: Speaking live from Paris on Good Morning Football, @T_Armstead72 pointed to the distinct wind patterns and stadium atmosphere awaiting both clubs this weekend. The league heightened security for the international showcase after local civil unrest prompted Pittsburgh to cancel a scheduled fan event on Thursday.

Why it matters: Swirling conditions could complicate the downfield passing attack for a Pittsburgh offense already thin at wide receiver ahead of the trade deadline. Both clubs arrive in Europe seeking to extend winning streaks as the Steelers defend an AFC wild-card spot and the Saints try to close the gap in the NFC.

By the numbers: Pittsburgh sits at 4-2 (No. 6 seed, W2 streak) following a 26-19 victory on Oct. 18. New Orleans enters at 2-4 (No. 10 seed, W1 streak) after a 34-27 win on the same day.

What to watch: Kickoff is set for Sunday, Oct. 25 in Paris, where pregame warmups will give kickers and quarterbacks their first live gauge of the stadium winds.

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@gmfb 2026-10-23T13:06:54.527966+00:00

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