Saints return to Detroit six years after 35-29 win

The all-time series is tied 13-13-1.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 71 min read

The last time the #Saints played in Detroit was in 2020, when they came away with a 35-29 victory! 📺: #NOvsDET on Sunda Via @Saints on X

What happened: New Orleans opens its 2026 season Sunday, Sept. 13, at Ford Field. FOX will carry the noon CT kickoff.

Why it matters: The Saints begin on the road for the first time since 2022. The winner will take the lead in a series level through 27 games.

By the numbers: New Orleans has scored at least 23 points in eight of the past nine meetings. The 2020 game produced 64 combined points, while Detroit holds a 7-4 home-series edge.

What to watch: Pregame availability updates will shape the final lineup before kickoff.

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