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New Orleans Saints — 2026 Season Schedule

2026 Season Schedule

All 17 regular season games, the Week 8 bye, kickoff times, TV coverage, and venue details.

Verified July 14, 2026

New Orleans Saints Regular Season Schedule

Dates and kickoff times display in Eastern Time. Games marked TBD follow the late season scheduling process, and selected prime-time matchups can be flexed under league policy.

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New Orleans Saints 2026 regular season schedule
WeekDateMatchupVenueKickoffLocal TVTicket Tier
1Sun, Sep 13at Detroit LionsFord Field1:00 PM ETFOX$ Value
2Sun, Sep 20at Baltimore RavensM&T Bank Stadium1:00 PM ETCBS$ Value
3Sun, Sep 27vs Las Vegas RaidersCaesars Superdome4:25 PM ETCBS$$ Standard
4Mon, Oct 5vs Atlanta FalconsCaesars Superdome8:15 PM ETESPN$$$ Marquee
5Sun, Oct 11vs Minnesota VikingsCaesars Superdome1:00 PM ETFOX$$ Standard
6Sun, Oct 18at New York GiantsMetLife Stadium1:00 PM ETFOX$ Value
7Sun, Oct 25vs Pittsburgh SteelersNeutral siteStade de France9:30 AM ETNFL Net$$$ Marquee
8🌴 Official Bye Week • Full Roster Recovery Window
9Sun, Nov 8vs Cleveland BrownsCaesars Superdome1:00 PM ETCBS$$ Standard
10Sun, Nov 15vs Carolina PanthersCaesars Superdome1:00 PM ETFOX$$ Standard
11Sun, Nov 22at Chicago BearsSoldier Field1:00 PM ETFOX$ Value
12Sun, Nov 29at Cincinnati BengalsPaycor Stadium1:00 PM ETCBS$ Value
13Sun, Dec 6vs Green Bay PackersCaesars Superdome1:00 PM ETFOX$$ Standard
14Sun, Dec 13at Carolina PanthersBank of America Stadium1:00 PM ETCBS$ Value
15Sun, Dec 20at Tampa Bay BuccaneersRaymond James Stadium1:00 PM ETFOX$ Value
16Sun, Dec 27vs Arizona CardinalsCaesars Superdome1:00 PM ETFOX$$ Standard
17Sun, Jan 3at Atlanta FalconsMercedes-Benz Stadium1:00 PM ETFOX$ Value
18TBDvs Tampa Bay BuccaneersCaesars SuperdomeTBDTBD$$ Standard
1 game is still awaiting a confirmed date or kickoff time. Week 18 dates, times, and networks are set after Week 17, while designated Week 16 and Week 17 games follow the NFL published selection windows.
Frequently Asked Questions

When is the New Orleans Saints bye week in 2026?

The New Orleans Saints have their scheduled bye week in Week 8 of the 2026 NFL regular season.

How many home games do the New Orleans Saints play in 2026?

The New Orleans Saints play 8 home games at Caesars Superdome, 8 road games, and 1 neutral site game(s) during the 17-game 2026 regular season.

Where do the New Orleans Saints play their home games?

The New Orleans Saints play their home matchups at Caesars Superdome. Detailed seating information, gate hours, and parking tips are covered in our venue guide.

What TV channels broadcast New Orleans Saints games in 2026?

New Orleans Saints games are broadcast across major NFL partner networks including FOX, CBS, ESPN, NFL Net, TBD.

Can New Orleans Saints game times or dates change?

Yes. Sunday games can be moved into Sunday Night, Monday Night, or Thursday Night windows under the NFL flexible scheduling policy. Final Week 18 dates and times are set following Week 17.

Verified July 14, 2026New Orleans Saints Schedule Notes

Season Breakdown and Key Matchups

The New Orleans Saints play 17 regular season games with their scheduled bye week in Week 8. The season opens at Detroit Lions and concludes vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

This schedule tracker includes 16 matchups with officially confirmed kickoff windows. Any remaining listings marked TBD follow late season selection policies set by the league.

Opening Matchups

  • Week 1: at Detroit Lions
  • Week 2: at Baltimore Ravens
  • Week 3: vs Las Vegas Raiders

Broadcast and Travel Notes

  • Kickoff times on this schedule display in Eastern Time for consistent planning across all venues.
  • Selected prime-time matchups can be flexed under NFL policies, and Week 18 details are announced following Week 17.

Schedule context verified against official 2026 NFL league data.

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