The 2026 New Orleans Saints schedule begins in the preseason on August 15 with a home game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
This full 2026 New Orleans Saints schedule includes three exhibition games, a 17-game regular season, one bye week, an international contest in Paris, multiple primetime windows, and a potential flexed finale.
Here is every date, time, network, and venue.
2026 New Orleans Saints Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preseason | ||||
| Saturday | Jacksonville JaguarsCaesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | 4:00pm ET ETESPN App | ||
| Preseason | ||||
| Saturday | at Los Angeles RamsSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 4:00pm ET ETESPN App | ||
| Preseason | ||||
| Friday | at Dallas CowboysAT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX | 8:00pm ET ETESPN App | ||
| Sunday | at Detroit LionsFord Field, Detroit, MI | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Baltimore RavensM&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD | 1:00pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Las Vegas RaidersCaesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | 4:25pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Monday | Atlanta FalconsCaesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | 8:15pm ET ETESPN | ||
| Sunday | Minnesota VikingsCaesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at New York GiantsMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| International Game | ||||
| Sunday | Pittsburgh SteelersStade de France, Paris, France | 9:30am ET ETNFLN | ||
| Bye Week | ||||
| Sunday | OFF | |||
| Sunday | Cleveland BrownsCaesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | 1:00pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Carolina PanthersCaesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Chicago BearsSoldier Field, Chicago, IL | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Cincinnati BengalsPaycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH | 1:00pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Green Bay PackersCaesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Carolina PanthersBank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC | 1:00pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Tampa Bay BuccaneersRaymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | Arizona CardinalsCaesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Atlanta FalconsMercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| TBA or Sat Jan 9 | ||||
| Sunday | Tampa Bay BuccaneersCaesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
Preseason Results from the 2026 New Orleans Saints Schedule
New Orleans finished the preseason 1-2.
The Saints opened with a 24-20 home loss to Jacksonville. They then dropped a 34-0 decision at the Los Angeles Rams and closed with a 27-24 win at Dallas.
Those results gave the coaching staff a clear evaluation window before the regular season.
How the 2026 New Orleans Saints Schedule Unfolds
The Saints open on the road against the Detroit Lions.
They then visit Baltimore before hosting the Las Vegas Raiders. A Monday night home contest against Atlanta follows, then a home date with Minnesota.
A road trip to the New York Giants comes next, followed by an international game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Paris. The bye arrives on November 1.
After the break New Orleans hosts Cleveland and Carolina, then travels to Chicago and Cincinnati. A home game against Green Bay sits in early December, followed by road contests at Carolina and Tampa Bay.
The schedule closes with a home date against Arizona, a road trip to Atlanta, and a home finale against Tampa Bay (still TBA and possibly flexed).
Games That Stand Out on the Saints Schedule 2026
Several dates already stand out.
The Monday night home opener against Atlanta and the international game against Pittsburgh in Paris are clear calendar highlights. The early road tests at Detroit and Baltimore also set a challenging tone.
The two meetings with Atlanta, the two against Carolina, and the two against Tampa Bay will heavily influence the NFC South race. High-profile home games against Minnesota, Green Bay, and Arizona add further interest.
How to Watch Saints Games
Most Sunday afternoon games air on FOX or CBS.
Primetime and special-window slots include ESPN for Monday Night Football and NFL Network for the Paris international game. Preseason used the ESPN App.
Always check local listings closer to game week for any flexible scheduling updates. For official broadcast details, visit the NFL.com Saints schedule or the team’s official site.
What the 2026 New Orleans Saints Schedule Means for New Orleans
The 2026 New Orleans Saints schedule features an early stretch of difficult road games, a useful midseason bye, an international contest in Paris, multiple national-window opportunities, and a demanding late slate filled with NFC South rivalries.
How the Saints handle the division slate and the tougher primetime and international contests will largely shape their postseason path. Fans looking for tickets can also check related pages such as Saints home games or how to watch Saints games.
FAQ
When does the 2026 New Orleans Saints schedule start?
Preseason begins August 15 against Jacksonville. The regular season opens September 13 at Detroit.
When is the Saints’ bye week?
New Orleans is off on November 1.
How many home games do the Saints have?
Nine regular-season home games at Caesars Superdome (including the international game as a designated home contest), plus one preseason home game.
Are there any special or TBA games on the schedule?
Yes. The schedule includes an international game in Paris, a Monday Night Football home date, and a final home contest against Tampa Bay that remains TBA and could still be flexed to Saturday.
