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FILE - New Orleans Saints offensive tackle Trevor Penning (70) works out during the NFL football team's rookie minicamp in Metairie, La., Saturday, May 14, 2022. Saints new head coach Dennis Allen enters training camp with a roster that has been fortified at several key spots. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert, File)
Saints' 1st-rounder Penning building pugilistic reputation

By Brett Martel Aug. 02, 2022 06:38 PM EDT

Ohio State wide receiver Chris Olave stands with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after being chosen by the New Orleans Saints with the 11th pick of the NFL football draft Thursday, April 28, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Saints use first-round draft picks to fill offensive needs

By Guerry Smith Apr. 28, 2022 11:18 PM EDT

New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan (94) celebrates with outside linebacker Demario Davis (56) and middle linebacker Kwon Alexander (5) after sacking Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) in the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022. The Saints won 18-20. (AP Photo/Derick Hingle)
Saints gratified to close tough season with meaningful game

By Brett Martel Jan. 03, 2022 07:17 PM EST

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) carries on a touchdown reception in the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in New Orleans, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Derick Hingle)
Jordan, Saints' defense secure 18-10 win over Panthers

By Brett Martel Jan. 02, 2022 07:42 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow celebrates after the Bengals defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 34-31 in an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
The Latest: Four teams vying for final two NFC playoff spots

By The Associated Press Jan. 02, 2022 11:58 AM EST

New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill looks back as he runs for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Saints made most of better health and a struggling opponent

By Brett Martel Dec. 13, 2021 06:24 PM EST

New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton watches from the sideline in the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in New Orleans, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021. (AP Photo/Derick Hingle)
Payton re-evaluating all aspects of Saints' stagnant offense

By Brett Martel Nov. 26, 2021 06:17 PM EST

Buffalo Bills cornerback Tre'Davious White (27) defends a pass against New Orleans Saints wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith (10) in the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Injury-riddled Saints stagnant on offense in latest loss

By Guerry Smith Nov. 26, 2021 01:47 AM EST

Tennessee Titans players carry flags as they take the field before an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/John Amis)
New Orleans Saints at Tennessee Titans 11/14/2021

Nov. 14, 2021 01:21 PM EST

New Orleans Saints running back Alex Armah (40) celebrates his touchdown with running back Mark Ingram (14) in the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Derick Hingle)
Adaptable Saints take on Falcons with a new starting QB

By Brett Martel Nov. 04, 2021 05:16 PM EDT

New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton speaks with quarterback Jameis Winston (2) in the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Slumping Seahawks host rested Saints in key NFC matchup

By Tim Booth Oct. 21, 2021 07:14 PM EDT

New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton speaks with quarterback Jameis Winston (2) in the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Saints' week off comes as slew of key players near return

By Brett Martel Oct. 14, 2021 02:02 PM EDT

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (2) is flipped over by Washington Football Team linebacker Cole Holcomb (55) in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Hail Mary Saints: Winston has 4 TDs, Saints beat Washington

By Stephen Whyno Oct. 10, 2021 04:27 PM EDT

New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Ryan Glasgow (95) reacts after losing on overtime ti the New York Giants during an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. The Giants won 27-21. (AP Photo/Brett Duke)
Saints, Washington face off, both 2-2 and struggling

By The Associated Press Oct. 07, 2021 12:28 PM EDT

New Orleans Saints linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) reacts to a defensive stop in the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Derick Hingle)
Saints' Payton wants lessons from loss to Giants to stick

By Brett Martel Oct. 04, 2021 08:32 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger warms up before an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
The Latest: Brady sets NFL's career passing mark

By The Associated Press Oct. 03, 2021 12:35 PM EDT

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) looks to pass under pressure from Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Ta'Quon Graham, right, during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Saints energized by post-Ida 'domecoming' vs. NY Giants

By Brett Martel Sep. 30, 2021 08:15 PM EDT

New Orleans Saints strong safety Malcolm Jenkins (27) smiles after his touchdown against the New England Patriots during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Saints look to prolong Superdome streak vs. Giants

By The Associated Press Sep. 30, 2021 12:43 PM EDT

New Orleans Saints strong safety Malcolm Jenkins (27) celebrates after his touchdown against the New England Patriots during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Saints finally return home, and with an evolving identity

By Brett Martel Sep. 27, 2021 05:31 PM EDT

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones is taken down by New Orleans Saints linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Winston has 2 TDs, Saints pick Jones 3 times in 28-13 win

By Kyle Hightower Sep. 26, 2021 04:25 PM EDT