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2026 regular season · completed games only (latest: Week 5)Record1-34 games
Points for10511th of 32
Points against12831st of 32
Point diff-2325th of 32
Off. EPA/play ?−.01015th of 32
Def. EPA/play ?+.14630th of 32
Off. success44.3%14th of 32
Def. success51.8%32nd of 32
EPA = expected points added per play: how much each snap moved the team's scoring chances. Offense: higher is better. Defense: lower is better. Stats: nflverse (nflfastR), CC BY 4.0 · updated Oct 11, 1:45 PM ET
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Same story = outlets reporting the same development · Related = other angles1 outlet + 2 relatedHalftime Update: New Orleans Saints 7, Minnesota Vikings 6 | 2026 NFL Week 5
Neither the Saints nor the Vikings have been able to put much together consistently on offense in the first 30 minutes on Sunday, but New Orleans has a 7-6… Summary from publisher descriptions · ProFootballTalk
1 outlet + 1 relatedJustin Jefferson TD catch gives Vikings 13-7 lead over Saints
Alvin Kamara spent the week nursing a back injury, and the latest news on his status could change how the Saints attack a Vikings defense that has been pretty… Summary from publisher descriptions · Yardbarker
Canal Street Chronicles
SB Nation team blog- Saints vs. Vikings: Week 5 game chat
The New Orleans Saints host the Minnesota Vikings today, looking to win their first home game of the season. The Saints enter this game as the underdog, as they look to win back the home crowd.
Read at Canal Street Chronicles → - New Orleans Saints vs. Minnesota Vikings Inactives: Vernon Broughton and Nathan Shepherd ruled out
Week 5 of the 2026 NFL season is here, and the New Orleans Saints (1-3) are home in the Caesars Superdome this afternoon as they prepare to take on the Minnesota Vikings (4-0) With kickoff just minutes away, let’s take a look at today’s inactives. New Orleans Saints: MINNESOTA…
Read at Canal Street Chronicles → - College Players to Watch: Week 5
The New Orleans Saints have struggled through the first four games, and there are some obvious deficiencies that have been on display week in and week out. So, if you’re looking for college football games to watch, let’s go over some players to be on the lookout for this weekend…
Read at Canal Street Chronicles → Canal Street Chronicles: 2 betting previews (Week 5)
- Saints vs. Vikings How to Watch: Game time, TV, streaming, radio, and odds
Welcome to Saints game day! The Saints face the Vikings in the third-consecutive game in the Caesars Superdome today.
Read at Canal Street Chronicles → - Canal Street Chronicles: Week 5 Saints vs. Vikings Bold Predictions
Week 5 of the 2026 regular season is here, and the New Orleans Saints are back home in the dome again this week for a matchup against the Minnesota Vikings So, let’s jump right in and take a look at some of the Canal Street Chronicles and ATVS staff’s predictions for this week’s…
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- Saints vs. Vikings How to Watch: Game time, TV, streaming, radio, and odds
- New Orleans Saints News: Saints passing attack continues to be the strength of the offense
Welcome to today’s roundup of New Orleans Saints and NFL news. Our defense vs. their offense: Minnesota Vikings Welcome back, Justin Jefferson!
Read at Canal Street Chronicles → - If the Saints win/lose vs. Vikings
The New Orleans Saints are looking to pick themselves up off the floor after being routed by the Atlanta Falcons on Monday Night Football. They host the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday in yet another pivotal early-season game for the black and gold.
Read at Canal Street Chronicles → - Our defense vs. their offense: Minnesota Vikings
The challenge for the Saints continues this week as they are set to host the undefeated Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings come into New Orleans 4-0, and while they feature offensive players with elite talent, this Vikings offense has yet to hit its stride.
Read at Canal Street Chronicles → - CSC Reacts Results: Will the Saints get a win over the Vikings on Sunday?
In this week’s reacts poll, we asked readers if they think the Saints can defeat the Vikings on Sunday? Unfortunately, only 25% of voters think the Saints can come away with a victory over the Vikings this weekend.
Read at Canal Street Chronicles → - A look back at the history between the Saints and Vikings
In Week 5, the New Orleans Saints will host the undefeated Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, Oct. 11, at the Caesars Superdome. These two teams first faced one another way back on Oct. 13, 1968, when New Orleans defeated Minnesota 20-17 in Tulane Stadium.
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Yardbarker
Saints feed- Saints legend is expected to give Tyler Shough and Co. the exact shot in the arm they need heading into crucial Vikings game
Alvin Kamara spent the week nursing a back injury, and the latest news on his status could change how the Saints attack a Vikings defense that has been pretty stout against the run.
Read at Yardbarker → - Saints QB Tyler Shough dealing with sore left hand, expects to play Sunday
New Orleans quarterback Tyler Shough doesn't expect his sore left hand to prevent him from playing on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. Shough's non-throwing hand was wrapped during the team's walk-through on Wednesday, when he was listed as limited in an estimation of…
Read at Yardbarker → - New Orleans Saints QB Tyler Shough Has Sudden Injury Concern
Tyler Shough finished every snap of the New Orleans Saints’ Monday night loss to the Atlanta Falcons, yet two days later, his name appeared on the team’s Wednesday injury report.
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- Saints vs. Vikings NFL Week 5 Broadcast Map: Will you be able to watch on TV?
The New Orleans Saints are staying home this week with the undefeated Minnesota Vikings coming to town. Here’s how you can watch the game.
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New Orleans Saints official
Official team news- Halftime Update: New Orleans Saints 7, Minnesota Vikings 6 | 2026 NFL Week 5
Saints will get the ball to start the second half
Read at New Orleans Saints official → - New Orleans Saints inactives for Minnesota Vikings game | 2026 NFL Week 5
DL Nathan Shepherd, Vernon Broughton out for Sunday's game vs. Vikings
Read at New Orleans Saints official → - Five things to know about the New Orleans Saints for Sunday, October 11
Saints look to close their three-game homestand on a high note against Minnesota
Read at New Orleans Saints official → - Morning Break: Saints prepare to face Vikings at Caesars Superdome
A collection of headlines and news about the Saints and the NFL for Sunday, October 11
Read at New Orleans Saints official → - Saints announce roster moves and game status report update
Shift4 Transaction Alert: Saints announce gameday elevations for Week 5 vs. Vikings
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- Key Ingredients to Victory: Saints vs. Vikings | 2026 NFL Week 5
Protecting quarterback Tyler Shough is paramount against blitz-heavy Vikings
Read at New Orleans Saints official → - Five things to know about the New Orleans Saints for Saturday, October 10
Saints prepare to host the Vikings, Drew Brees’ Ring of Honor ceremony approaches
Read at New Orleans Saints official → - Morning Break: Chris Olave set to play Sunday as Saints host Vikings
A collection of headlines and news about the Saints and the NFL for Saturday, October 10
Read at New Orleans Saints official → - New Orleans Saints aim to get back to basics against the run
"Just get back to what we were doing all offseason, all camp and really honing down on doing your running lane, your job"
Read at New Orleans Saints official → - Former New Orleans Saints coach Mike Ditka epitomized toughness while forging Hall of Fame career
His legacy includes the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Super Bowl champion and NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year
Read at New Orleans Saints official → - Saints Friday Injury Report: 2026 Week 5 vs. Minnesota Vikings
Three Saints listed as out, six as questionable on Friday's Saints Injury Report for Week 5 against the Vikings
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Who Dat Dish (FanSided)
Team blog- Chris Olave credits Saints legend for his blazing start to 2026
New Orleans Saints WR Chris Olave has been on fire this season, and he points to Michael Thomas, and their conversations, as inspiration for a massive goal
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - 2026 Saints are starting to feel a lot like the 2024 Saints
This season is beginning to feel a lot like 2024 for the New Orleans Saints, and Kellen Moore needs to go look at how that turned out for Dennis Allen
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - Saints have one opportunity to save their season vs Vikings
It’s only week 5, but the New Orleans Saints are in do-or-die territory. Their upcoming matchup against the Vikings will set the tone for the rest of the season
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → Who Dat Dish (FanSided): 6 betting previews (Week 5)
- Chris Olave leads bold predictions in Saints' Week 5 matchup vs Vikings
The New Orleans Saints are going to need a few bold predictions to come true to knock off the Minnesota Vikings, and they all play into the offense.
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - Saints vs Vikings score predictions show little faith of a bounce back game
Keeping Tyler Shough clean is key to the New Orleans Saints getting back on track at home against the Minnesota Vikings after consecutive embarrassing losses
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - Saints' Week 4 score prediction: Falcons shut down in Domecoming 20th anniversary
It's Hate Week, and this week is in tribute to the New Orleans Saints victory over the Atlanta Falcons. The Who Dat Dish staff believes history repeats itself
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - 3 bold predictions for a Saints victory vs Falcons
If the New Orleans Saints can achieve these 3 things vs the Atlanta Falcons, they'll come out victorious, but it's much easier said than done
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - 3 bold Saints predictions ahead of Week 3 matchup vs the Raiders
The New Orleans Saints are lookng to make it two in the row vs the Las Vegas Raiders and these three bold predictions will help them get it done.
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - Saints sweep staff predictions for home opener vs Raiders
The New Orleans Saints take on the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 3. Does our staff believe they can achieve their first winning streak of the 2026 campaign?
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- Chris Olave leads bold predictions in Saints' Week 5 matchup vs Vikings
- Chase Young is licking his chops after Vikings rule starter out
New Orleans Saints edge Chase Young will face Minnesota Vikings backup left tackle Ryan Van Demark, and it's a matchup Young has to win
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - Cam Jordan says the quiet part out loud about Vikings offense
The New Orleans Saints don't haven't earned the right to overlook a unproductive Vikings offense. Cam Jordan knows it, but it's even deeper than he let on
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - Saints' defense can't underestimate the Vikings' rush attack
The New Orleans Saints' run defense won't be getting any rest after an embarrassing performance last week, with the Minnesota Vikings coming to town.
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - Chris Olave injury update is music to Saints fans' ears
Chris Olave has no injury designation for the New Orleans Saints game vs Minnesota Vikings, and Tyler Shough and Olave's chemistry must be on point this week
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - Brandon Staley fires back at Troy Aikman's odd MNF comments
Troy Aikman's comments on a pregame meeting with Brandon Staley caught many ears. The New Orleans Saints DC strongly denied Aikman's sentiment on Thursday
Read at Who Dat Dish (FanSided) → - How Saints defense can recover from ugly two week spiral
Don’t sugarcoat it: the New Orleans Saints defense has been a massive disappointment recently. They’ve tallied back-to-back subpar performances must rebound.
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WWL-TV Saints
Local beat coverage- LeCompte: What went wrong in the Saints-Falcons game
Sports Director Ricardo LeCompte explains what led to the disastrous 45-24 final score Monday night.
Read at WWL-TV Saints → - From the Saints' early years to Katrina, 93-year-old reflects on nearly 60 years of fandom
Season ticket holder Lai Lee has followed the Saints since the very beginning. She reflects on the team's start in Tulane Stadium to their success post-Katrina.
Read at WWL-TV Saints → - 3 women trapped, threatened in parking lot after Saints game
Three women describe an hour-long ordeal in a Poydras Street garage where they say a man blocked their car and police never arrived.
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- Drew Brees, NFL surprise widow of fallen Baton Rouge officer with Super Bowl tickets
Trenisha Lasahay Jackson and her son received the special surprise during Monday's Saints-Falcons game.
Read at WWL-TV Saints → - Trombone Shorty, Juvenile and more light up the Superdome during halftime show
Some of New Orleans’ biggest names brought the sounds and spirit of New Orleans to the Superdome during Monday's Domecoming celebrations.
Read at WWL-TV Saints → - Mayor Moreno loses Saints bet, must wear Falcons jersey
The mayor made the wager ahead of Monday night’s 20th anniversary of the Saints’ iconic Domecoming game.
Read at WWL-TV Saints → - What they're saying nationally about the Saints after primetime loss to Falcons
Here are some of the top headlines from sports journalists across the country.
Read at WWL-TV Saints → - Saints suffer embarrassing 45-24 loss to Falcons
Despite the hype, the Saints failed to deliver for the 20th anniversary of the Domecoming game.
Read at WWL-TV Saints → - 'We got that bird on the grill': Saints fans fired up before 'Domecoming' matchup
Before Monday night’s kickoff, Saints fans filled the streets around the Superdome with tailgates, music and second-line celebrations.
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Around the NFL
From league outlets- Jonas Sanker returns fumble 87 yards for TD, Saints-Vikings tied 13-13
It looked like the Vikings had taken control of Sunday's matchup with the Saints, but New Orleans just changed the game with a turnover.
Read at ProFootballTalk → - Justin Jefferson TD catch gives Vikings 13-7 lead over Saints
At long, long last, the Vikings have scored an offensive touchdown.
Read at ProFootballTalk → - Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson suffers concussion against Saints
The Vikings' injury-ravaged offense absorbed another blow when tight end T.J. Hockenson suffered a concussion on the second play of their game against the Saints.
Read at ESPN → - Saints lead Vikings 7-6 at halftime
Neither the Saints nor the Vikings have been able to put much together consistently on offense in the first 30 minutes on Sunday, but New Orleans has a 7-6 halftime lead.
Read at ProFootballTalk → - Vikings tight end Hockenson exits with concussion vs. Saints
- Saints vs. Vikings: Week 5 game thread
The Saints host the Vikings in this Week 5 matchup. Join us here for the game!
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- Vikings vs. Saints odds, picks, prediction, spread, line: Start time, NFL Week 5 betting preview, best bets
Here's everything bettors need to know for Vikings vs. Saints in NFL Week 5 action
Read at CBS Sports → - Bijan Robinson powers Falcons past Saints with 145 yards, two TDs