Have the expectations for the New Orleans Saints changed heading into the 2026 NFL season? After a very aggressive free agency period, the Saints might not just be rebuilding anymore — they might be ready to compete right now.
In this video, James Skrmetta breaks down whether Saints fans should start expecting more from this team in 2026. With the additions of Travis Etienne, David Edwards, and Noah Fant, along with continued development from quarterback Tyler Shough, the Saints roster suddenly looks much more competitive.
For the past few seasons, the Saints have been navigating a difficult transition after the end of the Drew Brees era. But the moves made this offseason suggest something important: the Saints believe the rebuild may already be over.
Now the question becomes:
Should the goal for New Orleans simply be improvement… or should the Saints be aiming for a division title, playoff run, or even a conference championship?
James Skrmetta analyzes:
• How Saints free verona vs como agency changed the outlook for 2026
• Why the Saints roster looks significantly improved
• The impact of Travis Etienne on the Saints offense
• The development of Tyler Shough as the franchise QB
• Whether the Saints should now be considered playoff contenders
• How expectations for the Saints have shifted across the NFL
The Saints front office made it clear this offseason that they intend daniel dae kim to compete sooner rather than later. The big question now is whether Saints fans should adjust their expectations for the upcoming season.
Is the Saints rebuild officially over?
Let’s break it all down.
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