GM Mickey Loomis Officially Announces a New Direction for the Saints in the 2026 Season. A Decision That Could Change the Entire Future of the Franchise
New Orleans, Louisiana. 11/18/2025
The New Orleans Saints enter the final stretch of the 2025 season with more questions than answers. And this morning at the Training Facility in Metairie, general manager
Instead of continuing to patch up the roster year by year, Loomis confirmed that the Saints will begin a
During the press conference, Loomis spoke with firm determination:
“We need a new direction. This is the time to rebuild the right way, not just make temporary fixes. We want to build a team that can compete sustainably for many years to come. And if that means changing the foundation itself, we will not hesitate. Because what we do today will determine the future of this entire organization and the way the world sees the New Orleans Saints.”
With defensive icons like Cameron Jordan and Demario Davis nearing the end of their careers, the Saints must identify the next generation of leaders. Rookie Tyler Shough remains under evaluation, and Loomis emphasized that
A major part of the plan revolves around the 2026 Draft. Although Loomis did not mention any specific prospect, many analysts believe the Saints are paying close attention to
Additionally, Loomis revealed that the team will invest heavily in sports science, recovery systems, data-driven analysis, and a redefined player evaluation process. Something the Saints have not fully modernized in recent years.
At the end of the press conference, Loomis delivered a powerful message to the community:
“If we want to compete, we must evolve. And we will look for players who match the DNA of New Orleans. resilient, tough, and never willing to quit.”
This declaration not only marks a strategic shift, but also ignites new hope for Saints Nation. A new chapter is beginning. And 2026 may be the season that lays the foundation for the long-term resurgence of the New Orleans Saints.
Shedeur Sanders Predicted to Get One-Upped for Browns' Starting Job
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders finally made his NFL debut on Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens, but unfortunately, he didn’t help get them the win.
The Browns fell to the Ravens 23-16, and Sanders struggled in his first taste of NFL action. The Colorado alum completed 4 of 16 passes for 47 yards, he was sacked twice and threw one interception.
Sanders got the go-ahead to take over against the Ravens after Browns starter Dillon Gabriel suffered a concussion and was ruled out for game. Sanders is also expected to start in the team’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, which means Sanders will have to worry about star defensive end Maxx Crosby, who leads his team with six sacks and 14 tackles for loss.
If Sanders isn’t able to rise to the occasion again, or even if he is, there’s a good chance the Browns will be looking at drafting yet another signal-caller in the 2026 NFL draft. Alex Kay of Bleacher Report has an idea of who could step in and potentially be the franchise quarterback that the Browns have wanted for years.
Kay notes that “it’s already become clear that a good chunk of NFL teams have a quarterback problem that will need to be addressed during the 2026 offseason.” For the Browns, he seems them drafting Fernando Mendoza of the Indiana Hoosiers.
“The Browns can’t afford to whiff if they decide to take a crack at a first-round quarterback prospect for the first time since selecting Baker Mayfield at No. 1 overall in 2018,” Kay stated. “With Cleveland trending towards becoming the first of many QB-needy squads to go on the clock during the 2026 draft, Fernando Mendoza would be the optimal choice.”
Mendoza has gained plenty of attention leading Indiana to an 11-0 record and No. 2 national ranking in the AP top 25 poll.
“He’s accomplished this while completing an impressive 73 percent of his passes for 2,641 yards and an absurd 30 touchdowns,” Kay added.
Kay even says that the Cleveland Browns “shouldn’t hesitate” to snag Mendoza as the No. 1 overall pick and “hand him the keys to their offense.”
