NFL Executive Urges Saints To 'Completely Start Over' At Trade Deadline
The New Orleans Saints have a lot of big decisions on their plate this year. They've stumbled out to a 0-4 start on the season and don't seem to be showing any signs of turning it around.
As a result, there have been rumors indicating the Saints could part ways with a lot of valuable pieces in order to lean further into their rebuild. This could mean the Saints make more than a handful of big trades in the coming weeks. One NFL executive believes they should "completely start over."
"(Saints coach Kellen Moore) is an offensive guy, so I’m sure he doesn’t want to get rid of them," An NFL executive said, via FOX Sports' Ralph Vacchiano. "But for the good of the franchise, they’ve got to consider it. I doubt either of them will still be there when the Saints are good again. They should just completely start over."
What could the executive mean by this?
Let's dig a little deeper.
Saints need to make big moves at the trade deadline
When the executive states the Saints should completely start over, the most likely outcome includes four or five massive trades. There are a lot of Saints players who could be moved in this instance.
Alvin Kamara and Chris Olave are the first two players that come to mind as trade candidates. Kamara has received a lot of buzz over the last few weeks, with insiders linking him to the Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Chargers, and plenty of others. He's unlikely to be in New Orleans by the time the team is ready to compete again. Olave is younger, but it doesn't seem like he's going to be re-signing in New Orleans.
Demario Davis, Trevor Penning, Pete Werner, Rashid Shaheed, and plenty of others make sense as trade chips, too.
At the end of the day, the Saints could cast a wide net. They could be willing to cut ties with practically any player on their roster in order to stack up on picks and younger players.
The rebuild in New Orleans is only just beginning. The team likely isn't going to compete for a while, so it's best to lean into the rebuild.
After 27–14 Win, Drake Maye Stuns Everyone by Comforting a Devastated Justin Fields on the Sideline
Charlotte, North Carolina — In a commanding Week 11 victory that ended 27–14 in favor of the Carolina Panthers, the most powerful and unexpected moment didn’t come from a touchdown, a deep throw, or a game-changing turnover. It came long after the final whistle — on the Chicago Bears’ silent, heartbroken sideline.
Justin Fields, Chicago’s embattled quarterback and emotional core of the team, sat alone on the bench with his helmet resting beside him. Despite flashes of brilliance throughout the game, Fields was pressured relentlessly, missing key throws and absorbing multiple hits that stalled Chicago’s comeback attempts. As the clock hit zero, the weight of another tough loss sat heavy across his shoulders.
Teammates drifted toward the tunnel. Fields stayed seated — elbows on his knees, eyes locked on the grass, frustration filling the air around him.
Then Drake Maye walked over.
Fresh off leading the Panthers to an impressive
When Drake reached the Bears’ sideline, he placed a steady hand on Fields’ shoulder.
Justin looked up, eyes tired, disappointment clear on his face.
Maye leaned in, pulled him into a brief, sincere embrace, and spoke softly — just loud enough for Fields to hear.
According to a Bears assistant nearby, Drake told him:
“You’re a fighter, man. Don’t let this game define you. You’ve got too much talent — keep pushing.”
Fields nodded, giving Maye a quiet, appreciative pat on the arm — the kind of moment that only two quarterbacks under immense pressure can fully understand.
Later, in the Bears’ locker room, Justin Fields reflected on the gesture:
“Drake didn’t have to do that. He’s the guy who just beat us. But he still came over. I’ve got a lot of respect for him.”
As always, Maye stayed humble about the moment:
“Justin’s a competitor. I’ve watched him battle through a lot. I just wanted him to know one game doesn’t erase who he is.”
Carolina’s 27–14 Week 11 victory energized their season — but it wasn’t the scoreboard that took over social media.
It was Drake Maye crossing the field to comfort a devastated Justin Fields
Because sometimes, the most meaningful play happens long after the game ends.
