Saints' Summer Schedule: A Detailed Look at Key Dates and Matchups
Training Camp Kicks Off: Return to the Ochsner Performance Center
After a brief hiatus following their recent minicamp sessions, the New Orleans Saints are preparing to reconvene for their official training camp. The players are slated to report to the Ochsner Performance Center in Metairie on Tuesday, July 28th. The very next day, Wednesday, July 29th, will mark their inaugural practice session, signaling the full commencement of their pre-season preparations.
Joint Practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars and First Preseason Game
As part of their rigorous training regimen, the Saints will engage in a joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars. This collaborative session is scheduled for Thursday, August 13th, and will also take place in Metairie. This joint practice precedes their first exhibition game of the preseason, which is set to be played at the Caesars Superdome on Saturday, August 15th, offering fans a glimpse of the team's progress.
West Coast Trip: Joint Practices with Cowboys and Rams, Plus Away Games
The Saints' preseason journey will include a significant trip to the West Coast, featuring two more joint practices. On Tuesday, August 18th, the team will travel to Oxford for a joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys. Subsequently, on Thursday, August 20th, they will head to Los Angeles to participate in a joint practice hosted by the Rams. This will be followed by their second preseason game against the Rams at SoFi Stadium on Saturday, August 22nd. The Saints will conclude their 2026 preseason schedule with an away game against the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Friday, August 28th.
Public Access to Practices: Further Details Pending
While the core schedule for training camp and preseason games has been confirmed, the New Orleans Saints organization has indicated that the full practice schedule, including specific dates for public access to open practice days, will be released at a later time. Fans eagerly awaiting the opportunity to observe their favorite team in action should stay tuned for further announcements regarding these dates.
