The New Orleans Saints arrived in the French capital ahead of their regular-season matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, balancing tourist excursions and youth outreach with preparations for a historic game, DAZN reported. Players spent the week touring local landmarks, attending a UEFA Champions League fixture, and running flag football clinics, while maintaining focus on Sunday’s kickoff at the Stade de France.
Chasing a Historic Win at the Stade de France
Running back Alvin Kamara stated his intention to leave Paris not just with an experience, but with a victory that future NFL teams traveling to France will have to look back on. Kamara enters the matchup days after reaching a personal milestone, having become the sixth player in NFL history to record 5,000 rushing yards and 5,000 receiving yards. He acknowledged that these figures provide a moment to reflect on accumulated seasons and effort.
Saints Players Experience Paris Culture and Football
Several Saints players attended the Champions League match between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Barcelona at the Parc des Princes, where Kamara praised the continuous crowd intensity. Center Erik McCoy highlighted local dining discoveries, singling out a steak and potato dish alongside Parisian pastries, specifically an éclair. Discussions around team style also arose, though Kamara confirmed he plans to stick to his usual pre-game attire rather than adopting new trends for the international trip.
Chris Olave Considers Flag Football for Los Angeles 2028
The international trip prompted questions about future global events for receiver Chris Olave. When asked about potentially participating in the flag football tournament at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, Olave expressed interest in the prospect, though he clarified it does not represent an official candidacy or selection. Flag football will make its Olympic debut at the 2028 Games.
Tyler Shough Evaluates Stade de France Facilities
Quarterback Tyler Shough returned to Paris for his second visit, having previously toured the Stade de France in March alongside teammate Taliese Fuaga. Shough noted that walking through the venue’s locker rooms—which feature tributes to French sports figures including Kylian Mbappé and Paul Pogba—provided memorable impressions. On a practical level, he emphasized locating stadium clocks and environmental cues to manage the game efficiently.
Cam Jordan and Chase Young Engage Local Youth
Cam Jordan participated in a flag football initiation clinic near the Eiffel Tower, praising the energy and interest of participating children who play the sport alongside soccer and basketball. Chase Young joined in promoting the franchise to fans experiencing American football for the first time.
Sunday Kickoff Approaches Against the Steelers
The Saints face the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, October 25, at the Stade de France, marking the first regular-season NFL game played in France.
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