Saints Rise in NFC South, Sign Key Free Agents

0:00It's March 25th. This is NFL News today, powered by AI tracking teams, players, and standings. The New Orleans Saints wrapped up the 2025 NFL season at 6 wins and 11 losses, landing last in the NFC South. But they showed real promise down the stretch, going 5-4 after starting quarterback Tyler Show. That run included two wins over the division winning Carolina Panthers and one against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This off season, the Saints jumped into free agency with key pickups like running back Travis Etienne Jr., Guard David Edwards, Titan Noah Fon, linebacker Kaden Ellis, and punter Ryan Wright. They lost linebacker DeMario Davis and cornerback Alentay Taylor, but filled big knees at running back in guard. Defensive end Cameron Jordan remains on the market as a name to watch. Other division teams mixed it up too. The Buccaneers added linebacker Alex Anzalone and running back Kenneth Gainwell, but say goodbye to wide receiver Mike Evans, leaving them looking weaker.

1:02Carolina went big, signing Ed Ruscher-Jalen Phillips to a $120 million deal, plus linebacker Devon Lloyd and Center Luke, fordner. The Falcons made a splash by grabbing quarterback to a Tagaviloah, though their plans feel unpredictable. Fans and analysts see the Saints rising fast, thanks to a strong defense and shows upside, putting them ahead or right with the Panthers, who still have questions around Bryce Young. With the draft still ahead in more moves possible, New Orleans heads into the new year as the team to beat on paper in the South.