Est. 1967
New Orleans
Saints
Drew Brees - QB - 68,010 Passing Yards
AP via D. Ross Cameron
Est. 1967
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Did you know?
New Orleans was awarded the NFL's 16th franchise on November 1, 1966, on All Saints Day. Over a month later, the team was named the "Saints."
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Team History
- The Saints began play in the 1967 season.
- New Orleans businessman Tom Benson acquired the franchise in 1985. The Saints reached the playoffs four times in six seasons from 1987 to 1992.
- Following the 2000 season, the Saints beat the St. Louis Rams, 31-28, which was their first playoff win in franchise history.
- In 2009, the Saints defeated the Indianapolis Colts, 31-17, in Super Bowl XLIV, with quarterback Drew Brees and head coach Sean Payton.
Team Facts
- Seasons: 57 (1967-2023)
- Winningest Coach: (W-L-T) Sean Payton (152-89-0)
- Super Bowl Titles: 1
- Record going into 2023 season: (W-L-T) 403-460-5
- Playoff Record: 10-13
- Most Career Yards Rushing: Mark Ingram, 6,500 (2011-18, 2021-22)
- Most Career Yards Passing: Drew Brees, 68,010 (2006-20)
- Most Career Receptions: Marques Colston, 711 (2006-15)
- Most Career Sacks: Rickey Jackson, 123 (1981-93)
- Most Career Interceptions: Dave Waymer, 37 (1980-89)
- Most Career Points: Morten Andersen, 1,318 (1982-94)
- Current Team Owner: Gayle Benson
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