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Saints named as destination for blockbuster trade for Joe Burrow if 2026 season is a failure
TL;DR
The New Orleans Saints are identified as a potential trade destination for Joe Burrow if the 2026 NFL season does not go well. The team is working to improve after a challenging previous season with a new head coach and quarterback.
Key points
- Saints named as potential trade destination for Joe Burrow
- 2026 season could determine Burrow's future with Bengals
- Tyler Shough is the current starting quarterback for the Saints
- Saints made key offseason signings to improve their roster
- Team struggled in previous season finishing 5-11
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The 2026 New Orleans Saints are approaching this season believing they can compete in thee NFC South and even make the playoffs.
Kellen Moore took over a disastrous situation when he chose to take over as head coach for a Saints team that finished (5-11) in 2024 and had almost no salary cap space to add new talent in 2025. They had to restructure deals in order to field a competitive roster, but with a new head coach and a new quarterback, the Saints started last season with a (1-8) record with Spencer Rattler as their QB for the first half of the year.
Rattler, struggled, so the Saints turned to their rookie, Tyler Shough on Nov. 9. He finishing his rookie NFL season starting in the final nine games, leading all rookie QBs in passing yards per game (216.7), completion percentage (67.6) and wins (five).
The Saints made a few offseason moves like bringing in RB Travis Etienne Jr. on a four-year deal worth $52 million. They also added Ty Chandler as another weapon out of the backfield, while bringing in TE Noah Fant a pass-catching tight end for Shough.
Q&A
What would trigger a trade for Joe Burrow to the Saints?
A trade for Joe Burrow to the Saints could occur if the Bengals have a disappointing 2026 season.
Who is the current quarterback for the Saints?
The current quarterback for the Saints is rookie Tyler Shough, who started the last nine games of the previous season.
What offseason moves have the Saints made for the 2026 season?
The Saints signed running back Travis Etienne Jr. and tight end Noah Fant, among other moves, to strengthen their roster.
How did the Saints perform in the previous season?
The Saints finished the previous season with a record of 5-11 and started the season with a 1-8 record.
