Key Highlights
- Drew Brees is set to return to the broadcast booth for FOX.
- The New Orleans Saints reshuffled their roster at the trade deadline.
- Audric Estime was signed from the practice squad to the active roster.
- Mickey Loomis discussed the team’s approach to the trade deadline and development of young quarterbacks.
New Orleans Saints Re-Energize with Brees’ Return and Roster Adjustments
On Thursday, November 6, 2025, the New Orleans Saints made significant moves both on and off the field. The most notable development is the return of Drew Brees to the broadcast booth for FOX Sports.
Brees’ Return to Broadcasting
New Orleans Saints legend and former quarterback Drew Brees will join Fox as an in-game analyst, starting with Week 11 when the Saints are on their bye week. According to a report from The Athletic, Brees will continue to call games for Fox through at least the end of next season.
Roster Adjustments
The Saints also took action to fill open roster spots by signing running back Audric Estime from their practice squad on Wednesday, November 5. Additionally, general manager Mickey Loomis announced that defensive tackle Coziah Izzard was re-signed to the practice squad.
Trade Deadline Discussion
Mickey Loomis addressed the team’s approach during this year’s trade deadline. “The main discussion inside team headquarters centered on the development of our young quarterbacks,” Loomis explained. The Saints recently turned to rookie Tyler Shough after starting second-year quarterback Spencer Rattler for eight games.
Recent Injuries and Practice Reports
Tackle Taliese Fuaga, who was injured in the fourth quarter of their recent game against the Los Angeles Rams, did not participate in Wednesday’s practice. He walked out to observe with a walking boot on his ankle. Meanwhile, the Saints also reported that seven players were listed on Wednesday’s Injury Report for their upcoming Week 10 game against the Carolina Panthers.
Upcoming Game Preview
The New Orleans Saints (1-8) face the Carolina Panthers (5-4) in a division contest at Bank of America Stadium. The game is part of NFL Week 10, and it comes after the Saints traded away two offensive starters, Rashid Shaheed and Trevor Penning, before the trade deadline.
The move to reshape their roster during such a critical point in the season highlights the challenges faced by the Saints as they aim to win and develop their young talent. As the team prepares for this crucial matchup, fans will be closely watching how these changes impact their performance on the field.
