Here are your Five Things to Know about the New Orleans Saints for Friday, August 29:

1. The team will not practice today as Week 1 home opener against the Arizona Cardinals draws ever closer. Make sure to catch up on yesterday's post-practice player interviews.

2. Fans can enter to win a Black and Gold Getaway Sweepstakes presented by Panini. One lucky winner and a guest will get the chance to travel to Buffalo to watch the Saints take on the Bills on Sept. 28, 2025. Entries will be accepted through September 8.

3. As high school football season about to get underway, NewOrleansSaints.com will bring you photo coverage throughout the season of featured matchups in Louisiana and Mississippi. Stay tuned for a High School Football Celebration presented by Venture Global to kick off the prep season as well as our featured Mississippi High School Under the Lights game coverage between Picayune and Gulfport.

4. Learn 5 Things about Saints tackle Asim Richards and stay tuned for more quick facts about the Saints latest roster additions.

5. Limited spots remain to join us for the 2025 Saints Kickoff Run presented by Hancock Whitney. Hosted on Sept. 6 prior to the Saints home opener on Sept. 7, the run will start in Champions Square and finishing on the 50-yard line of the Caesars Superdome. A post-race party with live entertainment and a beer garden will take place in Champions Square. Saints will also host a Kids Fun Run presented by Ochsner Children's at 9:15 a.m.