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Morning Break: Saints prep for Panthers rematch as key starters return and young defenders shine

A collection of headlines and news about the Saints and the NFL for Friday, December 12

Dec 12, 2025 at 09:01 AM

Saints News from NOLA.com

4 major factors for Saints to beat NFC South rival Carolina Panthers and sweep season series

The New Orleans Saints (3-10) face the Carolina Panthers (7-6) on Sunday at Caesars Superdome. The Saints beat the Panthers 17-7 in November in Charlotte and have won four of the last five games in the series. What will it take for the Saints to continue those winning ways? Here are four key factors for the Saints. SEE MORE>>

Saints coach Kellen Moore, DE Chase Young share Heisman experiences after finishing fourth

"WAIT, WHAT?" That was New Orleans Saints defensive end Carl Granderson's immediate response. That reaction was pretty much like all the others ones by his teammates Wednesday as they glanced at the four guys on the picture shown to them. It was the guy on the far left with the shaggy, mop-top haircut that prompted similar responses that went a little something like this. SEE MORE>>

Bryce Young has always struggled against the Saints. And one cornerback in particular.

Bryce Young has historically struggled against the New Orleans Saints. But one player, in particular, seems to really bother the Carolina Panthers quarterback. Enter Alontae Taylor. "I think I just prepare the right way," the Saints cornerback said, referring to his success over Carolina and not Young directly. SEE MORE>>

Saints see another starter return to practice ahead of Panthers rematch. Here's the latest.

Justin Reid has returned to practice. The New Orleans Saints safety participated in Thursday's session on a limited basis after missing last week's game because of a knee injury. Reid sat out Wednesday's session, but was spotted off to the side working with trainers — an indication his return was near. SEE MORE>>

The Saints’ future at cornerback looks bright with Kool-Aid McKinstry and Quincy Riley

Call it proximity bias if you want, but Alontae Taylor had a bold prediction ready when asked about the recent performance of his New Orleans Saints teammates Kool-Aid McKinstry and Quincy Riley. "Those are going to be, I think, the best duo in the league next season," Taylor said. SEE MORE>>

Saints News from NewOrleansSaints.com

Saints Thursday Injury Report: 2025 Week 15 vs. Carolina Panthers

Seven Saints listed on Thursday's Saints Injury Report for Week 15 against the Panthers. SEE MORE>>

Angela Austin carries a generational legacy as New Orleans Saints Fan of the Year

Angela Austin figures "Big O" pulled off a big orchestration from heaven. "I know he's looking down, smiling," she said. Oscar "Big O" Austin, who passed away two days after Christmas Day 2023, absolutely would be wearing an ear-to-ear smile on his face upon learning that Angela, his wife, was named New Orleans Saints Fan of the Year for 2025. SEE MORE>>