26 days until Saints' season opener: Every player to wear No. 26
jeremy trottier
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NEW ORLEANS - NOVEMBER 24: Deuce McAllister #26 of the New Orleans Saints waits to go on the field against the Green Bay Packers on November 24, 2009 at the Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the Packers 51-29. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
The New Orleans Saints are now only 26 days away from their Week 1 matchup against the Carolina Panthers on Sept. 8. With that, we continue our daily countdown with the No. 26, and the Saints that have worn that number during their tenure with the team. 26 is one of the lesser worn numbers in Saints history, with only 17 players wearing it previously, however notable figures such as Deuce McAllister, Vince Buck, and P.J. Williams have made good use of it.
Aug 10, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; New Orleans Saints running back James Robinson (26) fumbles after being hit by Arizona Cardinals defenders during the second half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
Daniel Sorensen (2023)
Jul 29, 2022; Metairie, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints safety Daniel Sorensen (25) works on defensive drills during training camp at Ochsner Sports Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports
P.J. Williams (2017-2022)
Sep 25, 2022; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New Orleans Saints cornerback P.J. Williams (26) comes off the field against the Carolina Panthers during the second half at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports
Deuce McAllister (2001-2008)
Nov 24, 2008; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Deuce McAllister (26) waits to be introduced before the game against the Green Bay Packers at the Louisiana Superdome. The Saints defeated the Packers 51-29. Mandatory Credit: Matt Stamey-USA TODAY Sports
Corey Harris (2000)
Aug 19, 2022; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; A New Orleans Saints helmet sits on the sidelines during the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Fred McAfee (2000)
NEW ORLEANS - DECEMBER 31: Fred McAfee #30 of the New Orleans Saints carries the ball during the game against the Carolina Panthers on December 31, 2006 at the Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Panthers defeated the Saints 31-21. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Lamar Smith (1999)
20 Dec 1998: Lamar Smith #36 of the New Orleans Saints running with the ball after he receives the hand off from the Quarterback Kerry Collins #13 during the game against the Arizona Cardinals at the Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona. The Cardinals defeated the Saints 19-17.
Mickey Washington (1997)
Carolina Panthers' wide receiver Michael Bates falls forward after running into New Orleans Saints' cornerback Mickey Washington, November 30. SPORT NFL
Vince Buck (1990-1995)
9 Dec 1990: Defensive back Vince Buck of the New Orleans Saints moves down the field during a game against the Los Angeles Rams at Anaheim Stadium in Anaheim, California. The Saints won the game, 24-20.
Willie Tullis (1985-1986)
Nov 3, 1985; Anaheim, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; New Orleans Saints defensive back Willie Tullis (26) in action against the Los Angeles Rams at Anaheim Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Brouillet-USA TODAY Sports
Jitter Fields (1984)
Sep 24, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; An New Orleans Saints helmet during warmups prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Guido Merkens (1980)
Sep 6, 1981; Atlanta, GA, USA; FILE PHOTO; New Orleans Saints receiver Guido Merkens (19) makes a catch against the Atlanta Falcons at Fulton County Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports
Merkens was a two-way player and initially used No. 26 when he joined the Saints as a safety. He switched to No. 19 after converting to wide receiver full-time.
Jimmy Stewart (1977)
Sep 24, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; An New Orleans Saints helmet during warmups prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Steve Rogers (1975)
Sep 24, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; An New Orleans Saints helmet during warmups prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Margene Adkins (1972)
Nov 12, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; A New Orleans Saints helmet during the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the New Orleans Saints at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
Joe Don Looney (1969)
Oct 31, 1965; Los Angeles, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Detroit Lions running back Joe Don Looney (32) is chased by Los Angeles Rams defensive end Deacon Jones (75) and Rosey Grier (76) at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: David Boss-USA TODAY Sports
Jimmy Heidel (1967)
Jan 7, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Detailed view of the New Orleans Saints helmet during warmups against the Atlanta Falcons at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports
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