And they would have ample resources in the Dallas area. He said an indoor practice space is a priority. Payton said the team is making contingency plans to set up somewhere else through Week 4 - then 'reel it back' from there if they are able to return home sooner. That could make it difficult for New Orleans to host its opening game, in addition to the staffing and security that will be required. But it could take weeks for power and other services to return throughout the area. Neither the Superdome nor the Saints' practice facility in Metairie, Louisiana, sustained much damage from the hurricane. Saints WR Thomas on PUP, out at least 6 weeks.It is unclear whether the game could be played on a different date at AT&T Stadium or if a different stadium would have to host the game. 12 because of the preparations for a concert at the venue on Sept. 'And we've got enough fans in this area and Houston and certainly from Northern Louisiana that we think that would be something that's very realistic,' Payton added.ĭespite Payton's comments, AT&T Stadium does not appear to be an option for Sept. 12 against the Green Bay Packers in Dallas or elsewhere if they are unable to host the game in the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

And there is a good chance they will 'host' their Week 1 game scheduled for Sept. Payton said the Saints are leaning toward staying in the Dallas area for the next several weeks until they are able to return home following the destruction of Hurricane Ida. Whether that game will be played in New Orleans or somewhere else remains to be determined. Jameis Winston definitely will be the New Orleans Saints' Week 1 starter, Sean Payton confirmed Tuesday.

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