Back in August of this year, looking at the Saints schedule either filled you with dread or with irrational exuberance. After a relatively easy opening in September, the Saints were set to be tested majorly in October and November. And after a run against the Vikings on the road and the Rams at home, it all sort of culminates in today’s home date with the reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles.
After this one, there’s a quick turnaround for a Thanksgiving night matchup in the Superdome with the Falcons then another Thursday night game after that with the Cowboys.