Saints gather for Media Day ahead of Minicamp 2025

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Saints Gather for Media Day Ahead of Minicamp 2025

NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Saints kicked off their 2025 season preparations with an energetic Media Day on Monday, June 9, at the Ochsner Sports Performance Center, setting the stage for the upcoming minicamp on June 10-11. With tickets sold out and fans buzzing, this marks the first public glimpse of the team under new head coach Kellen Moore, who took the helm in February after a 5-12 season in 2024.

The Black and Gold showcased their revamped roster, featuring nine draft picks and 11 undrafted free agents from the 2025 class, including standout OT Kelvin Banks Jr. (Texas) and QB Tyler Shough (Louisville). Players donned their gear for photo shoots and interviews, with TE Foster Moreau and OT Trevor Penning sharing insights on their offseason progress. “It’s exciting to see the new energy,” Moreau said, highlighting the team’s focus on building chemistry ahead of minicamp.

Minicamp, open to the public with free tickets claimed via www.neworleanssaints.com, begins Tuesday at 11:50 a.m. It’s a critical chance for Moore to evaluate his young squad, especially the QB room following Derek Carr’s retirement. Carr, who walked away from $30 million due to a shoulder injury, left a void Shough and Jake Haener are vying to fill. “We’re figuring it out in camp,” Moore noted, emphasizing a competitive approach.

The defense also grabbed attention, with DT Davon Godchaux hosting his ninth NFLPA youth camp on June 5 and DE Isaiah Foskey joining community events on June 7. New additions like LB Danny Stutsman (Oklahoma) and CB Quincy Riley (Louisville) aim to shore up a unit that ranked 5th-worst in sacks (28) last year. With veterans like Demario Davis still leading, the Saints hope their draft haul—highlighted by RB Devin Neal (Kansas)—will spark a turnaround.

Offseason moves, including re-signing TE Juwan Johnson and hosting free agent WR Gabe Davis, signal intent to boost an offense that struggled in 2024. Fans packed the stands during OTA practices on June 4-5, and Media Day’s behind-the-scenes access only heightened anticipation. With the 2025 schedule released on May 14—kicking off Sept. 7 vs. Arizona—minicamp will be a key test. Can the Saints reclaim their stride? Black and Gold faithful, what are your hopes?