Saints' harsh lack of primetime games this season may actually be a great thing for HC Kellen Moore and his players

The New Orleans Saints officially have their slate of matchups! The NFL unveiled schedules for every team around the league, and social media accounts for teams took full advantage on Wednesday evening. 

Kellen Moore announces coaching hire during his #Saints Schedule press conference 📆@robkazi | @SeatGeek pic.twitter.com/y9KMyMUYK2

— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) May 15, 2025

Saints expected to play no primetime games in 2025 season

According to the NFL schedule release, the Saints won't play in primetime during the 2025-2026 regular season. Instead, they'll consistently play in the earlier slots on Sundays. 

This has received a mix of reactions from fans and media alike. Some fans are glad that they won't be in primetime portions of the viewing schedule because they expect New Orleans to struggle in year one under Kellen Moore. 

Others see it as a bit of disrespect for a team that still has plenty of capable veterans and some intriguing storylines entering the upcoming season. Whichever route you choose on the outcome, there are positives and negatives for the Saints.

The Good

Less pressure. Kellen Moore won't feel the brightest of lights where most of the country is watching your team play. The team can play a tad looser and not place so much pressure on themselves on the field for game day an in preparation. 

Plus, without any Thursday night football slots, New Orleans won't have to worry about extended short rest. That will allow them to most likely stay healthier and fresher on a weekly basis, hopefully. Big bright spot there. 

Additionally, night games can put a bit of a bind on travel for teams. Most of the time - a team will fly back overnight after a primetime game, and that can throw off a professional athlete's routine.

The Bad

On the flip-side, the Saints won't have the attention of many watchers around the NFL this year. For the most part, only fans of their team and their opponent will be tuning in via television. Fans of other teams will be checking out their own squad's games much of the time. 

Regardless, it could end up being a better outcome for New Orleans, rather than a slew of games during primetime slots between Thursday, Sunday night, and Monday. Let's see if it helps them find success.