# New Orleans Saints preseason schedule and results > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/new-orleans-saints-preseason-schedule-and-results > Updated: 2026-08-30T23:00:39.000Z. Sources: 26. Developments: 4. The New Orleans Saints began their NFL preseason with a 24-20 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars at the Caesars Superdome. Despite an early 20-6 halftime lead fueled by an 86-yard kickoff return by Ty Chandler and a touchdown run by Audric Estime, the Saints were shut out in the second half as backup and depth players took the field. For the Jaguars, Zach Wilson completed 11 of 16 passes for 145 yards and a touchdown to rookie tight end Oscar Delp. In their second preseason game on August 22, the Saints faced the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium, falling 34-0 and dropping to a 0-2 record. The Saints' offense struggled with three turnovers and 12 penalties. While Zach Wilson led the first half, Spencer Rattler took over in the second half; however, a red-zone interception by Rattler was returned 100 yards for a touchdown by Rams safety Alex Cook. Following the loss, former Saints Pro Bowler Terron Armstead criticized the performance on social media, describing the game as ‘BAD bad’. The Saints rebounded in their next preseason matchup, defeating the Dallas Cowboys 27-24. This victory comes amid a significant roster transition under new head coach Kellen Moore, following a 5-12 season in 2025. Key offseason developments include a contract extension for wide receiver Chris Olave through 2030, a one-year deal for Cameron Jordan, and the signing of former Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. As the regular season approaches, attention is focused on second-year quarterback Tyler Shough as he competes for the starting role. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-30: New Orleans Saints defeat Dallas Cowboys in preseason matchup The New Orleans Saints defeated the Dallas Cowboys 27-24 in a preseason game as head coach Kellen Moore continues to retool the roster following a difficult 2025 campaign. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-orleans-saints-defeat-dallas-cowboys-in-preseason-matchup ### 2026-08-23: Los Angeles Rams defeat New Orleans Saints 34-0 in preseason The Los Angeles Rams shut out the New Orleans Saints 34-0 in preseason action. The Saints struggled with turnovers and penalties, drawing criticism from former player Terron Armstead. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/los-angeles-rams-defeat-new-orleans-saints-34-0-in-preseason-2 ### 2026-08-21: Los Angeles Rams shut out New Orleans Saints 34-0 in preseason The Los Angeles Rams shut out the New Orleans Saints 34-0 in a preseason matchup, led by Stetson Bennett's two rushing touchdowns and a 100-yard interception return by Alex Cook. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-orleans-saints-to-face-los-angeles-rams-in-preseason-matchup ### 2026-08-17: Jacksonville Jaguars defeat New Orleans Saints 24-20 in preseason opener The Jacksonville Jaguars beat the New Orleans Saints 24-20 in their NFL preseason opener, overcoming an early Saints lead to secure the win at the Caesars Superdome. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jacksonville-jaguars-defeat-new-orleans-saints-24-20-in-preseason-opener --- Cite as: New Orleans Saints preseason schedule and results. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/new-orleans-saints-preseason-schedule-and-results