A collection of headlines and news about the Saints and the NFL for Thursday, February 19

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Saints quarterback Tyler Shough announces birth of baby one day after Mardi Gras

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough and his wife announced the birth of their son Wednesday evening on Instagram. Baby Grayson DuBois Shough was welcomed into the world through a series of black and white photos posted by the Shoughs.SEE MORE>>

Drew Brees wife shares love letter to New Orleans, Mardi Gras after Bacchus appearance

Drew Brees' love for New Orleans is genuine, and it runs deep. It's apparent that it also runs through family members, like his wife, Brittany. The former New Orleans Saints quarterback and soon-to-be-inducted Pro Football Hall of Famer took to social media to share a message from Brittany, who rode in a float with him during the Krewe of Bacchus parade.SEE MORE>>

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2026 NFL free agency: Free agents, notable departures for all 32 teams

Below is a team-by-team breakdown of notable player departures since the start of the 2026 NFL offseason. The list spotlights players who:SEE MORE>>

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Statement from owner Gayle Benson

"I was deeply saddened this morning to learn of the passing of Dr. Norman C. Francis. I was not only grateful for his friendship, but I also held tremendous admiration and respect

for the leadership and influence he brought to our city, state, and nation for decades."SEE MORE>>

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