One Win Away: Former Saints competing in the AFC Championship Game
Jan. 25, 2026, 10:31 a.m. CT
This year’s Super Bowl is either going to feature a ton of former New Orleans Saints players and coaches, or next to none — largely depending on which team advances from the AFC Championship Game. Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos have brought dozens of familiar names and faces from New Orleans, but that can’t be said for the opposing New England Patriots. So keep that in mind if you’re still looking for someone to root for or against this Sunday.
Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. CT/3 p.m. ET on Sunday, Jan. 25. You can watch the AFC Championship Game on CBS and Paramount+. Here’s a quick look at the coaches and players for each team with ties to the Saints.
Denver Broncos
Coaches
Expert NFL picks: Exclusive betting insights only at USA TODAY.Head coach Sean PaytonOffensive coordinator Joe LombardiRun game coordinator/assistant head coach Zach StriefSenior offensive assistant Pete CarmichaelSenior defensive assistant Joe VittDefensive quality control coach Todd DavisSpecial teams coordinator/assistant head coach Darren RizziSpecial teams assistant Marwan MaaloufSpecial teams quality control coach Zach LineOffensive quality control coach Logan KilgoreStrength and conditioning coach Dan DalrympleNew England Patriots
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