Training camp means that the start of the season is getting closer. At the end of July each year, the teams meet back up and do their practices, meetings, and fan activities before the season ahead. The Saints like all the other teams will start on July 26th for the veterans. The rookies come the week before to get a feel for things and get some extra work in.
Big titles for camp
Jamies Winston returns without a brace on his knee and is looking ready for the 2022 season. After tearing his ACL in week 8 of the 2021 season. Winston has returned to the field ready to go for this season.
The Alvin Kamara situation is still up in the air. Kamara is still waiting on his fate after he attacked someone before the pro bowl. Some are wondering if the NFL is going to suspend him for 6 weeks.
The wide receiver position battle is going to be a great one to follow throughout camp. With some new faces in the receiver room, this could be an interesting battle as they all prove their worth to the coaches.
Fan activities
Autographs by players will happen after each practice. The gear for this season will also be available to purchase. Check the Saints website for information on what you can and can’t bring to those practices.
Dates for open practices
July 30th, August 1st, August 2nd, August 4th, August 5th, August 6th, August 8th, August 10th, August 11th, and August 21st. All of these will be opened to the public and they will all happen at the Ochsner Sports Performance Center
August 16th and 17th will be open to the public for joint practices with the Green Bay Packers. These will be in Green Bay, Wisconsin
Ticket purchases
Tickets are free but limited you can reserve tickets at www.neworleanssaints.com These will become available to season ticket holders on July 18th, waiting list members can reserve on the 19th and the general can get them on the 20th. Each day they will open at 10 am local time.