Well, that Wild Card scenario for the Saints was fun for all of five minutes.
The Saints can't win the NFC South, but their postseason aspirations aren't dead just yet. Here's a look at what needs to happen between today and next week, if we get to that point.
The Saints move to 7-9 on the season after handling the Gardner Minshew-led Eagles in Philly.
It's happened. Cam Jordan is officially the Saints' all-time franchise sack leader, dethroning the great Rickey Jackson.
New Orleans has to win against Philadelphia, and there's no other outcome that will benefit them in Week 17.
The Saints ruled out a few players on Friday's injury report, and their safety depth is a little thing going into the Eagles game after the inactive list drops.
Saints News Network Reporters and The Bayou Blitz Podcast Co-Hosts Bob Rose and Brendan Boylan discuss the New Orleans Saints' Week 17 matchup against the Eagles.
The Saints have been in must-win mode for weeks, and Sunday's game against the Eagles is no different with the regular season winding down.
New Orleans may not have to contend with explosive Eagles QB Jalen Hurts, but must still find a way to contain Philadelphia's other big-play weapons in a crucial Week 17 matchup.
New Orleans starters return from the injury report and expect to play against the Eagles.