With state approval, Saints to allow fans at games starting week 3 vs. Packers

The Saints have started formulating plans to have fans at their home games starting on Sept. 27, the organization informed season ticket holders via email Tuesday. State officials have given their approval for fans to attend the Week 3 game against the Packers.

Letter went out to season ticket holders today with some info about working with city officials on how to open safely for fans. pic.twitter.com/KCQt34d1Pc

— Nick Underhill (@nick_underhill) September 1, 2020

“Governor (John Bel) Edwards and Mayor (LaToya) Cantrell, along with their staffs, have been extremely supportive of our hosting fans as soon as it is safe to do so. The New Orleans Saints greatly appreciate their leadership and efforts to keep our community safe,” the Saints said in an email to season ticket holders. “We have met with our state and local government officials to review our comprehensive health and safety plan to allow us to host fans in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome this season while protecting the health of our fans, players, staff and community.”

The team said this plan is contingent upon the further approval of government officials moving forward as the city and state continue to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic.

How many fans will be allowed and the seating arrangements are not yet known. The Saints will host the Buccaneers to start the season Sept. 13 with no fans in attendance.