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The New Orleans Saints have finally handed out patches for the team’s captains. The NFC South franchise announced its captains for the 2026 NFL season days before they see action against the Detroit Lions. Via the Saints’ official website: Returning as captains from the previous season are edge Cameron Jordan, center/guard Erik McCoy, safety Justin Reid and long snapper Zach Wood. Serving as Saints captains for the first time are guard David Edwards, linebacker Kaden Elliss, linebacker Chris Rumph II, quarterback Tyler Shough, and edge Chase Young The captains are selected by the players themselves. An interesting detail is that this is the 12th time that Jordan has been voted a captain, further cementing his status as a franchise legend. Saints Spark Strong Reactions After Announcing 2026 NFL Season Captains New Orleans also announced the captains via a post on X, triggering lots of takes from fans online. Your 2026 Captains ⚜️ pic.twitter.com/IX3jGZvbCf — New Orleans Saints (@Saints) September 8, 2026 “That is enough captains to run a small marina. Nobody is allowed to lose the map.,” said a fan on X. Another one said: “Congrats! The only real head scratcher is Rumph…. It makes sense for Wood since there’s usually always a special team captain and he’s one of the longest tenured Saints.” From a commenter: “Wood and Rumph is crazy. Should be Olave and like Pete or Grando” “Wait kamaras not a captain who allow this 😭,” a social media user posted. Via a different commenter: “Really strong group. Tyler and Chase just make the most sense at the top of mountain” Said another: “This is a nice group!!! I like it!!!” New Orleans, which has finished last in the NFC South in each of the last two seasons, plays the Lions on Sunday at Ford Field in Detroit. The Saints are not exactly considered a strong contender to win the Super Bowl in the 2026 season, but they could be a surprise team that exceeds expectations, especially if quarterback Tyler Shough makes a big leap in his Year 2 in the league. Last season, the former Louisville Cardinals quarterback threw for 2,384 passing yards and 10 touchdowns against six interceptions, while completing 67.6% of his throws through 11 games (nine starts). Related content - Browns’ Todd Monken Reveals Odd Move Involving Deshaun Watson Before Week 1 Jaguars Game - Packers QB Jordan Love Weapon Sounds Like He’s Ready to be a Major NFL Threat - Chargers Nearly Had a Justin Herbert Nightmare Scenario Just Days Before 2026 Season Opener - Mike Tomlin Names Current QB He Wants to Coach, And It’s Not A Steeler