Saints fans gather early for loss to Steelers in Paris game

Saints fans in New Orleans woke early to watch their team play the Pittsburgh Steelers in an 8:30 a.m. CT kickoff held in Paris, according to fox8live.com. Bars and restaurants opened early from Kenner to the French Quarter to accommodate fans despite the six-hour time difference.

The Saints lost the game 16-10, but fans like Tommy Boehm said they would remember the camaraderie and celebration more than the defeat. The Saints organization hosted a fan event at The Broadside featuring appearances by the Saints Cheer Krewe, the team mascot, French cuisine, and a New Orleans brass band.

Some fans expressed frustration with the team's performance and called on owner Gayle Benson to push the players harder. Others emphasized loyalty to the team regardless of wins or losses, highlighting the spirit of being a 'Who Dat' fan.

Looking ahead, the Saints will have a bye week to address challenges before hosting the Cleveland Browns on November 8 at noon, as reported by fox8live.com.

The community's support and the team's international games, including in Paris and potentially Japan, remain points of discussion among fans.