New Orleans Saints players are having an absolute blast taking in the sights and sounds of Paris, France, and despite recent street protests that brought curfews to some areas, they are saying there are no worries about security. Talk about staying cool under pressure, right? These guys rolled into town early Monday, ready to play some football but also to soak up some serious culture.
Sightseeing, Soccer, and Serious Scenery
It has been an action-packed few days for the Saints, blending football prep with a full-on tourist experience. We’ve seen Chris Olave and Bryce Lance out there on the practice field in Versailles, near Paris, putting in work. Tyler Shough and Kyrese Rowan were also spotted getting after it, alongside Julian Blackmon warming up. But it wasn’t all business. The squad hit up a Champions League opening phase soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Barcelona on Tuesday, which has to be an incredible experience for any athlete, let alone NFL players on a European trip. They even got to see the iconic Eiffel Tower, which wide receiver Devaughn Vele called “awesome.” Next up on their sightseeing list? A planned visit to the Palace of Versailles. Sounds like an epic trip, honestly.
From Curfews to Culture: “Taking It All In”
Despite those recent street protests and curfews, the mood among the Saints seems totally upbeat. Wide receiver Devaughn Vele perfectly summed up their approach to the whole experience. He said, “It’s been an exciting week.” As a “big food guy,” Vele has been diving headfirst into the local cuisine, telling reporters he just tries “anything I can, trying to immerse myself in the culture.” He couldn’t even tell you the names of what he’s tried, which honestly, is the kind of dedication to cultural immersion you love to see! It shows these guys aren’t letting anything sideline their experience.
The Saints are squaring off against the Pittsburgh Steelers this Sunday at Stade de France. After a week of practice, sightseeing, and serious eats, let’s see if that good vibe translates into a big win. You know they’ll be bringing that Parisian energy to the field.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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