Saints RB Travis Etienne Jr. Names Son After New Team

Etienne, a Louisiana native, signs with hometown Saints and names his son "Saint"

Mar. 13, 2026 at 3:23pm

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The New Orleans Saints have signed free agent running back Travis Etienne Jr., who grew up in Louisiana and was a fan of the Saints. In a coincidence, Etienne has a young son named "Saint", after the team he now plays for.

Why it matters

This heartwarming story highlights the personal connection Etienne feels to the Saints franchise, having grown up rooting for them and now joining the team. It also demonstrates the unique way Etienne has embraced his new team, going as far as naming his son after the Saints.

The details

Etienne, 27, is coming off a strong season with the Jacksonville Jaguars, rushing for 1,107 yards and 7 touchdowns. He also had 292 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns. In his 4-year NFL career, Etienne has 3,798 rushing yards, 25 rushing touchdowns, 1,338 receiving yards, and 7 receiving touchdowns. The Saints are hoping Etienne can be a key part of their offense alongside young quarterback Tyler Shough.

  • Etienne signed with the Saints in the 2026 NFL offseason.

The players

Travis Etienne Jr.

A 27-year-old running back from Louisiana who has signed with the New Orleans Saints after 4 seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Tyler Shough

The Saints' young starting quarterback entering his sophomore NFL season.

Kellen Moore

The Saints' offensive coordinator who will be working with Etienne and Shough.

David Edwards

An offensive lineman the Saints signed in free agency to play left guard.

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What they’re saying

“A fact that seems relevant... Travis Etienne has a son named Saint.”

— Nick Underhill, Reporter

What’s next

Etienne will look to make an immediate impact in the Saints' offense as they aim to build around young QB Tyler Shough.

The takeaway

This heartwarming story of a Louisiana native joining his hometown team and naming his son after the franchise shows the deep personal connection Etienne feels to the Saints. It's a perfect fit that highlights the human side of professional sports.