Gayle Benson’s Latest Shocking Statement About the Future of the New Orleans Saints Sends NFL Into Frenzy

In an exclusive interview with Jeff Duncan of the Times Picayune, team owner Gayle Benson delivered her strongest statement yet regarding the future of the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans. She addressed the ongoing rumors about a potential sale or relocation of either team, clarifying once and for all that such a move is completely off the table while she is alive.
Despite continued interest from high profile figures such as Tilman Fertitta and Todd Graves, Benson made it crystal clear that she has no intention of entertaining any offers. Though she is approaching her 79th birthday in January 2026, she emphasized that her health is strong and her commitment to keeping both franchises in New Orleans remains firm.
"I'm going to turn 79 in January, but I'm pretty healthy. I hear that people want to talk to me about buying the team. I tell them that I am not interested. I love these teams, I love this city, and I have every intention of keeping both organizations right here. It is honestly tiring to hear the same questions, because the answer is not going to change. It is a waste of my time to discuss something that will never happen while I am alive."

Benson also shared her long-term plan regarding team ownership after her passing. She confirmed that both the Saints and Pelicans will eventually be sold to the highest bidder, with 100 percent of the proceeds going directly toward improving the New Orleans community. This structure reflects the shared legacy she built with her late husband, Tom Benson, who also owned both teams until his passing just shy of his 91st birthday.
This latest declaration effectively shuts down speculation about the teams’ future. With strong, unwavering words, Gayle Benson has once again shown herself to be one of the most steadfast owners in all of professional sports. And she has reassured fans across Louisiana that the Saints and Pelicans are staying home.












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