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85 Days to Kickoff: Unpacking Saints History
20 Jun
Summary
- Jalen Moreno-Cropper is vying for the Saints' No. 85 jersey.
- Henry Childs and Hoby Brenner are notable former No. 85 Saints players.
- The No. 85 jersey has a rich history of tight ends and wide receivers.
As the New Orleans Saints count down 85 days to their regular season opener on September 13 against the Detroit Lions, a look back at the history of the No. 85 jersey is underway. Jalen Moreno-Cropper, a recent signing, currently wears No. 85 as he aims to secure a roster spot. His pursuit highlights the jersey's storied past within the Saints franchise.
Several notable players have donned the No. 85, including tight ends Henry Childs and Hoby Brenner, both now in the Saints Hall of Fame. Childs played seven seasons, amassing 207 receptions for 3,224 yards, and revolutionized the tight end position. Brenner followed with a 13-year tenure, playing the most games in the number at 175, and accumulating 267 receptions for 3,849 yards.
Other players like Wesley Walls and Cam Cleeland also wore No. 85 during their stints with the Saints. More recently, the number has seen brief tenures from players like Dan Arnold and David Thomas, the latter being part of the Super Bowl XLIV-winning team. Moreno-Cropper hopes to forge his own legacy with the number.
