2006 Divisional Playoff vs Eagles
The 2006 Saints made history by reaching the NFC Championship Game for the first time.
The 2006 Divisional Playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles was part of the New Orleans Saints' most successful season up to that time, as they reached the playoffs for the first time since 2000 and the NFC Championship Game for the first time in franchise history.
Quick Facts
- Result
- Saints Win (Regulation)
- Final score
- 27-24
- Seedings
- #2 Saints vs #3 Eagles
Lore & Background
The game was played at the Louisiana Superdome on October 15, 2006, during the Saints' win over the Philadelphia Eagles. The Saints had returned to New Orleans after a year in exile, and all regular season home games were played in the Superdome, which had been unplayable for the entire 2005 season after Hurricane Katrina.
Reader's Guide
The Saints were led by new coach Sean Payton and new quarterback Drew Brees. The team improved on their 3–13 record in 2005 and reached the playoffs for the first time since 2000.
Did You Know?
- The Superdome reopened on September 25, 2006, when the Saints hosted the Atlanta Falcons on Monday Night Football.
- Reggie Bush was drafted second overall in the 2006 NFL Draft and scored his first NFL touchdown on a punt return in Week 5 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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