The 2006 New Orleans Saints enjoyed a historic and emotional resurgence under new head coach Sean Payton and star quarterback Drew Brees, finishing with a 10-6 record and winning the NFC South. In their highly anticipated return to the Louisiana Superdome following Hurricane Katrina, the team revitalized the city and reached the NFC Championship Game for the first time in franchise history. The season was further highlighted by the standout performances of NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year candidates Reggie Bush and Marques Colston, marking a triumphant new era for the Saints. The most celebrated player in New Orleans Saints history and a 2026 Hall of Fame inductee, Drew Brees was a legendary quarterback who led the franchise to a victory in Super Bowl XLIV and retired ranking second all-time in career passing yards and touchdowns.