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Gray Media has secured a five-year extension of its broadcasting partnership with the New Orleans Saints, ensuring comprehensive coverage through the 2029 NFL season. Under the renewed agreement, WVUE New Orleans will air three preseason games in 2025 and co-produce Saints-related programming, enhancing fan engagement. An exclusive NFL Films documentary titled ‘Waiting on Moore’ is also set to premiere, further solidifying the partnership’s value. This commitment aims to enrich the experience of local fans and expands coverage to include the New Orleans Pelicans as well.
New Orleans – Gray Media and its WVUE New Orleans station have secured a five-year extension of their broadcast partnership with the New Orleans Saints, ensuring coverage through the end of the 2029 NFL season. While the financial terms of the agreement remain undisclosed, this renewed partnership reinforces the commitment to provide comprehensive coverage for Saints fans.
As part of the new agreement, WVUE will air all three of the Saints’ preseason games scheduled for 2025, with the games set to take place on the following dates:
These games will be broadcast as part of Gray’s extensive Saints Pre-Season Network, consisting of 15 stations. The local airing will occur on WVUE Fox 8, while the Gulf Coast Sports and Entertainment Network (GCSEN) will rebroadcast each preseason matchup the following day.
In addition to preseason coverage, the partnership includes plans for co-producing additional Saints-related programming. WVUE is set to produce five weekly shows dedicated to the team, including:
As a highlight of this expanded relationship, Gray Media will premiere an exclusive NFL Films documentary titled Waiting on Moore. This documentary will provide insights into the Saints and their new Head Coach Kellen Moore and is scheduled to air on June 8 and 9 at 7 PM CT.
Gray Media operates across 113 television markets, making it the largest local media company in the United States. This extensive reach allows Gray to provide trusted news, entertainment, and sports content to a diverse audience. The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network is also a significant platform, serving over 10 million fans across the Gulf Coast region.
In her statement, the Chief Operating Officer of Gray Media, who is also a New Orleans resident, expressed enthusiasm about the extended partnership with the Saints, emphasizing their commitment to delivering exclusive coverage that enriches the experience of local fans. Furthermore, the president of the New Orleans Saints acknowledged the partnership with Gray Media and FOX 8 as exceptional, highlighting that this collaboration will enhance the overall fan experience through an expanded range of programming.
The agreement not only reaffirms Gray Media’s role as the Official Broadcast Partner of the Saints but also extends its commitment to the New Orleans Pelicans, with plans for related programming set to launch this summer. This holistic approach to sports coverage signifies a broader strategy towards community engagement and comprehensive sports reporting in the region.
This renewed broadcast partnership, combined with the innovative programming and exclusive content offerings, sets the stage for an exciting future for both the Saints and their dedicated fan base across New Orleans and beyond.
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