John Sigler
May 30, 2024 11:57 am CT
A couple of frustrating seasons haven’t kept New Orleans Saints fans from crowding the Caesars Superdome, with ESPN reporting that the Saints enjoyed the twelfth-best home attendance in 2023. New Orleans averaged crowds of 70,020 spectators for home games last season, which was second-best in the NFC South behind the Carolina Panthers, and seventh-most in the NFC as a conference.
Of course these are the numbers of tickets sold and reported as attendance at the door, which might be juiced up from one team to the next. The Superdome was taken over by Detroit Lions fans and a weak resale market at midseason reflected fans’ waning confidence in the Dennis Allen-Derek Carr product. The Saints have only won a dozen games in front of their home crowd since Drew Brees hung up his cleats.
The Saints have a passionate fanbase, but they deserve a better product than what they’ve seen in recent years. Hopefully 2024 will bring better fortune. Here’s a look at all 32 teams’ average home attendance in 2023, according to ESPN:
1
Dallas Cowboys: 93,594
Sep 29, 2019; New Orleans, LA, USA; A Dallas Cowboys fan in the second quarter of their game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports
2
New York Giants: 79,307
Dec 22, 2019; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants defensive back Michael Thomas (31) takes a selfie with fans while leaving the field after the GiantsÕ game against the Washington Redskins at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
3
New York Jets: 77,890
East Rutherford, NJ — November 24, 2023 — Jet fans late in the second half as the Miami Dolphins defeated the NY Jets 34-13 at MetLife Stadium on November 24, 2023 in East Rutherford, NJ to play in the first “Black Friday” NFL game. Chris Pedota, NorthJersey.com / USA TODAY NETWORK
4
Green Bay Packers: 77,829
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – SEPTEMBER 24: Green Bay Packers fans cheer prior to a game against the New Orleans Saints at Lambeau Field on September 24, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
5
Denver Broncos: 76,388
Dec 1, 2019; Denver, CO, USA; General view of Denver Broncos fans during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
6
Los Angeles Rams: 73,150
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 08: A fan of the Los Angeles Rams watches warm ups to the NFL game against the Buffalo Bills at SoFi Stadium on September 08, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
7
San Francisco 49ers: 71,655
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 28: San Francisco 49ers fans celebrate during the second half against the Detroit Lions in the NFC Championship Game at Levi’s Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
8
Carolina Panthers: 71,635
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – SEPTEMBER 18: A Carolina Panthers fan looks on prior to the game between the New Orleans Saints and the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on September 18, 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
9
Houston Texans: 71,193
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – SEPTEMBER 09: A Houston Texans fan reacts a game against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes Benz Superdome on September 09, 2019 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
10
Kansas City Chiefs: 70,968
Dec 31, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Willie Gay (50) signs autographs for fans after the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
11
Baltimore Ravens: 70,597
Jan 10, 2021; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; A Baltimore Ravens fan looks on from the stands before a AFC Wild Card playoff game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
12
New Orleans Saints: 70,020
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – OCTOBER 19: Alvin Kamara #41 of the New Orleans Saints celebrates with fans in the stands after a two point conversion against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the fourth quarter at Caesars Superdome on October 19, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
13
Philadelphia Eagles: 69,878
Nov 21, 2021; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) tosses a t-shirt to a fan after his touchdown against the New Orleans Saints during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
14
Los Angeles Chargers: 69,736
Aug 20, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; a costumed Los Angeles Chargers fan during the second half against the New Orleans Saints at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
15
Buffalo Bills: 69,609
Nov 28, 2019; Arlington, TX, USA; A view of a Buffalo Bills superfan before the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Buffalo Bills at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
16
Atlanta Falcons: 69,603
Sep 7, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons fans pass a logo flag across the stands during the game against the New Orleans Saints during the second half at the Georgia Dome. The Falcons defeated the Saints 37-34 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
17
Jacksonville Jaguars: 69,031
Oct 15, 2023; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars safety Rayshawn Jenkins (2) celebrates a defensive play with the fans during the game against the Indianapolis Colts in the first half at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-USA TODAY Sports
18
Seattle Seahawks: 68,735
Aug 29, 2019; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks safety DeShawn Shead (35) interacts with fans after the game between the Seattle Seahawks and Oakland Raiders at CenturyLink Field. Seattle defeated Oakland 17-15. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports
19
Cleveland Browns: 67,810
Dec 24, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; FirstEnergy Stadium is reflected in the snow goggles of a Cleveland Browns fan who is bundled up for the freezing temperature before the game against the New Orleans Saints. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
20
Pittsburgh Steelers: 66,977
Jan 15, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers fans at the 2024 AFC wild card game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports
21
Minnesota Vikings: 66,913
Oct 3, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; A general view of the exterior of U.S. Bank Stadium prior to the game between the Minnesota Vikings and New York Giants. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
22
Cincinnati Bengals: 66,040
Nov 5, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals fans cheer on their team in the first quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar-USA TODAY Sports
23
Miami Dolphins: 65,922
Dec 11, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; A Miami Dolphins fan wears a wrestling mask during the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
24
Indianapolis Colts: 65,230
Jan 6, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) celebrates with fans after rushing for a touchdown against the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Scheer-USA TODAY Sports
25
Detroit Lions: 64,850
KANSAS CITY, MO – APRIL 28: Detroit Lions fans react to their teams selection in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station on April 28, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)
26
Tennessee Titans: 64,520
Nov 14, 2021; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; A Tennessee Titans fan cheers during the first half against the New Orleans Saints at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
27
Washington Commanders: 63,950
Nov 23, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; A view of the Washington Commanders fans during the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Commanders at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
28
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: 63,756
Dec 5, 2022; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette (7) throws his helmet to a fan after defeating the New Orleans Saints at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Douglas DeFelice-USA TODAY Sports
29
New England Patriots: 63,018
Oct 8, 2023; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; A group of New England Patriots fans prior to a game against the New Orleans Saints at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports
30
Arizona Cardinals: 62,864
CLEVELAND, OHIO – NOVEMBER 05: An Arizona Cardinals fan celebrates after a play during the third quarter of the game against the Cleveland Browns at Cleveland Browns Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
31
Las Vegas Raiders: 62,190
Dec 15, 2019; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders fans hold up a flag during the fourth quarter of the game between the Oakland Raiders and the Jacksonville Jaguars at Oakland Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamash*ta-USA TODAY Sports
32
Chicago Bears: 61,769
Dec 17, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; A Chicago Bears fan watches warm ups before the game between the Bears and the Cleveland Browns at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
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