You know the New Orleans Saints have officially returned to the realm of the NFL's elite when you're scheduled for five prime-time games in 2018.
Including the Thanksgiving nightcap Nov. 22.
At the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
Against the Atlanta Falcons.
That's right. A "Dirty Bird" for Thanksgiving.
Sean Payton even knows how to signal for the Heimlich maneuver if Devonta Freeman or anyone else gags on "Roasted Falcon," "28-3 Clam Chowder," "Ringless Cranberry Sauce" or some other delicacy.
Outside the Falcons game, the Saints will play under the bright lights of prime time against Washington at home (Monday, Oct.