The New York Jets, led by quarterback Brady Cook, face the New Orleans Saints, led by quarterback Tyler Shough, on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, La.

The NFL season continues in Week 16 when the New Orleans Saints host the New York Jets on Sunday. Start time, how to watch, stream and NFL TV schedule.

Here are your Five Things to Know about the New Orleans Saints for Sunday, December 21:

New Orleans Saints kicker Charlie Smyth's incredible journey from Ireland to the NFL hit another benchmark on Saturday.

Ranking the best and most underrated NFL defenses to play as fantasy football D/ST units in Week 16 of the 2025 NFL season

We are coming down to the wire of the 2025 regular season, and Week 16 has the potential for several teams to punch their ticket to the playoffs. Already, the Los Angeles Rams and Denver Broncos have their postseason spots secure,

The New Orleans Saints had to make a decision on Charlie Smyth. They had already elevated the kicker three times from the practice squad. For him to play again on gameday, he'd need an active-roster contract. The Saints gave that to Smyth on Saturday. ESPN's Adam Schefter reports it's a three-year deal for Smyth.

It would seem as if the Saints defense would have a major edge over the Jets and their anemic passing game. They can't play down to their competition.