Report: Saints grounded after game due to issues with team plane

Staff report

Report: Saints grounded after game due to issues with team plane image

The New Orleans Saints' troubles in Seattle didn't end with Monday night's 34-7 loss to the Seahawks.

According to ESPN.com, the Saints were stranded in Seattle overnight due to unspecified mechanical problems with the team's plane.

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The team is expected to return to New Orleans on Tuesday.

The travel hiccup comes at an unfortunate time for the 9-3 Saints, who face a short week of preparation for their NFC South showdown against the 9-3 Carolina Panthers at home Sunday night.

Staff report