Overview
- League officials confirmed on Oct. 24–25 that the New Orleans Saints vs. Pittsburgh Steelers game at Stade de France will be played as scheduled with increased security and a number of ancillary events canceled.
- Broadcasters including RTL will show the Paris game live, and organizers said security measures were tightened to manage large demonstrations reported in the city.
- Green Bay announced on Oct. 24 that running back Josh Jacobs was reactivated from the NFL’s commissioner‑exempt list after resolving a May legal case, making him eligible for Week 7 duty in Detroit.
- Detroit tight end Sam LaPorta publicly softened earlier comments about leaving the team and said he wants to stay with the Lions while seeking a contract that he described as appropriately paying him.
- Commentators compared the NFL’s choice with recent Formula 1 race cancellations and warned that prioritizing broadcast deals and ticket income over full postponement can create ethical and safety trade‑offs for leagues and players.