Overview
- The New Orleans Saints confirmed on Sept. 21 that Shaquille O'Neal will perform as DJ Diesel during the halftime of their Week 3 home opener against the Las Vegas Raiders.
- The game is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 27 at the Caesars Superdome in the late-afternoon window at 4:25 p.m. Eastern (3:25 p.m. Central).
- Shaq has toured as DJ Diesel since 2023 and released the DJ album Gorilla Warfare, and his live sets focus on heavy electronic basslines and big drops built for stadium crowds.
- The booking leverages Shaq’s regional ties to LSU and his broad media profile to draw local interest and create a high-energy in-stadium experience for fans.
- The Saints used their official social account to announce the show and the appearance could signal continued NFL interest in booking crossover sports stars for halftime entertainment.