With the Mercedes Benz Superdome not being permitted by the city of New Orleans to allow any fans to attend games currently, the Saints have explored possible alternatives for their remaining five home contests.
Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge has emerged as a legitimate option and coach Payton is all about it.
“I don’t think they will be many challenges,” said Payton. “I mean, its right up the road. You’d be playing on grass, outside, in a great environment.”
It would not be the first time the Black & Gold played in Baton Rouge. In 2005, the Saints held four games at Tiger Stadium after being displaced due to Hurricane Katrina.
These circumstances are much different, but the opportunity to be in front of a crowd, even if it is limited capacity, is worth it to the Saints.
“If it was playing it in the Dome with no fans, or playing up there with 25,000 of our fans, then every one of us would make the 2nd choice,” Payton said. “So, we would embrace it.”
New Orleans has a bye this week and next host the Carolina Panthers on October 25th. Even if the Saints plan to play at LSU happens, that week 7 match-up would still likely be held in the Superdome.
