# Saints GM Loomis Speaks from Paris

> New Orleans Saints GM Mickey Loomis discusses team challenges, player development, and Paris training camp after owner Gayle Benson's critique.
- Title: Saints GM Loomis Speaks from Paris · New Orleans Saints On SI
- Summary: New Orleans Saints GM Mickey Loomis discusses team challenges, player development, and Paris training camp after owner Gayle Benson's critique. Saints GM…
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- Source: New Orleans Saints On SI — https://si.com/nfl/saints/onsi/saints-gm-loomis-speaks-from-paris-reac-to-benson-talk-experiences-in-france-01m5fc3pvcb6
- Published: 2026-10-21T14:09:15+00:00
- Read time: 2 min
- Topics: saints, michael loomis, gayle benson, paris, nfl, kellen moore, jordyn tyson, pittsburgh steelers, super bowl, training camp, sports
## Saints GM Loomis in Paris
Saints general manager Mickey Loomis spoke to media in Paris after owner Gayle Benson criticized the team's performance two weeks ago.
## Excited for Paris Trip
Loomis said the facilities, accommodations, service, and hospitality in Paris were fantastic and they're preparing for Sunday's game against Pittsburgh Steelers.
## Response to Benson's Critique
Loomis understood where Gayle Benson was coming from but said the team needs to be uncomfortable to improve in an outcome-based sport.
## Team Capable Despite Youth
Loomis believes the team is capable but acknowledges they're a young developing team with a coach who has only 22 games experience.
## Hopeful on Some Fronts
Loomis mentioned they had games they could have easily won, including a 11-point lead against Las Vegas.
## Quarterback as Foundation
Loomis said the quarterback is the starting point for team success, with high performance and reaction to adversity.
## Kellen Moore's Development
Loomis stated he won't evaluate Kellen Moore's coaching progress yet but likes what he sees with a 23-game career.
## Paris Training Camp Benefits
Loomis explained the camp helps players bond and acclimate to time changes with shared experiences in France.
## Jordyn Tyson's Injury
Tyson is improving but won't practice this week; the injury is not the same as his previous one.
## Logistics of Paris Camp
Loomis said organizing the camp is complicated but preparation remains the same as in New Orleans.
## Versailles as Camp Site
Loomis chose Versailles after consulting with their football operations person who said it was the best site.
## Team Goals
Loomis stated the team's goal is to win the Super Bowl, similar to their 2012 goals with Drew Brees.
## Growth Timeline
Loomis said the team's growth can be faster than the four-year span of the 2006-2009 Super Bowl team.
## Learning from Adversity
Loomis emphasized learning from adversity over success, with examples from recent games.
## NFL Flag Football Development
Loomis hopes the NFL helps develop tackle football in France, currently focused on flag football.
## Protests Impact
Loomis said the team hasn't been affected by ongoing protests due to strong security arrangements.
## Key takeaway

Saints GM Mickey Loomis says the team is capable despite being young, with goals to win the Super Bowl and learning from adversity.