Daniel Carlson Prepares for NFL’s First Game in Paris
Saints kicker Daniel Carlson is preparing to play in the NFL's first-ever game in Paris, France, against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Carlson is eager for the match at Stade de France, noting the challenging weather, while also hoping to win and…
Lake Charles, LA, October 24, 2026 —
Saints kicker Daniel Carlson is preparing to play the NFL’s first-ever game in Paris, France, against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The matchup is set to take place at Stade de France, according to the information provided about the event.
Carlson is eager for the game and has noted that the weather will be challenging. The specific conditions, and how they may affect play, were not provided. No game date, kickoff time or additional details about either team’s preparations were included.
The game also coincides with an important family milestone for Carlson: He is hoping to win and return home in time for the birth of his fourth child. The timing of the birth, how close it is to the game and any travel arrangements have not been specified.
The available information does not include a direct quotation from Carlson, so no verbatim comments are included here. It also does not provide details about the NFL’s plans for the Paris game beyond describing it as the league’s first-ever there. Carlson’s role as a kicker, the opponent and the venue form the stated details of the matchup; further information about the event was not provided.
For Carlson, the trip therefore brings together preparation for an unfamiliar setting and the hope of returning home for the arrival of his child. The account describes his anticipation of the game and his personal goal, but does not say what happened next or whether he was able to return in time.
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