The NFL says it will proceed with its original plans for the Steelers-Saints game in Paris during Week 6 while monitoring the situation. The league says heightened security measures will be in place as France faces violent protests; the game is scheduled for this weekend.
WHO:The NFL
WHAT:The NFL said it would proceed with its original plans for the Steelers-Saints game in Paris and put heightened security measures in place.
WHEN:Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 6:26 PM ET
WHERE:Paris, France
WHY:The NFL said it was monitoring the situation amid protests in France; no further reason for proceeding with the original plans was stated.
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