3 reasons the Saints are built for long-term success

The New Orleans Saints are one of those organizations everyone knows will always be good and win football games, for now. 

Even a few years back when the team struggled, thee still managed to muster up a 7-9 record and beat some high-quality teams. The Saints are at the point where teams know that when you see them on the schedule, it’s not going to be an easy victory.

It didn’t always use to be that way. For the bulk of the Saints history, they were far from the dominant team that they put on the field currently.

Thankfully, the addition of Drew Brees and Sean Payton changed everything for this franchise. One of the best linebackers, wide receivers and pass rushers certainly helps add to the elite status of New Orleans.

The Saints’ key to success has propelled them to three consecutive NFC South top spot finishes and they will look to expand on that in the long run. If they take down a fourth this year, it will be a division record four in a row.

That said, here is a look at three reasons why the Saints are built for long-term success.