Two of the best teams in the NFL are about to take the stage when the Detroit Lions and San Francisco 49ers kick off. Hopefully the New Orleans Saints can get where these squads have gotten and reach the NFC Championship Game next year.
Signing some of their players would help. Both the Lions and the 49ers have some pending free agents who could be good fits in New Orleans. If the Saints want to build a playoffs-ready roster, they should stock it with some players who have been there before. Here are some names to watch on Sunday evening: