Former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, Who Kept Saints in New Orleans After Katrina, Dies at 84

Editorial: The NFL's Paul Tagliabue was a godsend for the New Orleans Saints

Former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, who died Sunday at age 84, was a superb steward of the league's fortunes, on multiple fronts. Louisianans, though, are forever especially grateful to Tagliabue for helping keep the Saints in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. We send fond R.I.P wishes to him.

Former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, who kept Saints in New Orleans after Katrina, dies at 84

Friends remember Tagliabue as a decent man, a great leader, and a true friend of New Orleans.

Jeff Duncan: New Orleans and the Saints lost a friend in Paul Tagliabue

Former NFL commissioner Paul Talgiabue had a deep affection for New Orleans and spearheaded the Saints' return to the city in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

Tagliabue leaves legacy as champion for New Orleans

The NFL thrived under Paul Tagliabue as commissioner. He also made sure the NFL would continue to thrive in the Crescent City. Tagliabue leaves legacy as champion for New Orleans