21 Days Out: Saints Players Who Wore No. 21

Exactly Three Weeks Away

The New Orleans Saints are just 21 days away from their 2024 regular season opener against the Carolina Panthers. We continue our countdown to kickoff with a look at the Saints players who have worn the number 21.

Dalton Hilliard

Hilliard was a running back for the Saints from 1994 to 1999. He rushed for over 1,000 yards in three consecutive seasons and was a key member of the Saints' offense during their run to the NFC Championship Game in 1999.

Eric Allen

Allen was a cornerback for the Saints from 1987 to 1992. He was a three-time Pro Bowler and was named to the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 1980s. Allen was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2009.

Other Saints Players Who Wore No. 21

• Dave Waymer
• Mike Powell
• Clyde Gates
• Cameron Jordan

No. 21 is a storied number in Saints history. It has been worn by some of the most iconic players in franchise history, including Eric Allen and Dalton Hilliard. The Saints will look to add to the legacy of No. 21 in 2024.