NFL Keeps Paris Game Plans Amid Protests

The NFL says preparations are continuing for the Steelers-Saints game at Stade de France on Oct. 25, the league’s first regular-season game in Paris, despite escalating protests and violence in France. Demonstrations over schools and the cost of living have led to clashes with police, looting, fires and mass arrests, raising safety concerns, particularly around Saint-Denis. The league says it is working with local authorities, keeping the teams updated and has reported no disruption at its sites. A league source says the venue could change if circumstances warrant, though no move has been announced; possible alternatives include New Orleans or London, with significant logistical consequences for teams and traveling fans.