The Saints would never leave New Orleans, right?While it still seems highly unlikely, Jeff Duncan’s recent reporting in the New Orleans Times-Picayune shows it can’t be ruled out entirely.This year’s Super Bowl took place at Caesars Superdome in New OrleansGettyAccording to Duncan, although the Superdome lease has been worked out, it’s still unsigned because of unresolved agreements tied to nearby properties.“The Saints and the state of Louisiana have agreed to the terms of a long-term lease of the Caesars Superdome, but it hasn’t been signed because the two sides are still haggling over leases for Benson Tower, Champions Square and the team’s practice facility in Jefferson Parish,” Duncan wrote.“The stadium lease deal, which would run for 10 years and then give the Saints options to renew every five years through 2055, has been finalized since last week.”This isn’t anything like what’s going on with the Browns’ situation in Cleveland or the Bears’ situation in Chicago. Those franchises are seeking new stadiums and considering relocation within or outside their current cities. The Saints aren’t seeking a new stadium — or even a new home.The state naturally wants to lock in the Superdome deal before tackling other talks, but the team is just as eager to use that deal as leverage to secure better terms on the three unresolved agreements.“Tying Benson Tower and Champions Square to the broader stadium arrangement is not a windfall,” Saints spokesman Greg Bensel told Duncan. “It is the financial backbone that makes the overall package work in a small NFL market like New Orleans.”It’s shaping up to be the ultimate game of chicken between the Saints and the state. And while the idea of the Saints ever leaving Louisiana seems almost sacrilegious, Duncan put it bluntly on X.“Negotiations between the Saints & state on a longterm lease agreement are stuck in a seemingly intractable standoff,” Duncan posted. “The future of the team in NOLA is at risk.”That scenario seems improbable, but it’s still possible — albeit very unlikely. If the unthinkable were to happen, where would the Saints even go?The Saints have been based in New Orleans since their founding in 1967GettyThe Saints are deeply woven into the city’s culture and historyGettyWhat cities could get an NFL franchise?It’s no secret that the NFL has been expanding globally, with rumors swirling that London could get a franchise.San Antonio and Austin are the two Texas cities most often mentioned if the NFL expands or relocates a team.With a population approaching 1.6 million, San Antonio is the largest U.S. city without an NFL team. The 64,000-seat Alamodome has hosted high-profile events like NCAA Final Fours but would require major renovations to meet NFL standards.Nevertheless, San Antonio remains a top contender for a future NFL franchise and likely holds the upper hand over its neighbor, Austin.Orlando, Salt Lake City and Oklahoma City have also been mentioned as possible destinations.Could the NFL go back to St. Louis? Possibly, but tensions between the city and the league remain high from the Rams’ departure.NFL's Greatest......Ranking the top 10......Quarterbacks of all-time – Can anyone better Tom Brady?Wide receivers of all-time – Does Randy Moss or Jerry Rice come out on top?Running backs of all-time – Stacking Jim Brown, Barry Sanders, Walter Payton, Emmitt Smith and moreTight ends of all-time – How does Travis Kelce compare?When it comes to the Saints, these negotiations tend to resolve themselves eventually.Anything other than the historic franchise remaining in the only city it has ever called home would be a shock.Few teams are as deeply connected to their city as the Saints. After enduring Hurricane Katrina together, the Saints became a symbol of hope for a city in desperate need of it.While the game of chicken will continue, the residents of New Orleans shouldn’t have to worry too much.The Saints aren’t going anywhere.Stay up to date with the latest from the NFL across all platforms – follow our NFL Facebook page, subscribe to our talkSPORT End Zone YouTube channel for all the offseason news, interviews and more