National Anthem: Jake Cowley
Jake Cowley is a 27-year-old gifted gospel artist who has been singing since he was two years old. His love of music is rooted in the soulful gospel music he loved singing his entire life in church. He released his first solo gospel CD of 13 songs in 2015. Jake released his second project, a secular EP project, “A Song for You” in January 2018.
Champions Square Entertainment: Chubby Carrier and The Bayou Swamp Band
Founded in 1989, Louisiana-based Chubby Carrier & the Bayou Swamp Band is a Grammy Award-winning band. Chubby is the third generation of Zydeco artists from the Carrier family. He played his first gig on drums with his father’s band at the age of ten. In 1989, he created his own group which toured the United States, Canada and Europe.
Halftime Entertainment: Jahri Evans Saints Ring of Honor Induction
Former New Orleans Saints guard Jahri Evans will be inducted into the club’s Ring of Honor on Sunday, Nov. 17, during an on-field ceremony during halftime of the team’s game against the Cleveland Browns. Saints owner Gayle Benson and a significant number of Evans’ former teammates, who participate in the team’s annual “Legends Weekend,” will be on hand for the induction.
Legend of the Saints game: Jahri Evans
This Pro Football Hall of Famer (class of 2012) returns to New Orleans to be honored by the team and fans and to see another offensive lineman, Jahri Evans, join him in the ring. honor of the team. One of the most accomplished tackles in NFL history, Roaf was the anchor of the Saints offensive line for nine seasons, named to the Pro Bowl seven consecutive times and a four-time All-Pro.
