At 0-2, the Saints ‘ early narrative is one of near-misses and costly fumbles, a story of a team finding its footing the hard way. And in a single, gravity-defying moment during a practice routine, a cheerleader’s unexpected flight somehow encapsulated that very feeling of precarious uncertainty. Thankfully, the story has a safe landing.

Saints cheerleader Lily Lowry was sent airborne during a stunt, tumoring into the front row seats after a mishap with her male partners. The incident, caught on video, quickly became a bizarrely perfect metaphor for the Saints’ rocky start. With a resilience that mirrors the team’s own need to bounce back, Lowry was quick to reassure everyone she was okay, taking to Instagram with the kind of wit that defines a pro. She posted the video with the cap

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