Overview
- The game is underway at the Caesars Superdome with New England ahead 14-6 after an early burst of explosive offense.
- Drake Maye hit DeMario Douglas on a 53-yard strike and later found Kayshon Boutte for a 25-yard touchdown to build the lead.
- A 61-yard Maye completion to Douglas was wiped out by an offensive pass interference flag on Stefon Diggs, stalling a potential third score.
- New Orleans opened with a 53-yard completion to Chris Olave but settled for field goals on two drives, including one extended by penalties and a Spencer Rattler scramble.
- Pre-game context: the Patriots entered 3-2 after wins over Carolina and Buffalo, while the Saints were 1-4; the matchup airs on CBS with streaming via Fubo.