Overview

• The 26-14 win over the Giants moved New Orleans to 1-4 and gave Spencer Rattler his first NFL victory, highlighted by an 87-yard touchdown to Rashid Shaheed.
• Jordan Howden returned a fumble 86 yards for a score, Kool-Aid McKinstry grabbed two fourth-quarter interceptions, and rookie Jonas Sanker recovered a fumble forced by Demario Davis.
• New Orleans’ run defense remained vulnerable, allowing 136 rushing yards at 4.7 yards per carry to New York.
• Special teams struggles persisted, with five field-goal misses on the season and league-worst kickoff coverage alongside poor punt return defense.
• Kellen Moore noted Justin Reid entered concussion protocol, Chase Young remains sidelined, and veterans Taysom Hill and Foster Moreau returned as the Saints prepare to host the Patriots.