Looking closer at the Week 1 Saints defensive snap counts and top reps from special teams.
when they play the Cowboys in Week 2. The 47-10 shellacking of the Panthers showed us what the possibilities can be in the new-look Klint Kubiak offense, but the defense also did a formidable job on the day. We continue to peel back some of the layers from Week 1, focusing now on the defensive snap counts and top special teams reps.
The Saints defense allowed just 193 total net yards to the Panthers offense . They picked off Bryce Young two times and sacked him four times. Carolina went just 1-of-10 on 3rd Down and averaged just 3.5 yards/play. We knew the New Orleans defense would be a strength of the team this season, and it was an encouraging start. They'll be really put to the test against the Cowboys offense on Sunday.
Blake Grupe's outing was solid, as he accounted for 17 points. He hit field goals from 57, 44, 52 and 39 in addition to making all of his extra points. Great start to his season. Anfernee Orji was a tackle machine on special teams, getting 4 total .Sep 8, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu forces a fumble on the run of Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jonathan Mingo during the first half at Caesars Superdome.
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