The New Orleans Saints improved their record to 3-5 on the season following a 23-16 overtime victory against the Cleveland Browns.
With the win, New Orleans is tied for the top of the NFC South pending the outcome of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ game.
Saints Win 23-16 After Overtime Touchdown
Kicker Charlie Smyth opened the scoring for the Saints with a 30-yard field goal in the first quarter. After a scoreless second period, Smyth added a 27-yard field goal in the third quarter to create a 6-6 tie, followed by a 48-yard field goal that gave New Orleans a 9-6 lead.
Newly resigned running back Audric Estime scored on a 2-yard rushing touchdown with less than a minute left to push the lead to 16-13. In overtime, quarterback Tyler Shough connected with tight end Juwan Johnson for a 15-yard passing touchdown to secure the 23-16 final score.
Team Statistics and Player Performances
Tyler Shough finished the game completing 21 of 35 passes for 265 yards and one touchdown, while also contributing 10 carries for 51 rushing yards. Audric Estime recorded 15 carries for 72 yards and one touchdown, averaging 4.8 yards per carry.
Alvin Kamara added 6 carries for 32 rushing yards along with 3 receptions for 17 receiving yards, and Chris Olave led the receivers with 7 receptions for 98 yards. Defensively, Kaden Ellis notched 11 tackles, 8 solo tackles, 1 sack, 2 TFLs, and 4 quarterback hits. Carl Granderson added 7 tackles, 5 solo tackles, and 2 sacks, while Chase Young contributed 4 tackles, 2 solo tackles, and 1 sack.
Next Matchup in the NFC South
Following Sunday’s victory and a loss by the Carolina Panthers, the Saints will host Carolina next week with an opportunity to take sole possession of first place in the NFC South.
