The New Orleans Saints secured a significant 17-7 victory against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, a win that, despite the team”s struggles this season, holds crucial importance. The game showcased a complete performance from a team that has faced challenges in executing complementary football throughout 2025. This victory provides a much-needed boost heading into a bye week, especially with a rivalry matchup against the Atlanta Falcons on the horizon in New Orleans on November 23.
Head coach Kellen Moore, in his first year with the organization, expressed optimism about the win. “I felt like it was one of our cleaner games,” he stated during a news conference on Monday. “Protecting the football, creating turnovers, playing a physical game in all three phases. Hopefully something we can build on.”
With a current record of 2-8, the Saints face a grim outlook for the playoffs as January approaches. Nevertheless, the remaining schedule appears relatively manageable. The only opponent with a winning record that the Saints will face in their final seven games is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Upcoming contests include two games against the Falcons, a rematch against the Panthers at home, and matchups against the New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, and Tennessee Titans.
