It’s game day — and if the Saints want to walk out with a win, the formula isn’t complicated:
1. Protect the football.
No turnovers. No momentum killers. Clean football keeps them in control.
2. Establish the run early.
If they can stay ahead of the chains, it opens everything up for the offense and takes pressure off the quarterback.
3. Let the quarterback play fast.
Quick reads, decisive throws, get into a rhythm. When he plays on time, the offense moves.
4. Win on third down.
Too many drives die because of sloppy execution. Convert the makeable ones and avoid the long ones.
5. Defense needs pressure, not just contain.
Make their QB uncomfortable. Force mistakes. Create short fields.
6. Own the red zone.
Field goals won’t cut it. They need touchdowns.
If they clean up the details and play with urgency, they can control this game.
Let’s see who shows up today. Who Dat.