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Saints Lose Seventh Straight; Derek Carr Sets Record in 23-22 Loss to Panthers

Nov 3, 2024, 09:10 PM

The New Orleans Saints suffered a 23-22 defeat to the Carolina Panthers, marking their seventh consecutive loss after starting the season 2-0. Running back Alvin Kamara delivered a standout performance with 215 yards on 35 touches, but it was not enough to secure a win. Quarterback Derek Carr became the first QB in NFL history to lose to 31 different teams. The Saints dominated statistically, outgaining the Panthers 427 to 245 yards, running 24 more plays, and winning the turnover battle. Remarkably, over the past 20 years, teams with such advantages had a 275-0 record, now broken by this loss. The Saints failed to convert a crucial fourth-and-four with 1:09 remaining, opting for an incompletion on a deep pass. Head coach Dennis Allen expressed his disappointment, saying he is hurting for the city, the organization, and the players. The defeat has intensified scrutiny on Allen's tenure.