Saints Dominate Panthers 47-10 in Season Opener, Score on First Nine Drives

Sep 8, 2024, 07:03 PM

The New Orleans Saints delivered a dominant performance against the Carolina Panthers, leading 30-0 at halftime and eventually winning 47-10. The Saints scored on their first nine drives, becoming the first team since at least 2000 to achieve this feat in a season opener. This marks the third time the Saints have scored on their first nine drives in any game since 2000, previously doing so against the Bengals in 2018 and the Colts in 2011. Chris Olave had three targets in the game. The Panthers struggled significantly, managing only 34 net yards in the first half and failing to capitalize on their limited offensive opportunities.