Daniel Carlson misses late field goal as Saints lose in overtime
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 9:21 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The New Orleans Saints fell to the Las Vegas Raiders 31-30 in overtime during their season opener on September 14, 2026. After trailing 21-0, the Saints rallied to tie the game before Daniel Carlson's 62-yard field goal attempt for the win in regulation went wide. In overtime, the Saints attempted a two-point conversion to secure victory but failed. Carlson finished with one made field goal and three extra points, performing under pressure despite the miss. The match showcased the Saints' resilience but ended in heartbreak.
- •Saints trail 21-0 before mounting a comeback to tie.
- •Daniel Carlson's 62-yard field goal attempt misses in regulation.
- •Saints attempt a two-point conversion in overtime but do not convert.
- •Carlson's overall stats include 1/2 on field goals and 3/3 on PATs.
- 9:21 PMYahoo Sports — Daniel Carlson misses game-winning field goal in New Orleans Saints’ loss
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