New Orleans Saints lead NFL in fumbles, impacting offensive performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 3:47 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Through four games, the New Orleans Saints have committed five fumbles, the most in the NFL. Their ball security issues are causing significant problems for an offense struggling to gain traction. Quarterback Tyler Shough faces increased pressure due to poor offensive line protection and has lost three fumbles, contributing to the team's turnover issues. Key players Juwan Johnson and Kendre Miller have also been responsible for fumbles that halted drives. The coaching staff, led by Kellen Moore, faces pressure to address these issues to improve performance moving forward.
- •Saints have five fumbles in four games, highest in the NFL.
- •Tyler Shough has lost three fumbles this season.
- •Juwan Johnson and Kendre Miller have contributed to fumbles.
- •Offensive line struggles are placing Shough under pressure.
- •Coaching adjustments may be necessary to improve ball security.
- 3:47 PMYahoo Sports — League-leading fumbles are becoming a critical flaw for Saints offense
"No offense has more fumbles than the New Orleans Saints. These turnovers are becoming a critical flaw for a team that can't get out of its own way.
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