Saints' defense extends streak of no fourth-quarter touchdowns over eight games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 6:55 AM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026

The New Orleans Saints have established a notable defensive streak, going eight consecutive regular-season games without allowing a fourth-quarter touchdown. This achievement has been highlighted by defensive back Jonas Sanker, who acknowledged he was unaware of the streak but emphasized the importance of maintaining strong finish in games. The Saints, despite a shaky start to the season, demonstrated their capability to finish strong, particularly in a recent game against Baltimore, where they secured a 24-17 victory. New Orleans will attempt to extend this streak on Sunday when they face the Las Vegas Raiders at home.
- •Saints have not surrendered a fourth-quarter touchdown in eight games.
- •Jonas Sanker highlighted the defense's confidence and finishing mentality.
- •Saints limited the Ravens to no points in the fourth quarter during a recent win.
- •Upcoming game against the Raiders presents another opportunity to extend the streak.
- •Sanker has contributed significantly with 13 tackles in two games this season.
- 6:55 AMYahoo Sports — Saints’ Jonas Sanker Had No Idea His Defense Was Doing This for Eight Straight Games
"The New Orleans Saints have quietly developed an impressive defensive habit that even one of their own players didn’t realize existed. Despite not being perfect to start the 2026 season, New Orleans has reportedly gone eight consecutive regular-season games without surrendering a fourth-quarter touchdown. Defensive back Jonas Sanker believes that statistic reveals something important about […] The post Saints’ Jonas Sanker Had No Idea His Defense Was Doing This for Eight Straight Games appeared
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