Saints drop overtime thriller 31-30 against Lions in Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 3:23 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The New Orleans Saints fell to the Detroit Lions 31-30 in overtime during their NFL season opener. After trailing 21-0, the Saints rallied to tie the game at 24, showcasing a strong performance in the final quarter and overtime. The team was hindered by three turnovers and a slow start, despite outgaining the Lions in total yardage. Chris Olave had a standout game with 10 receptions for 182 yards. The Saints will look to improve in their next matchup against the Baltimore Ravens.
- •Saints outgained Lions 469-369 in total yardage.
- •Chris Olave recorded a career-high 182 receiving yards.
- •Saints tied the game after being down 21-0.
- •Upcoming match for New Orleans is against the Baltimore Ravens.
- 3:23 PMYahoo Sports — Game balls from the Saints' thrilling 31-30 overtime loss at the Lions
"There are few moral victories, but there were some good things to take away from a thrilling overtime loss by the Saints at Detroit.
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