Saints fall to Lions in overtime thriller to open NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 9:20 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
The New Orleans Saints lost 31-30 to the Detroit Lions in overtime on September 13, 2026, starting the season at 0-1. After trailing 21-0, the Saints mounted a comeback, with Tyler Shough throwing three touchdown passes. The Saints tied the game in overtime but failed to convert a two-point attempt. Next, they will face the Baltimore Ravens, who won their opener against the Indianapolis Colts.
- •Saints start the season at 0-1 after the loss to Lions.
- •Tyler Shough threw for 410 yards and 3 touchdowns.
- •Kendre Miller had 1 rushing touchdown for the Saints.
- •Saints attempted a two-point conversion in overtime but failed.
- •Next game is against the Ravens, who won their opener.
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Saints fall to 0-1 with loss to the Lions
"The Saints will now travel to take on the 1-0 Baltimore Ravens.
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