Saints recall the 'River City Relay' as notable play in history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 10:55 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The New Orleans Saints highlighted the 'River City Relay' as the team's notable play on August 2. This play occurred during a critical moment in Week 16 of an earlier season, where a series of lateral passes led to a touchdown despite a subsequent missed extra point by kicker John Carney. The play showcased the team's offensive creativity, though it ended in disappointment with a loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Saints continue their preparations for the upcoming season opener against the Detroit Lions, set to take place in the coming weeks.
- •The 'River City Relay' involved multiple lateral passes leading to a touchdown.
- •John Carney missed the extra point, leading to a loss against the Jaguars.
- •This play is featured as the Saints' Play of the Day.
- •The Saints are preparing for their season opener against the Lions.
- 10:55 AMYahoo Sports — The 'River City Relay' is the Saints Play of the Day
"The infamous 'River City Relay' is our pick for the Saints Play of the Day. John Carney's lowest moment in the NFL wasn't the end of his story.
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