Saints struggle with scoring as first-quarter points lag behind games played
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 3:25 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
The New Orleans Saints have scored only 6 first-quarter points across 7 games this season. During their Week 7 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team finished another first quarter without any points. This trend mirrors Kellen Moore's coaching history, where his offenses have consistently underperformed in first quarters. With a bye week approaching, there are questions about potential adjustments to improve the team's offensive performance moving forward.
- •Saints have played 7 games this season, scoring 6 first-quarter points.
- •Another first quarter without points occurred in Week 7 against the Steelers.
- •Kellen Moore's teams historically struggle in first quarters.
- •The bye week offers a chance for introspection and adjustments.
- 3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Saints have more games played than first-quarter points this season
"The New Orleans Saints have more games played (7) than first-quarter points (6) this season. At what point does Kellen Moore do something about it?
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