Saints throttle the Bucs 31-14
The Saints won this game on the strength of Drew Brees’ right arm and a stern defensive effort. Drew Brees completed 24 of 32 passes for 314 yards and 3 TDs. Marques Colston caught 11 passes for 123 yards and a TD. Devery Henderson had a huge game, catching 3 passes for 111 yards and 2 long TDs. The Saints running game didn’t produce much. Deuce McAllister carried the ball 15 times for 32 yards (2.1 ypc) and a TD. Reggie Bush carried the ball 11 times for a LOSS of 5 yards, and he caught 4 passes for 22 yards.
The defense played great against the Bucs. LBs Scott Shanle (10 tackles) and Scott Fujita (6 tackles) led the way of defense. The Defensive Ends were huge difference makers for the Saints. Charles Grant had 4 tackles, a sack and a fumble recovery. Will Smith added 3 tackles and 2 sacks. The Saints held the Bucs to 68 yards rushing on 18 carries (3.8 ypc). The Bucs completed 18 of 31 passes for 158 net yards passing.
The Saints did exactly what they are supposed to do to bad teams…..kick their butt!
Now the Saints are learning how to play defense. I keep saying to anyone who would listen, DEFENSE WINS GAMES. They must continue to improve each Sunday. The key to winning the superbowl is defense improvements at all times.
David….I wouldn’t get to excited about shutting down the worst offense in the league. Let’s see how they do against Pittsburgh nest week, that will be a better gauge on if the Saints defense is improving.