Saints Look to Maintain Momentum Against Struggling Panthers

The New Orleans Saints are looking to maintain momentum as they prepare to face the struggling Carolina Panthers. Coming off a strong victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Saints aim to build consistency, a trait that has eluded them this season.

According to Who Dat Dish, the Saints have not won consecutive games since the middle of last season, and they need to break this pattern to energize their fan base. Coach Kellen Moore emphasized that divisional games, like this one against the Panthers, can play out differently due to familiarity between teams.

The Saints previously defeated the Panthers, holding quarterback Bryce Young to just 124 yards and forcing him into an interception. The Saints' strategy will rely on making Young beat them, which he has struggled to do historically, throwing two touchdowns and four interceptions in five matchups against New Orleans.

Meanwhile, the Panthers, who currently lead the NFC South for the first time since 2015, are looking to solidify their playoff aspirations with a win. Young noted that divisional matchups feel like a chess match, and they must be at their best to accept the challenge presented by the Saints.

If the Saints can replicate their previous defensive success and limit the Panthers' rushing attack, they'll have a solid chance of coming away with another victory. However, their run defense has been inconsistent this season, ranking 24th in the NFL, allowing 130.9 rushing yards per game, which they must improve to avoid being exploited by the Panthers' running game.