New Orleans
Saints
1-0
45
FINAL
28
Baltimore
Ravens
1-0
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn an explosive Week 2 matchup of the 2026 season, the New Orleans Saints topped the Baltimore Ravens with a final score of 45-28. This victory not only boosts the Saints' momentum early in the season but also underscores their offensive capabilities against a formidable opponent.
Leading the charge for New Orleans was quarterback Tyler Shough, who threw for an impressive 320 yards, showcasing his ability to connect with receivers downfield. Running back Bijan Robinson had a standout performance for the Ravens, rushing for 119 yards, while Lamar Jackson added three touchdown passes, keeping the game competitive. Meanwhile, Travis Etienne Jr. shone for the Saints with 102 receiving yards, proving to be a reliable target in crucial moments.
Defensively, the Saints made key plays that shifted the game in their favor, with Kool-Aid McKinstry recording six total tackles and Decamerion Richardson snagging an interception. The turning point came when Richardson's interception halted a promising Ravens drive, allowing the Saints to extend their lead and ultimately secure the win. Despite the Ravens' offensive firepower, it was New Orleans' defensive stands that paved the way for their decisive victory.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | CMP% | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Shough | QB | 27 | 14 | 52% | 320 | 3 | 0 | 131.7 |
| Lamar Jackson | QB | 28 | 17 | 61% | 309 | 3 | 4 | 94.7 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bijan Robinson | HB | 21 | 119 | 5.7 | 34 | 0 | 35 | 1 |
| Travis Etienne Jr | HB | 7 | 75 | 10.7 | 9 | 2 | 29 | 0 |
| Lamar Jackson | QB | 4 | 12 | 3.0 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| Adam Randall | HB | 1 | -2 | -2.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Etienne Jr | HB | 4 | 102 | 25.5 | 89 | 1 | 75 | 0 |
| Oscar Delp | TE | 5 | 99 | 19.8 | 66 | 2 | 40 | 0 |
| Ja'Kobi Lane | WR | 2 | 91 | 45.5 | 36 | 1 | 64 | 0 |
| Jordyn Tyson | WR | 4 | 82 | 20.5 | 3 | 0 | 28 | 0 |
| Bijan Robinson | HB | 6 | 65 | 10.8 | 54 | 0 | 18 | 1 |
| Devontez Walker | WR | 3 | 62 | 20.7 | 28 | 1 | 28 | 0 |
| Zay Flowers | WR | 1 | 43 | 43.0 | 3 | 0 | 43 | 0 |
| Alvin Kamara | HB | 1 | 37 | 37.0 | 22 | 0 | 37 | 0 |
| Mark Andrews | TE | 4 | 32 | 8.0 | 22 | 0 | 15 | 1 |
| Rashod Bateman | WR | 1 | 16 | 16.0 | 3 | 1 | 16 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kool-Aid McKinstry | CB | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Lorenzo Styles Jr | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Decamerion Richardson | CB | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Justin Reid | FS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Jonas Sanker | SS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Christen Miller | DT | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Trey Hendrickson | REDG | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jordan Howden | FS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nate Wiggins | CB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Kyle Hamilton | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Quincy Riley | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chidobe Awuzie | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Isaiah Simmons | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Marlon Humphrey | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mory Bamba | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tre Hawkins III | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Darius Rush | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Joey Bosa | REDG | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Loop | K | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Daniel Carlson | K | 1 | 1 | 6 | 45 |

