New Orleans
Saints
2-1
27
FINAL
14
Indianapolis
Colts
0-3
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 29d ago
The New Orleans Saints topped the Indianapolis Colts 27-14 in a decisive Week 4 matchup of the 2027 season. With both teams vying for early-season momentum, the Saints emerged victorious, showcasing their offensive prowess and solidifying their position in the standings. Tyler Shough led the charge for New Orleans, throwing for 329 yards and two touchdowns, effectively orchestrating the Saints' passing attack. Puka Nacua was a standout target, racking up 135 receiving yards, while Travis Etienne Jr. added a reliable ground game with 65 rushing yards. The Saints' offense proved too much for the Colts to handle, generating consistent scoring opportunities throughout the game. Defensively, Christen Miller was a key contributor for New Orleans, recording 1.5 sacks that disrupted the Colts' rhythm and put pressure on their quarterback. The game's turning point came midway through the second quarter when Shough connected with Nacua for a long touchdown, shifting momentum firmly in favor of the Saints. Despite Charvarius Ward Sr.’s impressive nine tackles and an interception for Indianapolis, the Colts struggled to contain the explosive Saints offense.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Tyler ShoughQB452964%3292191.8
Anthony Richardson SrQB442148%2421162.8
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Travis Etienne JrHB13655.0110180
Jonathan TaylorHB12302.5—180
Tyler ShoughQB3113.7—050
Joe ShieldsHB881.0—140
DJ GiddensHB284.0—061
Chris OlaveWR166.0—060
Anthony Richardson SrQB155.0—050
Tyler WarrenTE000.0—000
Puka NacuaWR000.0—000
Deion BurksWR000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Puka NacuaWR913515.0340230
Deion BurksWR69315.5160240
Chris OlaveWR77911.3131180
Tucker KraftTE55010.071290
Alec PierceWR44711.851191
Jason DodsonTE13030.060303
Joe ShieldsHB12424.0160240
Bryce LanceWR2199.5—0120
Mecole HardmanWR2189.06090
DJ GiddensHB11616.030160
Travis Etienne JrHB3165.3160120
Tyler WarrenTE11313.050130
Jonathan TaylorHB393.04050
Marvin Mims JrWR188.0—081
Ben VanSumerenFB284.06040
Oscar DelpTE263.02030
Defense
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Charlie SmythK22345
Maddux TrujilloK0020
Jack BrowningP0000