Panthers at Saints

Franchise Hub Beat · 20d ago

In a tightly contested NFC South showdown, the New Orleans Saints held off the Carolina Panthers with a final score of 20-14, solidifying their position in the playoff race as they enter the second half of the season. With both teams fighting for crucial divisional wins, the stakes were high as they faced off in Week 10 of the 2026 season.

Offensively, Tyler Shough led the Saints with a strong performance, throwing for 273 yards and connecting on key passes to Chris Olave, who racked up an impressive 148 receiving yards. Alvin Kamara contributed significantly on the ground with 78 rushing yards, helping New Orleans maintain control of the clock and keep the Panthers’ defense on their heels. Meanwhile, Bryce Young threw for two touchdowns, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Saints’ offensive firepower.

Defensively, the Saints made their mark with Chase Young, who recorded 1.5 sacks, putting pressure on Young and disrupting Carolina's offensive rhythm. The turning point of the game came late in the fourth quarter when New Orleans' defense forced a critical turnover, allowing the Saints to seal the victory and deny the Panthers a late-game comeback. Will Lee III of the Panthers led the defense with 11 total tackles, but it was ultimately the Saints' ability to make plays when it mattered that secured their win.