Things stayed within shouting distance at the Caesars Superdome.
But the New England Patriots shouted louder there on Sunday, defeating the New Orleans Saints by a score of 25-19.
Here’s a glance back on the 1 p.m. ET kickoff as head coach Mike Vrabel’s side returns home at 4-2 on the season.
Maye keeps finding a way downfield
A week removed from visiting the NFL’s last unbeaten team, it was on to visit a team fresh off its first win. There would be no letdown in Louisiana. Drake Maye found a way. And early. The Patriots quarterback went 18-of-26 passing for 261 yards against the Saints. He did so while throwing three touchdowns and no interceptions.
Beginning in “12” personnel, the opening drive spanned just four plays. A bootleg capped it off. With downfield eyes, Maye hit an open D