No one is satisfied with being this close to winning, including the New Orleans Saints. In a results-driven business, New Orleans still seeks to string together a succession of positive results.

After splitting two home games, the Saints (1-5) are back on the road for Sunday's game against the Bears (3-2) at Soldier Field in Chicago. Three one-score losses this season suggest the Saints are doing something right; they just have to do a little bit more in order to pick up their second win. Here are some thoughts:

1. WAKE UP

New Orleans has been outscored 65-16 in the first quarter. Additionally, each of the last four opponents has scored a touchdown on its first two offensive possessions. It's difficult to start slow every game and hope to rally to victory, and the Saints know that all

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