Saints Blow 14-point Halftime Lead Despite Zach Wilson’s Impressive Preseason Debut

Zach Wilson, Bub Means and several young defenders impressed as New Orleans built a 20-6 halftime lead, but Jacksonville stormed back with 18 unanswered points.

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Aug 15, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler (2) scrambles from the pocket and fumbles the ball against Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Yasir Abdullah (56) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Saints Blow 14-point Halftime Lead Despite Zach Wilson’s Impressive Preseason Debut

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