Saints Fall One Play Short of Incredible Comeback Against Lions

The Saints rallied from a 21-point deficit but fell to the Lions 31-30 in overtime after Tyler Shough’s potential game-winning 2-point conversion failed.

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Sep 13, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) is tackled by Detroit Lions cornerback Roger McCreary (21) after forcing a fumble during the third quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Saints Fall One Play Short of Incredible Comeback Against Lions

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