The New Orleans Saints defeated the Baltimore Ravens 24-17 on September 20, 2026, at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore. The Week 2 matchup produced a dramatic fourth-quarter turnaround after the Ravens controlled much of the opening three quarters. Baltimore led 17-9 entering the final period, but New Orleans scored 15 unanswered fourth-quarter points to complete the comeback. The Saints improved to 1-1, while the Ravens also moved to 1-1 after the loss.
Tyler Shough delivered one of the most important performances of the game for New Orleans. He completed 27 of 34 passes for 252 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions. He also rushed for 23 yards and scored the decisive one-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter. Chris Olave added eight catches for 86 yards and a touchdown. For Baltimore, Lamar Jackson finished with 235 passing yards, one touchdown and one interception, while Rashod Bateman caught seven passes for 88 yards and a touchdown.
Match Scores
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans Saints | 0 | 6 | 3 | 15 | 24 |
| Baltimore Ravens | 7 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 17 |
Final Score and Match Details
The final score was New Orleans Saints 24, Baltimore Ravens 17. Baltimore opened the scoring through Derrick Henry’s one-yard rushing touchdown, and the Ravens built a 14-3 advantage in the second quarter. New Orleans continued to add points through Daniel Carlson’s field goals before entering halftime down 14-6. A 49-yard field goal from the Saints in the third quarter reduced the deficit to eight points, setting up a decisive final period.
The fourth quarter completely changed the direction of the contest. Shough connected with Olave for a 21-yard touchdown, and New Orleans successfully converted a two-point attempt through Travis Etienne to tie the game at 17. Shough then scored on a one-yard rushing touchdown with 1:32 remaining, putting the Saints ahead 23-17 before Carlson’s extra point made it 24-17. Jackson’s final possession ended with Julian Blackmon intercepting him near the Saints’ goal line.
| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | September 20, 2026 |
| Week | NFL Week 2 |
| Venue | M&T Bank Stadium |
| Location | Baltimore, Maryland |
| Final Score | Saints 24, Ravens 17 |
| Saints Record | 1-1 |
| Ravens Record | 1-1 |
| Saints Possession | 32:45 |
| Ravens Possession | 27:15 |
| Saints Total Yards | 298 |
| Ravens Total Yards | 312 |
| Saints Turnovers | 0 |
| Ravens Turnovers | 1 |
Tyler Shough Player Stats
Tyler Shough was central to the Saints’ comeback. The New Orleans quarterback completed 27 of 34 attempts, giving him a completion rate of 79.4 percent. He finished with 252 passing yards, one passing touchdown and no interceptions. His official passer rating was 107.4 according to the game box score. Shough also carried the ball nine times for 23 yards and scored the decisive rushing touchdown in the final minutes.
Shough’s performance became especially important as the game progressed. New Orleans struggled to generate consistent rushing production, finishing with only 65 rushing yards. That placed greater responsibility on the passing game. Shough responded by repeatedly finding Chris Olave, Juwan Johnson and Devaughn Vele. His late touchdown drive and rushing score turned a 17-17 tie into a 24-17 Saints victory.
| Tyler Shough | Stat |
|---|---|
| Completions/Attempts | 27/34 |
| Completion Percentage | 79.4% |
| Passing Yards | 252 |
| Passing TDs | 1 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Passer Rating | 107.4 |
| Rushing Attempts | 9 |
| Rushing Yards | 23 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 |
Lamar Jackson Player Stats
Lamar Jackson produced 235 passing yards on 21 completions in 31 attempts. He threw one touchdown pass and one interception while recording an 87.4 passer rating. Jackson also remained an important part of Baltimore’s rushing attack, carrying four times for 34 yards. His passing touchdown went to Rashod Bateman for 22 yards during the second quarter.
Jackson played effectively during Baltimore’s early control of the game, but the Ravens could not maintain their offensive production after halftime. Baltimore scored only three points in the second half and failed to score during the fourth quarter. Jackson’s late interception proved especially costly because it ended Baltimore’s final opportunity to force a potential tying drive.
| Lamar Jackson | Stat |
|---|---|
| Completions/Attempts | 21/31 |
| Completion Percentage | 67.7% |
| Passing Yards | 235 |
| Passing TDs | 1 |
| Interceptions | 1 |
| Passer Rating | 87.4 |
| Rushing Attempts | 4 |
| Rushing Yards | 34 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 |
Chris Olave and Saints Receiving Stats
Chris Olave led the Saints receiving group with eight receptions for 86 yards and one touchdown. His longest reception covered 21 yards, which also became the touchdown that tied the game at 17 in the fourth quarter. Olave’s production gave Shough a reliable target during the comeback and helped New Orleans overcome Baltimore’s early advantage.
Juwan Johnson also contributed significantly, recording four catches for 66 yards. Devaughn Vele added five receptions for 64 yards, giving the Saints three receivers with at least 64 yards. The balanced receiving production helped New Orleans compensate for its limited rushing output. Together, the Saints’ passing attack generated 233 net passing yards, while Shough completed nearly 80 percent of his attempts.
| Saints Receiver | Receptions | Yards | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Olave | 8 | 86 | 1 | 21 |
| Juwan Johnson | 4 | 66 | 0 | 25 |
| Devaughn Vele | 5 | 64 | 0 | 29 |
| Foster Moreau/Others | — | — | — | — |
Ravens Receiving and Rushing Performance
Rashod Bateman was Baltimore’s leading receiver, finishing with seven receptions for 88 yards and one touchdown. His 22-yard touchdown catch from Jackson helped Baltimore establish its early lead. Mark Andrews added six receptions for 49 yards, while Devontez Walker produced a notable 47-yard reception. The Ravens therefore had several explosive receiving contributions despite failing to score in the final quarter.
Derrick Henry led Baltimore’s rushing attack with 16 carries for 68 yards and one touchdown. Jackson added 34 rushing yards on four attempts, while Justice Hill contributed six yards on two carries. Baltimore finished with 108 rushing yards compared with only 65 for New Orleans, but the advantage on the ground did not translate into a victory. The Ravens ultimately lost the turnover battle and could not sustain their offense late.
| Ravens Player | Stat | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Derrick Henry | Rushing | 16-68-1 |
| Lamar Jackson | Rushing | 4-34-0 |
| Rashod Bateman | Receiving | 7-88-1 |
| Mark Andrews | Receiving | 6-49-0 |
| Devontez Walker | Receiving | 1-47-0 |
Saints Rushing Attack and Travis Etienne’s Role
The Saints struggled to establish their running game against Baltimore. Travis Etienne Jr. led New Orleans with eight carries for 25 yards, while Tyler Shough added 23 yards on nine attempts. Alvin Kamara recorded nine rushing attempts for only 15 yards. As a team, New Orleans managed 65 rushing yards, averaging 2.4 yards per carry.
Despite the modest rushing numbers, Etienne became important during the fourth-quarter comeback. With the score tied after Olave’s touchdown, Etienne successfully converted the two-point attempt that put New Orleans ahead 17-17. Shough later completed the decisive scoring sequence with his one-yard touchdown run. The Saints therefore used their rushing personnel in critical moments even though the overall ground production remained limited.
Team Statistics Comparison
Baltimore finished with 312 total yards, slightly ahead of New Orleans’ 298. The Ravens also averaged 5.6 yards per play compared with 4.7 for the Saints. Baltimore gained 108 rushing yards, while New Orleans recorded 65. The Saints, however, produced 233 passing yards compared with Baltimore’s 204 net passing yards. New Orleans also controlled possession for 32 minutes and 45 seconds.
The turnover margin became one of the clearest statistical differences. New Orleans committed no turnovers, while Baltimore committed one. The Saints also converted eight of 15 third-down opportunities, compared with four of nine for the Ravens. Both teams went one-for-two in the red zone, showing that finishing drives remained difficult throughout the afternoon.
| Team Statistic | Saints | Ravens |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 298 | 312 |
| Passing Yards | 233 | 204 |
| Rushing Yards | 65 | 108 |
| Yards per Play | 4.7 | 5.6 |
| Plays | 64 | 56 |
| Rushes | 27 | 22 |
| Time of Possession | 32:45 | 27:15 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Penalties | 5 | 7 |
| Penalty Yards | 35 | 34 |
| 3rd Down | 8/15 | 4/9 |
| Red Zone | 1/2 | 1/2 |
Fourth-Quarter Comeback and Key Turning Points
The most important turning point arrived early in the fourth quarter when Shough connected with Olave for a 21-yard touchdown. Instead of settling for a conventional extra point, New Orleans successfully converted a two-point attempt through Etienne. That sequence erased Baltimore’s 17-9 advantage and brought the game level at 17. The Saints then forced Baltimore to defend another important possession with the momentum firmly shifted toward New Orleans.
The decisive moment came with 1:32 remaining. Shough rushed for a one-yard touchdown after the Saints moved into scoring range, and the successful extra point gave New Orleans a seven-point lead. Baltimore still had enough time to attempt a comeback, but Jackson’s final deep pass was intercepted by Julian Blackmon with 21 seconds left. Shough then took a knee to close out the 24-17 victory.
Final Match Summary
The New Orleans Saints’ 24-17 victory over the Baltimore Ravens was defined by a dramatic change in momentum. Baltimore controlled the first half and entered the fourth quarter with a 17-9 advantage. New Orleans responded with 15 unanswered points, including a touchdown pass from Shough to Olave, a successful two-point conversion, and Shough’s late one-yard rushing touchdown. The Saints also avoided turnovers, which proved important in a game where both offenses struggled to produce consistently in the red zone.
From a player-stat perspective, Shough was the central figure for New Orleans, completing 27 of 34 passes for 252 yards and one touchdown while adding a rushing touchdown. Olave provided eight catches for 86 yards and the tying touchdown. Baltimore received strong performances from Bateman and Henry, but Jackson’s late interception ended the Ravens’ final comeback opportunity. The result moved both teams to 1-1 while giving New Orleans its first victory of the 2026 season.
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