Wow! Total domination by the Saints- highlighted by the angry running style of Reggie Bush. Both teams had the same number of hits, but New Orleans was able to manage one sack. Every other key facet of the game was controlled by the Saints. They were perfect in their three trips to the red zone, held the Cardinals to 50% in their two chances, gained 60 more yards, were +2 in the turnover battle, and held the ball for 13 additional minutes. They laid down the hammer, possibly ending Kurt Warner's stellar career. That bone-jarring hit he took in the second quarter following the pick, resusitated those thoughts rather quickly, I'd imagine. Hopefully, Warner will give it a go in the 2010 season, because he's a joy to watch. At least we are able to see the new greatest show on turf Saints next week.
Baltimore at Indianapolis
Nice game for the Colts. They needed to give an answer to their critics for laying down for the final two games of the regular season. Though some critics won't be pleased until they win two more games, which is understandable. The Ravens were able to create pressure, and contain the vaunted Indy offense on Saturday. They hit Peyton Manning seven times, including two sacks, and held their offense to 275 yards of offense. Meaning they won the pressure battle, and both teams were even with yards. The difference was the red zone and turnovers. Baltimore didn't capitalize and score touchdowns on their two opportunities, while the Colts went 67% on their chances. Also, Indianapolis was +3 in the turnover department. They were saved on a big return from Ed Reed, on strip and hustle of Pierre Garcon, who hasn't received enough credit for making that play. Speaking of Reed, hopefully his neck injury heals enough to get one more season out of him before he calls it a career. He's fun to watch.
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