Taysom Hill, the standout player for the New Orleans Saints, delivered an impressive performance by scoring three rushing touchdowns, leading the Black & Gold to a convincing 35-14 victory over the Cleveland Browns. This win marks the Saints’ second consecutive victory, a significant achievement as it is their first back-to-back win since the beginning of the NFL season. With a record of 4-7, the Saints are showing signs of improvement.
Interim head coach Darren Rizzi has made a positive impact since taking over for the fired Denis Allen, achieving a 2-0 record thus far. The game was tightly contested, with a tie of 14-14 going into the fourth quarter. However, the Saints exploded for 21 points in the final quarter to secure a decisive win.
Hill totaled 248 yards of offense, including a remarkable 75-yard touchdown run, which ties him with Mark Ingram for the fourth-longest touchdown run in the franchise’s history. Despite the Saints’ defense conceding a significant 98-yard touchdown pass from Jameis Winston to Jerry Jeudy, they managed to pressure Winston effectively, recording three sacks throughout the game.
Winston, who remains a beloved figure in New Orleans, completed 30 of 46 passes for 395 yards and tossed two touchdown passes. The Saints will rest next week due to a bye and are set to face the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, December 1, with kickoff scheduled for 3:05 PM CST.
This victory not only boosts the morale of the Saints but also provides hope for their upcoming games as they attempt to turn their season around. With a renewed energy under interim leadership and the explosive talent of players like Hill, Saints fans can remain optimistic about the remainder of the season.