Saints stun Panthers for second win behind Shough’s efficient outing
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Interstat) — The New Orleans Saints defeated the Carolina Panthers 17-7 on Sunday at Bank of America Stadium, securing just their second win of the season while snapping a four-game skid. Saints quarterback Tyler Shough threw for 282 yards and two touchdowns, connecting with Chris Olave and Juwan Johnson for scores. The Panthers’ lone touchdown came on a first-quarter run from Rico Dowdle. Carolina quarterback Bryce Young was limited to 124 passing yards and was intercepted twice, including a key fourth-quarter pick by Alontae Taylor. The Saints improved to 2-8, while the Panthers fell to .500 at 5-5.