The Saints blocked a kick in the third quarter of Sunday's win against Carolina, but did not maintain possession. The NFL explained the ruling in a pool report after the game.

Rookie Tyler Shough has earned his first win as an NFL starting quarterback. He threw for 282 yards and two touchdowns as the New Orleans Saints beat the Carolina Panthers 17-7 on Sunday to snap a four-game skid.

Chicago nearly landed Saints CB Alontae Taylor before the deadline, but the Colts’ Sauce Gardner blockbuster changed the board.

The Seahawks have acquired Saints receiver/returner Rashid Shaheed ahead of the NFL's trade deadline, according to NFL Media. The Seahawks reportedly gave up a fourth- and a fifth-round pick in order to acquire Shaheed, who will be reunited in Seattle with former Saints and current Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak.

Paul Tagliabue, who helped bring labor peace and riches to the NFL during his 17 years as commissioner but was criticized for not taking stronger action on concussions, died Sunday from heart failure.

Rookie WR Tetairoa McMillan, the Panthers top wide receiver, is expected to play against the Saints in Week 10 after a hamstring scare.

Tyler Shough connected with Chris Olave on a 62-yard touchdown pass, giving the New Orleans Saints the lead over the Carolina Panthers.