The New Orleans Saints set a dismal franchise record during their Week 7 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, marking a milestone not seen in over three decades. In the game held in Paris, the Saints were unable to secure a single rusher with more than 10 yards, a feat that has only happened three times in the team’s history. The last occurrence was in 1993.
According to ESPN’s Katherine Terrell, both Alvin Kamara and rookie running back Keandre Miller, along with Tyler Shough, finished the game with fewer than 10 rushing yards. Kamara had six attempts for five yards, Miller managed just six yards on eight carries, and Shough led the team with seven yards on three carries.
The Saints struggled significantly on the ground, accumulating only 18 rushing yards on 17 attempts throughout the game. This performance reflects ongoing issues with the team’s offensive line and running back effectiveness this season. Shough’s meager total stands out particularly as the highest among his teammates in what turned out to be a 16-10 defeat against the Steelers.
This loss leaves the Saints with a 2-5 record as they head into their bye week, presenting both challenges and questions for the coaching staff about the team’s offensive strategy. Their running game has proven to be ineffective, with only slight improvements expected with the potential return of Travis Etienne Jr. in Week 9.
Historical context reveals that the last NFL team to finish a game without any rusher gaining at least 10 yards was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2022 against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Saints’ struggles in this area underscore a pressing need for improvement as they look to turn their season around.
