The New Orleans Saints running game wasn’t where it will want to be in Week 1 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Part of this was due to the Bucs being strong against the run, while part of it was due to the Saints gameplan involving a lot of short passes. However, there are more alarming factors at play.
New Orleans will hope to alleviate this against the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday Night Football. The Raiders struggled against the Panthers in Week 1, with Christian McCaffrey picking up 97 yards on 23 carries. However, with Michael Thomas out in Week 2, the Saints’ already slow-starting passing game could be something to look out for in this matchup, as the Raiders defense prepares for the Saints.