The Saints defense finally showed up just enough in a season opener to keep the game competitive. But just like in years past it all fell on the shoulder of Drew Brees to get the team in position to rely on the leg of Wil Lutz to seal the win as time expired.
Here are some quick observations:
Hendrickson lit up the field during the preseason and continued his stellar play into week 1 against the Texans’ retooled offensive line. Already down three key members of the defensive line rotation, Hendrickson lined up at multiple spots along the line and helped the defense record six sacks total.