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Aaron Rodgers, Packers Defeat Drew Brees, Saints Despite Alvin Kamara's 2 TDs

The Green Bay Packers continue to roll.

Green Bay moved to 3-0 on the season with a 37-30 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Aaron Rodgers and Allen Lazard spearheaded the latest effort, helping his team keep pace with the undefeated Chicago Bears in the NFC North.

As for the Saints, they are among the most disappointing teams in the early going at 1-2 despite a strong showing from Alvin Kamara while Michael Thomas was sidelined with injury.

Notable Player Stats

  • Aaron Rodgers, QB, GB: 21-of-32 passing for 283 yards, 3 TDs, 0 INTs
  • Aaron Jones, RB, GB: 16 carries for 69 yards, 1 TD
  • Allen Lazard, WR, GB: 6 catches for 146 yards, 1 TD
  • Drew Brees, QB, NO: 29-of-36 for 288 yards, 3 TD, 0 INT
  • Alvin Kamara, RB, NO: 6 carries for 58 yards; 13 catches for 139 yards, 2 TDs

Aaron Rodgers Wins QB Battle and Game

The clear headline going into Sunday's contest was the quarterback battle.