Saints’ Jonas Sanker Had No Idea His Defense Was Doing This for Eight Straight Games

The New Orleans Saints have gone eight consecutive regular-season games without allowing a fourth-quarter touchdown. Second-year defensive back Jonas Sanker acknowledged that he was unaware of the streak until asked about it, noting that the accomplishment highlights the defense's identity and emphasis on finishing strong.

The defensive streak was preserved across the team's first two games of the 2026 season. After allowing a fourth-quarter field goal in a 31-30 overtime loss to Detroit, New Orleans shut out Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens in the fourth quarter to secure a 24-17 win, sealed by a Julian Blackmon interception.