Saints vs. Cowboys: Five Keys to Victory for Each Team

November 24, 2010   ·   Derek Major   ·   Jump to comments

The Saints head to Dallas to try to stay on the Falcons in the NFC South, while the Cowboys try to continue their resurgence under Jason Garrett.
 
Saints
1) Come out fast
In last year's game against the Cowboys, the Saints had an awful first half and couldn't overcome it in the second half. They can't let that happen again. The Saints need a big play early in the game on offense or defense.
 
2) Speed up the offense
The Saints have found their passing game, and the Cowboys have looked downright terrible in the secondary at times this season. The Saints should try to move the ball through the pass early and even try a few no-huddle plays to confuse and tire out the defense. 
 
3) Force turnovers
The reason the Saints defense was so good last season was they forced 40 turnovers. This season they have just 15. They did a good job last week against the Seahawks, forcing two turnovers. This week they have to fo...

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