Green Bay defeated New Orleans 34-0 at Lambeau Field on December 23, 2024, recording the complete New Orleans Saints vs Green Bay Packers match player stats detailed below. Josh Jacobs totaled 107 yards from scrimmage with a touchdown, while Jordan Love completed 16 of 28 passes for 182 yards and a score. Spencer Rattler threw for 153 yards on 15 of 30 passing with an interception for New Orleans. The victory clinched a playoff berth for the Packers with the NFL’s first shutout of the 2024 season.
Table of Contents
Saints vs Packers Game Leaders: Complete Stats
| Category | New Orleans Saints | Green Bay Packers |
|---|---|---|
| Passing | Spencer Rattler: 15/30, 153 yards, 0 TD, 1 INT | Jordan Love: 16/28, 182 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT |
| Rushing | Spencer Rattler: 28 yards (5 carries) | Josh Jacobs: 69 yards, 1 TD (13 carries) |
| Receiving | Foster Moreau: 33 yards (2 catches) | Jayden Reed: 76 yards (3 catches) |
| Tackles | Demario Davis: 10 total (6 solo) | Edgerrin Cooper: 10 total (8 solo) |
| Sacks | None | Keisean Nixon, Devonte Wyatt, Brenton Cox: 1.0 each |
New Orleans vs Green Bay Quarterback Stats
New Orleans Passing
| Player | Comp/Att | Yards | TD | INT | Sacks | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Rattler | 15/30 | 153 | 0 | 1 | 3-24 | 51.1 |
Green Bay Passing
| Player | Comp/Att | Yards | TD | INT | Sacks | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Love | 16/28 | 182 | 1 | 0 | 0-0 | 88.7 |
| Malik Willis | 1/2 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 95.8 |
Love found Dontayvion Wicks for a 2-yard touchdown on the opening drive, then distributed targets across eight different receivers. Willis took over late in the fourth quarter and immediately connected with Jayden Reed on a 34-yard strike down the sideline. Rattler’s struggles reflected constant pressure from Green Bay’s front. His three sacks cost the Saints 24 yards, all occurring during drives in Packers territory.
Saints vs Packers Rushing Stats Breakdown
New Orleans Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Rattler | 5 | 28 | 5.6 | 0 | 9 |
| Jordan Mims | 4 | 16 | 4.0 | 0 | 9 |
| Kendre Miller | 8 | 15 | 1.9 | 0 | 10 |
| Jamaal Williams | 3 | 8 | 2.7 | 0 | 4 |
| Team Total | 20 | 67 | 3.4 | 0 | 10 |
Green Bay Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Jacobs | 13 | 69 | 5.3 | 1 | 20 |
| Emanuel Wilson | 11 | 52 | 4.7 | 1 | 17 |
| Chris Brooks | 6 | 23 | 3.8 | 1 | 8 |
| Christian Watson | 2 | 23 | 11.5 | 0 | 14 |
| Bo Melton | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | 0 | 14 |
| Jayden Reed | 1 | 5 | 5.0 | 0 | 5 |
| Team Total | 39 | 188 | 4.8 | 3 | 20 |
Here’s a striking disparity: Rattler, the quarterback, produced 28 rushing yards on scrambles. The Saints’ actual running backs combined for just 39 yards on 15 carries (2.6 average). Jacobs averaged 5.3 yards per carry, more than doubling the Saints’ backfield efficiency. Nine different Packers carried the ball in this Monday Night Football victory, forcing constant personnel and gap adjustments by the Saints defense.
Jacobs extended his touchdown streak to six consecutive games, one shy of Paul Hornung’s franchise record of seven straight set in 1960. One more score would tie a record that’s older than the Super Bowl itself.
Receiving Statistics by Team
New Orleans Receiving
| Player | Targets | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Mims | 8 | 5 | 16 | 3.2 | 0 | 6 |
| Dante Pettis | 7 | 2 | 31 | 15.5 | 0 | 20 |
| Kevin Austin Jr. | 4 | 1 | 17 | 17.0 | 0 | 17 |
| Foster Moreau | 3 | 2 | 33 | 16.5 | 0 | 21 |
| Kendre Miller | 2 | 2 | 16 | 8.0 | 0 | 8 |
| Juwan Johnson | 2 | 2 | 27 | 13.5 | 0 | 17 |
| Cedrick Wilson Jr. | 1 | 1 | 13 | 13.0 | 0 | 13 |
Green Bay Receiving
| Player | Targets | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayden Reed | 4 | 3 | 76 | 25.3 | 0 | 37 |
| Tucker Kraft | 4 | 3 | 63 | 21.0 | 0 | 30 |
| Dontayvion Wicks | 7 | 3 | 13 | 4.3 | 1 | 12 |
| Josh Jacobs | 4 | 4 | 38 | 9.5 | 0 | 13 |
| Romeo Doubs | 3 | 2 | 20 | 10.0 | 0 | 15 |
| Emanuel Wilson | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4.0 | 0 | 4 |
Kraft’s 21-yard grab on fourth-and-2 kept alive the Packers’ 17-play scoring drive in the second quarter. That single conversion might have been the game’s most crucial play, extending a drive that consumed nearly nine minutes and featured two fourth-down conversions. Reed’s 37-yarder from Willis in the fourth quarter showcased the backup quarterback’s arm strength on a perfectly placed deep ball.
New Orleans and Green Bay Defensive Stats
New Orleans Defense
| Player | Total | Solo | Assists | TFL | Sacks | QB Hits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demario Davis | 10 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0.0 | 1 |
| Pete Werner | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Will Harris | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Alontae Taylor | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Tyrann Mathieu | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Cameron Jordan | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Ugo Amadi | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Khalen Saunders | 4 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0.0 | 1 |
Green Bay Defense
| Player | Total | Solo | Assists | TFL | Sacks | QB Hits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgerrin Cooper | 10 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Eric Wilson | 9 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Devonte Wyatt | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1.0 | 1 |
| Eric Stokes | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Keisean Nixon | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1.0 | 1 |
| Carrington Valentine | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Zayne Anderson | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Brenton Cox Jr. | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1.0 | 2 |
Anderson’s performance deserves special attention. The undrafted free agent made his first start at safety, replacing injured veterans Evan Williams and Javon Bullard. He blanketed receivers for 32 coverage snaps without allowing a single completion, then grabbed his first career interception in the third quarter. His coverage discipline and instincts validated the coaching staff’s emergency decision.
Cooper’s eight solo tackles paced the defense despite Green Bay missing four regular starters. His speed in pursuit prevented several potential chunk gains when Saints ball carriers found initial holes.
Critical Turnovers That Decided the Game
| Quarter | Time | Play | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd | 2:55 | Keisean Nixon sack/forced fumble on Spencer Rattler | Rashan Gary recovery at GB 34 |
| 2nd | 0:15 | Devonte Wyatt sack of Spencer Rattler | 12-yard loss, Saints out of FG range |
| 3rd | 2:24 | Zayne Anderson interception of Spencer Rattler | 18-yard return to GB 20 |
All three turnovers occurred in Green Bay territory. The Saints crossed midfield multiple times but couldn’t convert opportunities into points. Nixon’s strip-sack came on a perfectly timed slot corner blitz that Rattler never saw coming. Wyatt’s sack with 15 seconds left in the first half knocked New Orleans out of field goal range, preserving the 21-0 halftime shutout.
Saints vs Packers Match Stats: Key Differentials
| Category | New Orleans | Green Bay |
|---|---|---|
| First Downs | 14 | 24 |
| Total Yards | 196 | 404 |
| Passing Yards | 129 | 216 |
| Rushing Yards | 67 | 188 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Third Down | 4/11 (36%) | 6/13 (46%) |
| Fourth Down | 0/2 (0%) | 3/3 (100%) |
| Time of Possession | 22:47 | 37:13 |
| Penalties | 7-40 | 6-60 |
Green Bay held the ball for 37 minutes and 13 seconds compared to New Orleans’ 22:47. The Saints defense spent nearly 15 extra minutes on the field while their offense managed just nine total drives.
The fourth-down conversions proved just as important. Green Bay went 3-for-3, including Love’s quarterback sneak on fourth-and-1. Kraft’s fourth-and-2 reception came during a 17-play, 96-yard touchdown drive that consumed 8:55, the longest possession of their season. New Orleans went 0-for-2 on fourth-down attempts.
Complete Scoring Summary
| Quarter | Time | Team | Scoring Play | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8:41 | GB | Dontayvion Wicks 2-yard TD pass from Jordan Love (Brandon McManus kick) | 7-0 GB |
| 2nd | 11:43 | GB | Josh Jacobs 2-yard TD run (McManus kick) | 14-0 GB |
| 2nd | 6:28 | GB | Chris Brooks 1-yard TD run (McManus kick) | 21-0 GB |
| 3rd | 7:03 | GB | Brandon McManus 55-yard field goal | 24-0 GB |
| 4th | 7:13 | GB | Brandon McManus 46-yard field goal | 27-0 GB |
| 4th | 2:41 | GB | Emanuel Wilson 1-yard TD run (McManus kick) | 34-0 GB |
Green Bay became the first team since 2020 to score touchdowns on its first three possessions. That early onslaught buried a Saints team already dealing with offensive personnel losses. McManus connected from 55 and 46 yards in December conditions at Lambeau Field (34 degrees, 12 mph winds), showing the veteran kicker’s reliability in challenging weather.
Game Context and Playoff Implications
This Week 16 Monday Night Football victory clinched Green Bay’s fifth postseason appearance in six years. The Packers improved to 11-4 and locked up a Wild Card spot. New Orleans fell to 5-10, officially eliminated from playoff contention.
The shutout marked the first time any NFL team failed to score in the 2024 season. New Orleans hadn’t been blanked since falling 13-0 to San Francisco on November 27, 2022. Green Bay’s last shutout came on November 14, 2021, beating Seattle 17-0.
New Orleans dressed a skeleton crew on offense. Alvin Kamara sat out with a groin injury, stuck 50 yards short of reaching 1,000 rushing yards for the first time in his eight-year career. Derek Carr missed the game with an oblique injury, forcing rookie Spencer Rattler into his fourth career start. Receivers Chris Olave, Rashid Shaheed, and Marques Valdes-Scantling were all inactive, leaving Rattler with backup targets all night.
Green Bay dealt with defensive absences. Four regular starters sat out: linebacker Quay Walker, cornerback Jaire Alexander, and safeties Evan Williams and Javon Bullard. Center Erik McCoy left in the first quarter with an elbow injury for New Orleans. Christian Watson exited in the second quarter with a knee injury that kept him out the rest of the game.
How the Packers Dominated Both Lines
Green Bay rushed for 188 yards on 39 carries, mixing personnel packages and play designs. Jacobs gained 107 total yards (69 rushing, 38 receiving) while extending his touchdown streak. The second-quarter scoring drive featured two fourth-down conversions and lasted nearly nine minutes, physically draining the Saints defense.
Emanuel Wilson and Chris Brooks totaled 75 rushing yards and two touchdowns off the bench. Watson and Melton each took jet sweep handoffs, adding 37 yards on three carries. The Packers used nine different ball carriers throughout the game.
Rattler faced relentless pressure all night. Three sacks among nine total pressures produced his 51.1 passer rating. With top receivers out, backup targets couldn’t create separation. Mims drew eight targets but managed just 16 receiving yards. The Saints longest completion reached just 21 yards, with no receiver gaining more than 33 yards total.
Miller’s eight carries for 15 yards reflected Green Bay’s defensive line dominance. The Saints couldn’t establish any ground game rhythm. New Orleans reached Packers territory multiple times but converted nothing, going 0-for-2 on fourth downs while committing two turnovers in scoring range.
Defensive Masterclass: First 2024 Shutout
Green Bay’s defense delivered the NFL’s first shutout of 2024 despite missing four starters. Coordinator Jeff Hafley’s aggressive game plan generated a 52.6 percent pressure rate on Rattler, with multiple defenders recording pressures throughout the game. Brenton Cox Jr. led the pass rush with six total pressures. Per Pro Football Focus, Cox earned an 89.5 defensive grade while Anderson posted an 86.9 grade in his emergency start.
Nixon’s strip-sack on a slot corner blitz completely shifted second-quarter momentum. The play halted a Saints drive at the Green Bay 29 after New Orleans had gained traction. Wyatt’s sack with 15 seconds left in the first half knocked the Saints out of field goal range, preserving the 21-0 halftime lead.
The secondary held New Orleans to a longest completion of just 21 yards all game. Carrington Valentine, Eric Stokes, and Nixon blanketed Saints receivers without allowing any explosive plays downfield. Cooper and Wilson tallied 19 total tackles between them, controlling the middle of the field.
McManus converted both field goal attempts (55 and 46 yards) in challenging weather. Daniel Whelan averaged 46.5 yards on two punts, including a 60-yarder that flipped field position. New Orleans got decent kick return yardage from Pettis (two returns, 70 yards) and Williams (three returns, 78 yards), but the Saints offense couldn’t capitalize on favorable starting position.
Statistical Dominance Across All Phases
The Packers outgained New Orleans 404 to 196 in total yards. That 208-yard differential represented complete control in all three phases. Green Bay’s attack featured 216 passing yards and 188 rushing yards, which stopped the Saints from stacking the box or committing extra defenders to coverage.
The turnover margin (plus-2) proved decisive when both Saints turnovers occurred in scoring territory. Three sacks and nine total pressures kept Rattler uncomfortable throughout. The Saints converted just 36 percent of third downs while the Packers hit 46 percent.
Green Bay positioned itself well heading into Week 17. At 11-4, they secured their playoff spot after being eliminated from NFC North title contention. A victory over the Vikings could improve their Wild Card seeding. New Orleans faced a long offseason at 5-10 with major roster and coaching decisions ahead.
For comprehensive NFL coverage and game breakdowns, visit The Sportie.
Player Stats Summary: Complete Domination
The Saints vs Packers player statistics reflect a playoff-caliber team hitting peak form. Jacobs’ 107 yards from scrimmage and Love’s efficient passing complemented a defensive effort that held New Orleans to 196 total yards and zero points. Green Bay’s comprehensive victory across all three phases produced the first shutout of the 2024 season, clinching a postseason berth while New Orleans’ injury-depleted roster couldn’t generate any offensive momentum.
Sources: ESPN, Pro Football Reference, NFL.com, MatchPlayerStats.co.uk, PFF.
