The New Orleans Saints’ defense, it seemed, was destined to prevent Brees from contending for a second Super Bowl. But the ascendance of the Saints’ defense, after years of miserable performance, has pushed the team to a six-game winning streak and the top of the NFC South. Once a liability, the Saints’ defense has become a weapon. In 2013, the last season the Saints made the playoffs, their defense ranked 13th in the NFL, according to Pro Football Focus. Read more:Trump reportedly behind 2014 campaign to keep Jon Bon Jovi from buying BillsFive NFL players ejected as fights mar three games in Week 9

Source: Washington Post November 06, 2017 12:37 UTC