Saints Show Improvements: Few Negatives Against Patriots

Aug 22, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) against the New Orleans Saints during the second half of a preseason game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Patriots defeated the Saints 26-24. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

The New Orleans Saints entered their second preseason game with a different attitude than what was seen last Thursday against the Baltimore Ravens.

Plenty of things were evident in the game against the New England Patriots while other points remained a bit of a mystery or better yet question marks as the game rolled on Saturday night.

The Saints jumped out to an early 15 point lead but ended up losing 26-24, however there were some noticed improvements.

Some units, as well as individual players, made progress as others made you scratch your head just when you think you’ve got a read on them.

Here are just a few things that stood out, both positive and negative……..

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