With Alvin Kamara's status for Week 18 in doubt, Saints need an explosive rookie back to return to action.
Here were the top performers for the Saints in their most important win of this season.
With their backs against the wall, the Saints put together a strong performance to keep their season alive for at least one more week.
Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu was asked by coaches to speak to his teammates. What he said set the tone for a big game by the secondary.
Here is what must happen for the Saints to qualify for the NFL playoffs.
New Orleans Saints vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers in-game injury report.
It's pretty straightforward for the Saints. They have to win to keep it going or see their season essentially end.
Kendre Miller and Isaiah Foskey miss another game for the Saints, while the rest of their inactives bring little surprise.
Unless something drastic happens or changes, it looks like Dennis Allen will return for a third year as the Saints head coach.
New Orleans Saints at Tampa Bay Buccaneers uniforms choice for Week 17.