In their very first game as an NFL franchise, the Saints would host the Los Angeles Rams at Tulane Stadium. On their very first play of existence, New Orleans wideout John Gilliam electrified the home crowd by taking the opening kickoff back for a 94-yard touchdown.

The New Orleans Saints are playing better. The Los Angeles Rams are inconsistent. Both teams face an uphill climb to get into the playoffs and have little margin for error