The Cowboys began the first half needing points of any kind, but obviously a touchdown to help matters calm down.
A 10-play drive showed itself, but only to the tune of 51 yards. Dallas settled for 3 points on a possession that featured multiple 3rd and 6 conversions and an almost turnover on the final third down.
The worst possible thing happened next for the Cowboys. New Orleans took over and went on a 13-play drive that consumed almost 8 entire minutes and ended in a touchdown. The Saints missed the extra point so they weren’t entirely perfect on the day, but it marked the sixth touchdown of the day for New Orleans in as many possessions.