This wasn’t the same offense that you’re used to seeing.
The Saints didn’t stick to their usual staples during Sunday’s 27-21 win over the Indianapolis Colts. Coach Sean Payton switched things up, broke away from the tendencies to some degree, and turned to a different method of operation.
Typically, the Saints operate heavily out of their 11 personnel (three receivers, one running back, one tight end) and complement it with other personnel groupings. On Sunday, New Orleans operated primarily out of its 12 personnel (two receivers, two tight ends, one running back), with tight end Michael Hoomanawanui at times serving as a fullback.