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Why punter Blake Gillikin was singled out as Saints hero on Jameis Winston's four-TD day

LANDOVER, Md. – Let’s face it, it’s almost impossible for a punter to get recognized in any NFL game.

So it was especially impressive to find New Orleans Saints punter Blake Gillikin getting the hero treatment after a 33-22 win over the Washington Football Team that included Jameis Winston throwing four touchdown passes – including a career-long 72-yarder and a 49-yard Hail Mary before halftime – and stars like Alvin Kamara and Marshon Lattimore giving big-time performances.

Sean Payton singled out Gillikin with a game ball in the postgame locker room – instead of waiting until Monday when players are usually recognized.