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Jameis Winston Throws Trick-Play Touchdown as Saints Take Lead Over Buccaneers

Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

The Saints offense sputtered for much of the first half on Sunday as they faced Tom Brady and the Buccaneers.

New Orleans tallied just six points through its first three drives, and quarterback Drew Brees tossed a costly interception in his own territory midway through the second quarter. As the Saints' offense struggled, head coach Sean Payton turned to a secret weapon: Jameis Winston.

The former No. 1 overall pick made the most of his lone pass attempt in the first half. Winston launched a 56-yard touchdown pass to wideout Tre'Quan Smith, giving New Orleans a 13-10 lead.