The New Orleans Saints vs Green Bay Packers match player stats from December 23, 2024, show one of the most lopsided games of the NFL season. Green Bay recorded the first shutout of 2024, winning 34-0 at Lambeau Field in front of 77,885 fans on Monday Night Football.
Quick Stats Summary
Game Information
Final Score: Packers 34, Saints 0
Venue: Lambeau Field, Green Bay
Date: December 23, 2024
Broadcast: Monday Night Football (ESPN/ABC)
Attendance: 77,885
Referee Crew: Led by Alex Kemp
Key Takeaways
- Packers clinched playoff berth (11-4 record)
- Saints eliminated from playoff contention (5-10 record)
- First NFL shutout of the 2024 season
- Josh Jacobs set Packers first-year player TD record (14)
Complete Quarterback Statistics
Spencer Rattler faced constant pressure behind a depleted Saints offensive line, while Jordan Love operated efficiently for Green Bay.
Passing Performance
| Player | Team | Completions/Attempts | Yards | TD | INT | Rating | Sacked | QB Hits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Love | GB | 16/28 (57.1%) | 182 | 1 | 0 | 88.7 | 0 | 0 |
| Spencer Rattler | NO | 15/30 (50.0%) | 153 | 0 | 1 | 51.1 | 3-24 | 6 |
| Malik Willis | GB | 1/2 (50.0%) | 34 | 0 | 0 | 95.8 | 0 | 0 |
Love avoided sacks entirely, protected by an offensive line that dominated all night. Rattler absorbed three sacks for 24 yards lost and faced six total QB hits.
Rushing Attack Breakdown
Green Bay’s ground game produced 188 yards on 39 carries (4.8 average), while New Orleans managed just 67 yards on 20 attempts (3.4 average).
Individual Rushing Statistics
| Player | Team | Carries | Yards | Average | TD | Long | 20+ Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Jacobs | GB | 13 | 69 | 5.3 | 1 | 20 | 1 |
| Emanuel Wilson | GB | 11 | 52 | 4.7 | 1 | 17 | 0 |
| Spencer Rattler | NO | 5 | 28 | 5.6 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| Chris Brooks | GB | 6 | 23 | 3.8 | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| Christian Watson | GB | 2 | 23 | 11.5 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Jordan Mims | NO | 4 | 16 | 4.0 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| Kendre Miller | NO | 8 | 15 | 1.9 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Bo Melton | GB | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Jamaal Williams | NO | 3 | 8 | 2.7 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Jacobs reached 14 touchdowns for the season, establishing a new franchise record for Packers players in their first year. His 20-yard run in the first quarter set up Green Bay’s opening touchdown. Chris Brooks scored his first career NFL touchdown on a 1-yard plunge.
Receiving Statistics and Target Share
Target distribution shows how each team attempted to move the ball through the air.
Pass Catchers Production
| Player | Team | Receptions | Targets | Yards | Avg | Long | TD | Catch % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayden Reed | GB | 3 | 4 | 76 | 25.3 | 37 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Tucker Kraft | GB | 3 | 4 | 63 | 21.0 | 30 | 0 | 75.0% |
| Josh Jacobs | GB | 4 | 4 | 38 | 9.5 | 13 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Foster Moreau | NO | 2 | 3 | 33 | 16.5 | 21 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Dante Pettis | NO | 2 | 7 | 31 | 15.5 | 20 | 0 | 28.6% |
| Juwan Johnson | NO | 2 | 2 | 27 | 13.5 | 17 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Romeo Doubs | GB | 2 | 3 | 20 | 10.0 | 15 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Kevin Austin Jr. | NO | 1 | 4 | 17 | 17.0 | 17 | 0 | 25.0% |
| Kendre Miller | NO | 2 | 2 | 16 | 8.0 | 8 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Jordan Mims | NO | 5 | 8 | 16 | 3.2 | 6 | 0 | 62.5% |
| Dontayvion Wicks | GB | 3 | 7 | 13 | 4.3 | 12 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Cedrick Wilson Jr. | NO | 1 | 1 | 13 | 13.0 | 13 | 0 | 100.0% |
Jayden Reed’s 37-yard reception on 3rd-and-12 kept a crucial fourth-quarter drive alive. Dontayvion Wicks caught the game’s opening touchdown despite hauling in just 3 of 7 targets. Jordan Mims served as Rattler’s primary outlet with 8 targets.
Defensive Individual Performances
Both teams deployed different defensive strategies, reflected in their tackle distribution and impact plays.
Tackle Leaders and Impact Stats
| Player | Team | Total | Solo | Assists | Sacks | TFL | PD | FF | FR | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgerrin Cooper | GB | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Demario Davis | NO | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Eric Wilson | GB | 9 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pete Werner | NO | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Will Harris | NO | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Alontae Taylor | NO | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyrann Mathieu | NO | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cameron Jordan | NO | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Devonte Wyatt | GB | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Eric Stokes | GB | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Keisean Nixon | GB | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Zayne Anderson | GB | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Game-Changing Defensive Plays
- 2nd Quarter: Keisean Nixon strip-sacked Rattler at the GB 39, recovered by Rashan Gary
- 3rd Quarter: Zayne Anderson intercepted Rattler at the GB 2, returned 18 yards
- 2nd Quarter: Devonte Wyatt sacked Rattler for -12 yards with 0:09 left in half
Special Teams Performance
Field position played a crucial role in Green Bay’s dominance.
Kicking and Punting
| Player | Team | FG Made/Att | Long | XP Made/Att | Points | Punts | Avg | Inside 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon McManus | GB | 2/2 | 55 | 4/4 | 10 | |||
| Daniel Whelan | GB | 2 | 46.5 | 0 | ||||
| Matthew Hayball | NO | 4 | 39.8 | 3 |
Return Game
| Player | Team | Kick Returns | Yards | Average | Long | Punt Returns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keisean Nixon | GB | 1 | 38 | 38.0 | 38 | 0 |
| Jamaal Williams | NO | 3 | 78 | 26.0 | 31 | 0 |
| Dante Pettis | NO | 2 | 70 | 35.0 | 38 | 0 |
| Kendre Miller | NO | 1 | 21 | 21.0 | 21 | 0 |
Neither team attempted a punt return. Hayball placed 3 of 4 punts inside the 20-yard line despite the Saints’ offensive struggles.
Scoring Drive Analysis
Green Bay’s efficiency in the red zone contrasted sharply with New Orleans’ inability to reach it.
Touchdown Drives
| Quarter | Time | Team | Play | Drive Stats | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8:41 | GB | D. Wicks 2-yd pass from Love | 10 plays, 63 yards, 6:19 | 0-7 |
| 2nd | 11:43 | GB | J. Jacobs 2-yd run | 17 plays, 96 yards, 8:55 | 0-14 |
| 2nd | 6:28 | GB | C. Brooks 1-yd run | 6 plays, 67 yards, 2:57 | 0-21 |
| 3rd | 7:03 | GB | B. McManus 55-yd FG | 10 plays, 47 yards, 5:11 | 0-24 |
| 4th | 7:13 | GB | B. McManus 46-yd FG | 9 plays, 56 yards, 4:37 | 0-27 |
| 4th | 2:41 | GB | E. Wilson 1-yd run | 7 plays, 48 yards, 3:03 | 0-34 |
The 96-yard touchdown drive spanning 17 plays consumed 8:55 of game clock. Green Bay converted two fourth downs during this possession: Love’s 2-yard sneak and a 21-yard pass to Tucker Kraft on 4th-and-2.
Critical Game Statistics
Efficiency Metrics
| Category | Saints | Packers |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 196 | 404 |
| Yards Per Play | 3.7 | 5.9 |
| First Downs | 14 | 24 |
| Third Down Conversions | 4/11 (36.4%) | 6/13 (46.2%) |
| Fourth Down Conversions | 0/2 (0.0%) | 3/3 (100.0%) |
| Red Zone Efficiency | 0/0 | 4/4 (100.0%) |
| Time of Possession | 22:47 | 37:13 |
| Total Plays | 53 | 69 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 0 |
First Down Breakdown
| Type | Saints | Packers |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing | 3 | 14 |
| Passing | 9 | 10 |
| Penalty | 2 | 0 |
Penalty Impact
Timing proved more important than total penalty yardage.
Notable Penalties
| Time | Team | Player | Penalty | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Q, 13:56 | NO | Cameron Jordan | Neutral Zone Infraction | Turned 3rd-and-6 into 3rd-and-1 |
| 2nd Q, 10:47 | NO | Taliese Fuaga | False Start | Backed up to 2nd-and-18 |
| 3rd Q, 5:20 | GB | Kingsley Enagbare | Illegal Use of Hands | Extended Saints drive |
| 4th Q, 5:52 | GB | Colby Wooden | Unnecessary Roughness | Gave Saints automatic 1st down |
Total penalties: Saints 7 for 40 yards, Packers 6 for 60 yards.
Player Availability and Injuries
Saints Inactive Players
- Derek Carr (QB) – Starting quarterback
- Alvin Kamara (RB) – Pro Bowl running back
- Chris Olave (WR) – #1 receiver
- Rashid Shaheed (WR) – Deep threat
- Taysom Hill (TE/QB) – Offensive weapon
- Marques Valdes-Scantling (WR)
In-Game Injuries
- Erik McCoy (C) – Left with elbow injury
- Lucas Patrick (G) – Injured late in game
- Christian Watson (GB, WR) – Knee injury
Packers Inactive Players
- Quay Walker (LB) – Leading tackler
- Jaire Alexander (CB) – All-Pro corner
- Evan Williams (S)
- Javon Bullard (S)
Historical Context and Records
This game marked several significant achievements:
Team Records:
- First shutout of the 2024 NFL season
- Packers clinched playoff berth (11-4)
- Saints eliminated from playoffs (5-10)
Individual Records:
- Josh Jacobs: 14th TD (Packers first-year player record)
- Josh Jacobs: 6th consecutive game with rushing TD
- Chris Brooks: First career NFL touchdown
- Zayne Anderson: First career start and interception
Comparative Analysis
For perspective on Green Bay’s offensive evolution, their performance here exceeded their previous outing against Houston where they managed just 24 points. The defensive improvement was even more dramatic.
British football analytics site Match Player Stats UK noted in their Cardinals-Packers analysis that Green Bay’s rushing attack has been their most consistent offensive weapon throughout 2024, a trend that continued against New Orleans.
Post-Game Impact
According to ESPN’s playoff probability model, this victory secured Green Bay’s postseason position while officially eliminating New Orleans. The comprehensive nature of the victory sent a message to potential playoff opponents about the Packers’ readiness.
NFL.com’s analysis highlighted how the Saints’ injury crisis exposed their lack of quality depth, particularly on offense where they failed to reach the red zone even once.
Statistical Oddities
Several rare occurrences marked this contest:
- Saints never reached the red zone (0 trips)
- Packers perfect on fourth down (3/3)
- No punt returns attempted by either team
- Saints leading rusher was their quarterback (Rattler, 28 yards)
Advanced Metrics
According to Match Player Stats UK, games with such lopsided time of possession (37:13 to 22:47) result in the controlling team winning 94% of the time. The Packers’ 5.9 yards per play compared to the Saints’ 3.7 demonstrates offensive efficiency rarely seen at the NFL level.
Complete Team Statistics Summary
| Statistical Category | New Orleans Saints | Green Bay Packers |
|---|---|---|
| Total Net Yards | 196 | 404 |
| Total Plays | 53 | 69 |
| Average Gain | 3.7 | 5.9 |
| Net Passing Yards | 129 | 216 |
| Sacked-Yards Lost | 3-24 | 0-0 |
| Gross Passing Yards | 153 | 216 |
| Completed-Attempted | 15-30 | 17-30 |
| Had Intercepted | 1 | 0 |
| Net Rushing Yards | 67 | 188 |
| Rushing Attempts | 20 | 39 |
| Average Per Rush | 3.4 | 4.8 |
| Fumbles-Lost | 1-1 | 0-0 |
| Penalties-Yards | 7-40 | 6-60 |
| Punts-Average | 4-39.8 | 2-46.5 |
| Punt Returns-Yards | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Kickoff Returns-Yards | 6-169 | 1-38 |
The comprehensive statistical breakdown of the New Orleans Saints vs Green Bay Packers match player stats demonstrates Green Bay’s complete dominance in every phase. From Josh Jacobs’ record-setting performance to the defense’s historic shutout, the numbers reflect a team ready for playoff football against an opponent overwhelmed by injuries and unable to compete.
