The New Orleans Saints won their first game of 2012, scoring 17 unanswered points to beat the San Diego Chargers by a final score of 31-24.

The Saints, however, had a -12.0 deficit in The Trench Counter, averaging four fewer yards per rush and six fewer first downs. New Orleans had a +5 edge in Total Rushes/Completions.

Drew Brees, who broke Johnny Unitas' record for most consecutive games with a touchdown pass, went 29-for-45 for 370 yards with four touchdowns and one interception.

Marques Colston caught nine balls for 131 yards and three touchdowns, while Devery Henderson caught eight balls for 123 yards and one touchdown.

Philip Rivers went 27-for-42 for 354 yards with two touchdowns and one interception.

Ryan Mathews had a strong game, rushing 12 times for 80 yards while also catching six balls for 59 yards.