In 65 seconds, the narrative changed. So, for that matter, did the point spread. The Eagles were favorites to win in New Orleans before they blew their game against the Falcons even though the Saints won so impressively against the Cowboys the day before. Now the Saints are a 2 1/2-point favorite.

They ranked 28th against the pass, giving up more yards through the air than Hurts threw for, and following that up with a rushing defense that didn't fare much better, ranking 25th in yards allowed despite ranking 13th in attempts while allowing opposing teams to dictate the gameplan, not the other way around.

Saints quarterback Derek Carr hopes to experience the Superdome in a new way on Sunday. The 50-year-old venue, which will host its eighth Super Bowl this February, has in recent years lacked the mix of anticipatory buzz and deafening crescendos that defined big games during the glory days of former coach Sean Payton and record-setting quarterback Drew Brees.