The 2008 New Orleans Saints featured a record-breaking, high-powered offense that led the NFL in both total yards and points scored, averaging nearly 29 points per game. Quarterback Drew Brees enjoyed a historic campaign, becoming only the second player in league history to surpass 5,000 passing yards in a single season. Despite finishing with a balanced 8-8 record in a highly competitive NFC South, the team showcased its potential with several dominant victories, including a 51-29 win over Green Bay and a successful international appearance in London. The second overall pick in the 2006 NFL Draft and a Heisman Trophy winner at USC, Reggie Bush was a versatile, Super Bowl-winning playmaker for the New Orleans Saints who holds the franchise record for career punt return touchdowns.