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In continuation of a string of firsts, the Saints advanced to their first Super Bowl in franchise history and won it in dramatic fashion. After the coin toss, the Saints wanted the ball first; however, this didn't help their first drive. The Colts drove the ball down the field with an attempt to score the first touchdown but was denied and forced Matt Stover to kick a 38 yard goal. But the Colts were not finished: on their next possession, Pierre Garcon caught a 19 yard TD pass from Peyton Manning, and the Colts led 10-0 after fifteen minutes. In the second quarter, the Saints were forced to look upon Garrett Hartley for two field goals - a 46 yarder and a 44 yarder respectively - and the deficit was reduced to four points by halftime.