The New Orleans Saints matched Billy Kimler 's record for touchdown passes in a game .
With the win , not only did the Saints begin their season at 1–0 , but Brees ( 26-of-34 , 358 yards , 6 TDs , 1 INT ) became the very first quarterback to throw 6 TD passes in an opening day game , as well as tying Billy Kilmer 's franchise record for touchdown passes in a game.
2009 New Orleans Saints season