In a tightly contested game, the Atlanta Falcons secured a 26-24 victory over the New Orleans Saints thanks to a last-minute 58-yard field goal by Younghoe Koo. Despite the win, quarterback Kirk Cousins expressed concerns about the team's offensive performance, which did not include a single touchdown. The Falcons relied on defensive and special teams scores to clinch the game, highlighting areas for improvement moving forward.
- Kirk Cousins acknowledges the need for improvement despite the win.
- The Falcons won without scoring an offensive touchdown for the first time in nearly 20 years.
- The game was marked by strong defensive and special teams play.
Atlanta Falcons
- Secured a win despite not scoring an offensive touchdown.
- Need to address penalties and improve offensive consistency.
Kirk Cousins | QB
Pickup
238 pass yards
1 interceptions
- Completed 21 of 35 passes for 238 yards, with no touchdowns and one interception.
- Expressed dissatisfaction with the final drive performance despite the victory.
Bijan Robinson | RB
Injury
7 carries
28 rush yards
- Struggled in the game, rushing for only 28 yards on 7 carries.
Tyler Allgeier | RB
Breakout
8 carries
60 rush yards
- Had a strong performance in the second half with 60 rushing yards on 8 carries.
Darnell Mooney | WR
Pickup
- Involved in a crucial defensive pass interference call that set up the game-winning field goal.
New Orleans Saints
- Outperformed the Falcons in several key statistical categories but fell short in the final moments.
- Need to capitalize on offensive opportunities to secure wins.