The New Orleans Saints dropped to 1-3 after an embarrassing 45-24 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. New Orleans was celebrating the twentieth anniversary of the infamous “Domecoming game.”
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – OCTOBER 05: Alvin Kamara #41 of the New Orleans Saints celebrates with Chris Olave #12 after scoring a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons during the second quarter of the game at Caesars Superdome on October 05, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Morgan Simmons/Getty Images) | Getty Images
The Saints finally got on the board at the end of the second quarter with a three-yard rushing touchdown from running back Alvin Kamara. Falcons up 14-7
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The Saints get into the Red Zone, but fail to find the end zone and settle for a field goal. 24-10 Falcons lead.
The Saints try to pull back after Kamara’s second rushing touchdown of the day, scoring from a five-yard rush. 31-17 Falcons lead.
Tyler Shough finds the end zone for the first time in the game in garbage time, hitting Devaughn Vele, who makes a beautiful attempt for the ball. 45-24 Falcons win.
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – OCTOBER 05: Justin Reid #21 of the New Orleans Saints argues a call against the Atlanta Falcons during the first quarter of the game at Caesars Superdome on October 05, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) | Getty Images
Passing Offense: 30/48, 270 yards, 1 passing touchdown, 2 sacks
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Rushing Offense: 19 attempts, 50 yards, 2.6 yards per carry, 2 touchdowns, 1 fumble
Passing Defense: 15/20, 215 yards allowed, 1 touchdown, 1 sack
Rushing Defense: 35 attempts, 205 yards allowed, 5 touchdowns
Turnovers: 1 (fumble)
Penalties: 8-49
Third Down Efficiency: 6/15
Fourth Down Efficiency: 3/4
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – OCTOBER 05: Tyler Shough #6 of the New Orleans Saints throws a pass against the Atlanta Falcons during the second quarter of the game at Caesars Superdome on October 05, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) | Getty Images
QB Tyler Shough: 30/48, 286 yards, 1 touchdown
RB Alvin Kamara: 7 attempts, 23 rushing yards, 5 receptions, 35 receiving yards, 2 touchdowns
WR Chris Olave: 8 receptions, 116 yards
S Julian Blackmon: 10 tackles, 5 solo
EDGE Tyree Wilson: 6 tackles, 4 solo, 1 sack, 1 tackle for loss
K Daniel Carlson: 1/2 FG, 3/3 XP
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After their harsh loss, the Saints will now face the Brian Flores-led Minnesota Vikings defense. New Orleans will be at home and plan to honor legendary quarterback Drew Brees.
