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.”
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
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.
Passing Offense: 30/48, 270 yards, 1 passing touchdown, 2 sacks
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
Third Down Efficiency: 6/15
Fourth Down Efficiency: 3/4
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
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.