Falcons and Saints meet for critical MNF matchup in Week 4
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 1:20 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026

The Atlanta Falcons face the New Orleans Saints in a key NFC South matchup on Monday Night Football as both teams aim to reach a 2-2 record this season. Falcons running back Bijan Robinson is predicted to excel against a Saints defense that has struggled against the run, potentially rushing for over 100 yards and three touchdowns. Conversely, Saints quarterback Tyler Shough could pass for 350 yards and two touchdowns, targeting Chris Olave frequently. Atlanta defensive end Za’Darius Smith is projected to add significant pressure with three sacks of Shough. The game is expected to be competitive, particularly in the offensive performances of both teams, but the outcome remains undecided as the game is in progress.
- •Falcons and Saints both enter with a 1-2 record
- •Bijan Robinson expected to rush for over 100 yards and score three times
- •Tyler Shough likely to pass for 350 yards and two touchdowns
- •Za’Darius Smith predicted to sack Shough three times
- •Jessie Bates III could lead defensive stats with 15 tackles
- 1:20 PMYahoo Sports — Bold predictions for Monday Night Football in NFL Week 4
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