Saints face Falcons with strong passing attack in Week 4 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 1:55 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026

The New Orleans Saints will take on the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night in the Superdome, closing out NFL Week 4. The Saints come in with a 1-2 record, having lost their last game to the Raiders, while the Falcons are fresh off a win against the Packers. New Orleans' passing game has been its strong point, ranking third in the league for yards per game at 281.3. Quarterback Tyler Shough's performance will be crucial against a Falcons pass defense that has struggled, particularly with injuries impacting their lineup. Key player developments include the absence of cornerback A.J. Terrell for Atlanta, while the Saints also face challenges with their offensive line and injuries among the running backs.
- •Saints rank third in the NFL with 281.3 passing yards per game.
- •Tyler Shough has struggled with slow starts but shows potential in second halves.
- •Falcons' pass defense ranks 29th, allowing 263 yards per game.
- •A.J. Terrell is on injured reserve, limiting Atlanta's secondary options.
- •Saints running back Travis Etienne is on injured reserve, impacting offensive strategy.
- 1:55 PMYahoo Sports — Saints passing attack looks to have big advantage against Falcons
"New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough and his receivers will again likely be the key to success when facing the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night.
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