Saints seek to improve run game against Falcons in Week 4 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
The New Orleans Saints host the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night in a pivotal Week 4 NFC South matchup. Both teams enter the game with a record of 1-2, following contrasting results in their previous outings. The Saints aim to enhance their run game after a loss to the Raiders, while the Falcons have shown impressive defensive improvements against the run. Key injuries, including running back Travis Etienne Jr.'s absence, add pressure to the Saints' ground game strategy. The teams look to establish dominance in the rivalry with the focus on effective running plays.
- •Saints hosted Falcons in Week 4 on October 2.
- •Both teams have a record of 1-2 entering the game.
- •Saints lost to the Raiders 35-27 in Week 3.
- •Falcons won 35-14 against the Packers in their last game.
- •Travis Etienne Jr. is out due to a hamstring injury.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Saints run game must establish balance in Falcons rivalry matchup
"Despite the loss of Travis Etienne Jr., the New Orleans Saints must find a way to run the football in their Monday night face-off against Falcons
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