Shy Tuttle intercepts Matt Ryan during Saints-Falcons matchup

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Shy Tuttle intercepts Matt Ryan during Saints-Falcons matchup
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Shy Tuttle made a standout play for the New Orleans Saints on November 29, 2019, intercepting Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan during an intense moment in the game. Tuttle's interception occurred when Ryan's pass deflected off Tuttle's chest, allowing the rookie to race into the open field. In a remarkable display of strength, Tuttle stiff-armed Ryan, pushing him to the ground, before being pushed out of bounds by Falcons linemen. However, the highlight was overshadowed by a penalty on Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan for a block in the back, negating part of the play's effectiveness. The moment has gained significant attention since and is highlighted as a notable play for the Saints.

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  • •Shy Tuttle intercepted Matt Ryan on November 29, 2019.
  • •The interception occurred during a tense drive by the Falcons.
  • •Tuttle stiff-armed Ryan before being pushed out of bounds.
  • •A penalty on Cameron Jordan nullified part of Tuttle's return.
  • •The moment has become a viral highlight for the Saints.
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  • 12:55 PMYahoo Sports — Shy Tuttle's interception vs. Matt Ryan is the Saints Play of the Day
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It wasn't enough for Shy Tuttle to intercept Matt Ryan. He threw the Falcons QB down with a stiff arm on our New Orleans Saints Play of the Day.

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