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Tuesday, October 6, 2026
4 winners (and 2 losers) from the Falcons' dismantling of the Saints

The Atlanta Falcons spoiled the Saints' party with a dominating performance.

'Phenomenal' Penix continues winning ways with resurgent Falcons

The 2-2 Falcons had a combined 16 points, the lowest total in the NFL, through two weeks, but after a 45-24 victory over the rival New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football, Atlanta now has a...

😈 Falcons' jab at Saints leads NFL Week 4 trolls

The calendar shifted to October and the trolls are becoming a little more impactful, led by the Dallas Cowboys.

Bijan Robinson, Falcons make NFC South statement in rout of Saints

The Falcons rolled over the Saints with Brian Robinson and Bijan Robinson combining for five rushing TDs.

Monday, October 5, 2026
NFL Week 4 grades for all 32 teams: Falcons earn 'A+' for destroying Saints; Bengals slip again

We're handing out grades for every Week 4 game

5.5 immediate reactions following Falcons' commanding Week 4 win over Saints

The Atlanta Falcons came to play at the Superdome in a dominant Week 4 victory over their rival Saints.

Falcons vs Saints Week 4 postgame show: Falcons humiliate Saints on Monday Night Football

The Falcons went into New Orleans and made a statement, humiliating the Saints to the tune of 45-24 on Monday Night Football. Kevin Knight is joined by Tre’Shon Diaz to discuss Atlanta’s total...

Falcons – Saints Week 4 instant recap: Beatdown in the bayou

The Atlanta Falcons came into a pressure-packed primetime rivalry game needing a crisp performance. They put on their ass kicking cleats and got one. The Falcons led early. They led in the middle...

Game Breakdown: What happened in Falcons vs. Saints

The main takeaways and observations from Atlanta's Monday Night Football game against New Orleans in the Superdome.

Did Falcons bench Kyle Pitts? Atlanta TE playing sparingly early in Week 4 game

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts has barely seen the field early in the Week 4 game against the New Orleans Saints. Here's what we know.

Falcons – Packers Week 4 fan discussion

Your Falcons are in primetime this week…again. Their triumph over the Packers on Thursday Night Football helped wash away the awful frustration of the Steelers and Panthers games, but now this...

Atlanta Falcons Week 4 inactives vs. New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football

ILB Divine Deablo and DE Samson Ebukam's game status revealed.

Ravens 'don't know the chances yet' whether Lamar will play on SNF

The Ravens are uncertain whether quarterback Lamar Jackson will play Sunday night against the Falcons.

Falcons elevate Jammie Robinson for Saints game

Robinson blocked a punt near the end of the first quarter against the Saints in Week 18 last season.

Intriguing players to watch in Falcons vs. Saints

A victory for the Atlanta Falcons in a high-stakes divisional clash against the New Orleans Saints will help strengthen the former’s position in the NFC South divisional race. That creates plenty...

Michael Penix Jr. Is Back and the Falcons Suddenly Have Hope Again

Michael Penix Jr. returned with a strong performance against Green Bay. Now the Falcons look to keep their postseason hopes alive against New Orleans.

Pick Six: NFL Week 4 winners and losers, plus grades for every team and Falcons-Saints picks

Here's everything you need to know about the NFL for Oct. 5

Saints matchup is giving the Falcons a chance to (finally) unleash Kyle Pitts

The Atlanta Falcons may have stumbled upon the perfect Kyle Pitts breakout opportunity in Week 4.

Falcons vs. Saints: What will Week 4’s win or loss mean for Atlanta?

The Falcons may have stumbled out of the starting of the 2026 season, but they regained their footing in a major way on the national stage, against the Green Bay Packers. Behind the heroics of...

The deeper connection fueling Atlanta's defensive line evolution

The Falcons’ defensive front looks different than it did in 2025, but the early results are hard to ignore.

Bijan Robinson’s historic Monday night numbers give Saints a problem before kickoff

The Falcons star owns a Monday Night Football average nobody else has matched, and he arrives in New Orleans fresh off another prime-time showcase.

Falcons need Xavier Watts to break his sophomore slump in Week 4 vs. Saints

The Atlanta Falcons could use some interceptions from Xavier Watts on primetime against the Saints.

Saints vs. Falcons where to watch: Michael Penix Jr. leads Atlanta into New Orleans

The NFC South rivals meet Monday night in New Orleans as Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons look to build on their first win of the season

Is the Falcons' Bijan Robinson the NFL's best running back? He is when he's in primetime

Robinson has the most scrimmage yards per game in primetime, and he'll get a chance to keep it rolling on 'Monday Night Football' this week.

20 years later: How Steve Gleason's punt block unified New Orleans, stoked flames of Falcons-Saints rivalry

Ahead of Monday's Falcons-Saints game, players and coaches reflect on the storm, the game and a play from 20 years ago.

Saints' lack of consistency makes them the perfect Week 4 opponent for Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons have a Week 4 opponent on Monday Night Football who is the ultimate mixed bag.

Michael Penix Jr. helped set the stakes for Falcons' primetime clash vs. Saints

The rivalry clash between the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints tonight is about to get intense.

Where to watch Saints vs. Falcons today: Channel, live stream, time, TV schedule for 'Monday Night Football'

Here is everything you need to know about Saints vs. Falcons, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Sunday, October 4, 2026
Falcons vs. Saints injury report: Divine Deablo, Samson Ebukam questionable for Monday night

Saturday is here on this primetime week, which means today was the final practices of the week for the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints. We have been monitoring the health of both teams...

🍼 'Upgraded to mom and dad': Michael Penix Jr., wife expecting first child

The couple took to Instagram to announce the news, jointly posting a video to the social media site titled "A Short Love Story."

Tight End Paradox: Can the Falcons unlock Kyle Pitts in 2026?

After a dominant offensive performance in the Atlanta Falcons’ Week 3 win over the Green Bay Packers, it might seem counterintuitive to suggest the offense is barely scratching the surface of its...

Harold Perkins Jr. is giving the Falcons every reason to expand his role

The Atlanta Falcons may have found a promising defensive piece in rookie linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. 

Jake Matthews is giving the Falcons a problem they thought was never coming

Jake Matthews' regression is going to haunt the Atlanta Falcons every week until they find his successor.

Falcons vs. Saints: A look at the series history going into 2026 Part 1

The calendar in Week 3 is highlighted, marked and underlined as it always is when the Falcons square off against their arch nemeses the New Orleans Saints. This is the best rivalry in football and...

Gervon Dexter is well on his way to becoming the Falcons' new Grady Jarrett

The Atlanta Falcons are starting to believe they found another Grady Jarrett in Gervon Dexter Sr.

Saturday, October 3, 2026
Saints down pair of defensive starters against Falcons

Saints linebacker Kaden Elliss (calf) and edge rushers Carl Granderson (ankle) and Anfernee Jennings (knee) have been ruled out against the Falcons on "Monday Night Football."

Falcons News Now: Top headlines for Falcons Monday Night Football matchup with Saints

Your one-stop shop for all the Atlanta Falcons news you may have missed this week.

Falcons Draft 2027: Six Prospects to Watch For Week 5 of College Football

It’s already Week 5, and October is here. Somehow, the college football season is flying by, and the games are only getting bigger. This week brings plenty of marquee matchups, including three...

Falcons injury report: Two defensive starters questionable ahead of Monday Night Football

No player has been ruled out, however.

Tyler Allgeier already lost control of Cardinals' backfield to Jeremiyah Love

Former Atlanta Falcons RB Tyler Allgeier has again been relegated to a supporting role behind an elite back.

Gervon Dexter earns extension and delivers proof, not potential for Falcons

The four-year, $78 million extension of Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Gervon Dexter marks a potential turning point for the team’s front office. Dexter has been outstanding through his first...

Falcons still have a clear path to the NFC South title despite brutal start

The Atlanta Falcons looked like they might be the worst NFL team two weeks ago, but now have playoff hopes.

3 college football games Falcons fans must watch to see top 2027 draft prospects

The college football slate has some real NFL Draft implications for Ian Cunningham and the Atlanta Falcons.

Falcons vs. Saints injury report: Jawaan Taylor enjoys a rest day

We are moving right along as the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints both held their second practices of the week before facing off on Monday night. There weren’t any big changes on Friday, but...

Browns' early success shouldn't make the Falcons regret hiring Kevin Stefanski

Kevin Stefanski and the Atlanta Falcons should not be fazed by the Browns' success with Todd Monken.

Where to watch Air Force vs. Navy today: Channel, live stream, time, schedule for Mids vs. Falcons

Two of the nation's most dominant rushing offenses collide as Air Force hosts Navy. Here's all you need to know to tune in.

Friday, October 2, 2026
Falcons injury report: 4 starters limited in second practice before Saints game

The team had four key defenders log a limited session on Friday, but that shouldn't be cause for alarm.

Can Atlanta take control in New Orleans? Falcons vs Saints Week 4 preview ft. Erin Summers

The Falcons face the Saints on Monday Night Football in Week 4. Can Atlanta take control of the division in New Orleans? Kevin Knight is joined by Erin Summers (Bleav in Saints) to discuss the...

Bill Callahan is helping Falcons’ Ryan Neuzil kick things into second gear

Ryan Neuzil already proved he could be a stud, and the Atlanta Falcons are seeing a supercharged version of him.

Six-time Pro Bowl center Van Note dies at 80

Jeff Van Note, a six-time Pro Bowl center who spent all 18 seasons of his NFL career with the Falcons and was inducted into the team's Ring of Honor in 2006, has died. He was 80.

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