Falcons and Saints Clash in High-Stakes NFC South Rivalry

Both teams face uncertainty as key injuries and recent performances add intrigue to Sunday's matchup in Atlanta.

New Orleans Saints (2-1) and Atlanta Falcons (1-2) meet Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium with both teams seeking consistency.
Saints' Pro Bowl center Erik McCoy is out for six weeks following groin surgery, while Falcons' center Drew Dalman is sidelined with a high ankle sprain.
Saints' QB Derek Carr and Falcons' QB Kirk Cousins each aim to bounce back after recent losses, with Carr emphasizing the team's early-season dominance.
Falcons' RB Bijan Robinson looks to recover from a tough game against the Chiefs, where he was limited to 31 yards on 16 carries.
The historic rivalry is tied at 55 wins each, with the Saints winning 10 of the last 13 meetings, adding extra tension to this critical divisional game.