The Atlanta Falcons edged out the New Orleans Saints with a 19-17 win. This game took place at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. It was held on Sunday, January 4, 2026, during Week 18 of the 2025 season.

Key performances included Falcons’ kicker Zane Gonzalez scoring four field goals. For the Saints, quarterback Tyler Shough had 259 passing yards and two touchdowns. The Saints had more total yards, but the Falcons secured the win.

The Atlanta Falcons scored 19 points to win against the New Orleans Saints, who scored 17 points. In the first quarter, Atlanta took the lead with 7 points while New Orleans stayed scoreless. The Saints managed to score 7 points in the second quarter, but Atlanta added 3 points to maintain a lead. In the second half, both teams kept the game close. Atlanta scored 3 points in the third quarter and 6 in the fourth. New Orleans added 3 points in the third and 7 in the fourth quarter. The Falcons’ four field goals played a key role in their victory. New Orleans had a touchdown pass and a rushing touchdown but fell short.

Tyler Shough led the New Orleans Saints with a strong performance. He passed for 259 yards and added 34 rushing yards. Shough had one passing touchdown and one rushing touchdown, contributing to all of the Saints’ touchdowns.

For the Falcons, Zane Gonzalez made a big impact. He scored four field goals, playing a key role in Atlanta’s victory. His accurate kicking provided the majority of their points.

Drake London also stood out for Atlanta. He had 78 receiving yards and caught a touchdown pass. London’s performance added to the Falcons’ offensive success.

What’s Next

The Atlanta Falcons now hold a 7-9 record after their win over the New Orleans Saints. This places them third in the NFC South Division. The Saints, with a 6-10 record, are in fourth place. Both teams have struggled this season, but the Falcons have shown improvement with their recent three-game winning streak. In their head-to-head meetings this season, the Falcons have beaten the Saints twice. The first was a 24-10 victory in Week 12, and the second was this recent 19-17 win. These results highlight the Falcons’ ability to perform well against their division rival. Despite their struggles, these wins could be a positive sign for the future.

The New Orleans Saints do not have any upcoming games scheduled after their Week 18 game against the Atlanta Falcons. The season has concluded for them, and they will look ahead to the next season for new opportunities.

The Atlanta Falcons also finished their season with the Week 18 game against the New Orleans Saints. With the season ending, they will prepare for the next season and focus on building a stronger team for future games.

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