Who plays
Atlanta @ New Orleans
Current records: Atlanta 3-6; New Orleans 7-2
What there is to know
The New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Falcons have been tied against each other since September 2016 (4-4), but not for long. The Saints and Atlanta will face off in an NFC South battle at 1 p.m. ET Sunday at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The teams split their clashes last year, with the Falcons winning the first 26-9 on the road and New Orleans taking the second 26-18.
New Orleans managed to pull off a solid victory over the San Francisco 49ers last week, winning 27-13. New Orleans’ RB Alvin Kamara did his thing and had two rushing touchdowns in addition to catching seven touchdown passes and 83 yards.
The New Orleans defense was also a presence, as they tallied two interceptions and two fumbles. The picks came courtesy of DB Patrick Robinson and SS Malcolm Jenkins.
Meanwhile, the Falcons picked up a 34-27 victory over the Denver Broncos two weeks ago. It was another big night for Atlanta quarterback Matt Ryan, who had three touchdowns and 284 yards on 35 attempts. Ryan’s 51-yard touchdown thrown down the right side of the field to WR Olamide Zaccheaus in the first quarter was one of the most memorable moments of the afternoon.
The Saints are the favorites in this one, with an expected margin of victory of 3.5 points. They are currently two-for-two ATS from their most recent games, a trend bettors may want to consider.
Their victories pushed New Orleans to 7-2 and Atlanta to 3-6. New Orleans were dynamite on the offensive end of the ball, averaging 30.11 points per game. We’ll see if the Falcons can find a way to disarm them.
How to watch
- When: Sunday at 1 p.m. ET
- Or: Mercedes-Benz Superdome – New Orleans, Louisiana
- TV: FOX
- Online Streaming: fuboTV (Try free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- To follow: CBS Sports app
- Cost of the ticket: $ 135.00
Chances
The Saints are a 3.5 point favorite against the Falcons, according to the latest NFL odds.
The punters had a good idea of the line for this one, as the game started with the Saints as a 4.5-point favorite.
Over / Under: -111
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History of the series
New Orleans have won six of their last ten games against Atlanta.
- November 28, 2019 – New Orleans 26 vs. Atlanta 18
- November 10, 2019 – Atlanta 26 vs New Orleans 9
- November 22, 2018 – New Orleans 31 vs. Atlanta 17
- September 23, 2018 – New Orleans 43 vs. Atlanta 37
- December 24, 2017 – New Orleans 23 vs Atlanta 13
- December 07, 2017 – Atlanta 20 vs New Orleans 17
- January 01, 2017 – Atlanta 38 vs. New Orleans 32
- Sep 26, 2016 – Atlanta 45 vs New Orleans 32
- January 03, 2016 – New Orleans 20 vs. Atlanta 17
- October 15, 2015 – New Orleans 31 vs. Atlanta 21
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