The Falcons come into this game with virtually no hope of making the playoffs and the employment of head coach Dan Quinn on perilously thin ice. Without star receiving options Julio Jones and Austin Hooper, Matt Ryan and the offense have a formidable test ahead of them. Likewise, the Saints were missing key starters at left tackle and left guard, making one wonder if Atlanta could repeat their 6 sack performance two weeks ago. How did it play out? Read on for the details.
First quarter
After winning the coin toss, Atlanta opts to start on offense.