Three “Ups” and one “Down” from the game.

It felt good eliminating the Atlanta Falcons from the NFC South divisional crown.

The Saints were in control from the opening kickoff, but that didn’t mean it was an absolutely perfect game. There were still a few “Ups” and “Downs” along the way. Here are a few that stood out:

Up: Saints secondary receivers

Brandon Marshall has yet to make his 2018 debut with the Saints and rookie Tre’Quan Smith was inactive this week with a foot injury. On top of that, Michael Thomas was largely held in check by the Falcons, only hauling in four catches for 38 yards.