ClutchPoints 3 hours ago
Drew Brees calls Saints’ performance against Falcons ‘disappointing’
It’s only been Drew Brees’ second game back with the New Orleans Saints, so it’s understandable that he’s not playing his best football at the moment. However, he finds it unacceptable that the team struggled to put together a win against the Atlanta Falcons during Week 10. Both the offense and defense failed to show […] The post Drew Brees calls Saints’ performance against Falcons ‘disappointing’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints 20 hours ago
Saints OL Andrus Peat is out for six weeks with a broken arm
The New Orleans Saints suffered their worst loss of the 2019 NFL season at the hands of the Atlanta Falcons. Unfortunately, it appears they were dealt an even more significant blow regarding guard Andrus Peat. According to ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter, Peat is expected to miss six weeks after suffering a broke arm in […] The post Saints OL Andrus Peat is out for six weeks with a broken arm appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Falcoholic Nov 12, 2019
Falcons finally play up to their talent level in win against Saints
Photo by Sean Gardner/ The Falcons (2-7) took out the rival Saints (7-2) on the road in one of the biggest upsets of the 2019 season. After six straight losses where the team looked downright abysmal, Atlanta finally played up to their talent level in New Orleans. After six straight losses, the Falcons managed one of the biggest upsets of the 2019 NFL season on Sunday. Atlanta defeated their hated rival, the New Orleans Saints, 26-9 in a dominant performance on both sides of the ball. The defense was smothering, nearly doubling their season sack total with 6 sacks and holding the Saints...
FOX Sports Nov 11, 2019
Run defense issues highlight total breakdown for Saints
New Orleans Saints struggle against the run in surprising loss to Atlanta Falcons
ClutchPoints Nov 11, 2019
The New Orleans Saints need much more from Alvin Kamara
The New Orleans Saints suffered a surprising defeat to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 10 by the score of 26-9. While everyone is highlighting how Drew Brees performed, the Saints need to utilize Alvin Kamara much more in the offense. Before the 2019 season, Kamara had put together two consecutive seasons of producing 1,500 yards […] The post The New Orleans Saints need much more from Alvin Kamara appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Nov 11, 2019
Saints CB Marshon Lattimore is week-to-week due to hamstring injury
The New Orleans Saints put forth their most disappointing performance of the season in their 26-9 loss to the lowly Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, and they lost a key member of their defense in the process. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, cornerback Marshon Lattimore is week-to-week as a result of a hamstring strain […] The post Saints CB Marshon Lattimore is week-to-week due to hamstring injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Nov 11, 2019
Saints news: Sean Payton speaks out on New Orleans’ disappointing play in Falcons loss
When the New Orleans Saints looked at their schedule before the season and saw their road game against the Atlanta Falcons, they probably envisioned it would be a tough game. After all, the Falcons were viewed by many as a legitimate contender to win the NFC South going into 2019 thanks to a high-powered offense […] The post Saints news: Sean Payton speaks out on New Orleans’ disappointing play in Falcons loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Nov 10, 2019
Falcons’ RB Devonta Freeman ruled out (foot) vs. the Saints
Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints due to a foot/ankle injury. Devonta Freeman has been ruled out to return to todays game. — Kelsey Conway (@FalconsKelsey) November 10, 2019 Prior to having been ruled out, Freeman compiled 38 yards rushing […] The post Falcons’ RB Devonta Freeman ruled out (foot) vs. the Saints appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Nov 10, 2019
Saints’ Tre’Quan Smith somehow reels in catch while his helmet falls off
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Tre’Quan Smith decided that hauling in a reception from quarterback Drew Brees during the third quarter of Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons was vastly more important than keeping his helmet attached. Going across the middle of the field, Smith began to haul in Brees’ pass, only to have his […] The post Saints’ Tre’Quan Smith somehow reels in catch while his helmet falls off appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Nov 10, 2019
Saints’ Michael Thomas becomes fastest player to 400 receptions in NFL history
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas has made a habit of catching passes over his first four seasons in the league. On Sunday, he became the quickest receiver in league history to accrue 400 career receptions, doing so during his 56th contest. That last catch by @Cantguardmike was his 400th career reception in his […] The post Saints’ Michael Thomas becomes fastest player to 400 receptions in NFL history appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Nov 10, 2019
Matt Ryan finds Austin Hooper to give Atlanta the lead vs. Saints
The Atlanta Falcons knew full well they were going to need to come out swinging against the New Orleans Saints in Week 10. Quarterback Matt Ryan and tight end Austin Hooper have been able to oblige. Ryan connected with Hooper in the end zone to cap a grueling 17-play, 75 -yard drive, via NFL Twitter: […] The post Matt Ryan finds Austin Hooper to give Atlanta the lead vs. Saints appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Falcoholic Nov 10, 2019
Falcons - Saints Week 10 key info and open thread
Photo by Ric Tapia/Icon Sportswire via It’s gametime, and Atlanta’s first NFC South matchup of the year. I hope you enjoyed a quiet bye week, folks! It’s time for a rivalry game, and this will be your open thread for the game ahead. Let’s all hope for a competitive effort by the Falcons, and perhaps even a surprising, joyful win here in early November. A man can dream, can’t he? Atlanta Falcons @ New Orleans Saints, Week 10 When: Sunday, November 10, 1 p.m. EST Where: Mercedes-Benz Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana Channel: FOX Announcers: Kevin Burkhardt, Ronde Barber, Pam...
ClutchPoints Nov 10, 2019
Report: Falcons’ Dan Quinn’s seat ‘warms’ with Saints Week 10 matchup crucial for owner Arthur Blank
Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn is in danger of losing his job after a 1-7 start to the 2019 season. If his team were to lose to the 7-1 New Orleans Saints on Sunday, his seat would be getting warmer. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Quinn’s seat is already “quite warm.” Falcons […] The post Report: Falcons’ Dan Quinn’s seat ‘warms’ with Saints Week 10 matchup crucial for owner Arthur Blank appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Falcoholic Nov 9, 2019
Interview with the Enemy, Hate Week Edition: 5 Questions with Canal Street Chronicles
Photo by Jerry Holt/Star Tribune via We talked to Canal Street Chronicles’ who refused to answer why the Saints are the worst team in sports history. As part of our ongoing series to better inform you on the Falcons’ upcoming opponent, we stooped so low as to talk with a member of (Boooooooooooooooooooooo -Ed.) Canal Street Chronicles. If you are unfamiliar with the New Orleans Saints, here are some team highlights: Team was established in 1966. First fan was made in 2006 after signing Drew Brees. Saints won the Super Bowl 2010, due to a team-wide cheating scandal that injured...
The Falcoholic Nov 9, 2019
What if the Falcons win/lose against the New Orleans Saints
Photo by Ric Tapia/Icon Sportswire via It’s a rivalry game and anything can happen, I guess. We were all mercifully spared of having to watch the Atlanta Falcons play football last week because of the bye, but we’re not so fortunate this time around. Not only do the Falcons have a game this week, but it’s in New Orleans against the 7-1 Saints (who are also coming off of a Bye week of their own, and getting Alvin Kamara back). The Falcons are in a bad place (or maybe they’re in a good place, depending on how you view tanking) at 1-7, and things will not get any easier as six of...
