"It wasn't pretty, but Falcons-Saints rarely is. It wasn't exactly a testament to this team's strength of roster or coaching, but it wasn't expected to be. What it ultimately was a win, a 2025 sweep of the Saints, and a second-straight 8-9 season locked up. The Falcons struggled offensively much of the day, which meant the defense had to step up and did. Atlanta held the Saints to 17 points-including a last minute touchdown-and the offense set up enough Zane Gonzalez field goals to win."
"Cousins hopped away from one sack attempt and was sacked on the next play. Bijan was tackled for no gain. A quick pass to Bijan got 12 yards on 3rd and 15 to set up a 4th and 3, and the Falcons got it with a dart to Kyle Pitts over the middle. Bijan was then tackled after maybe a yard. Cousins then hit Darnell Mooney on the sideline for nine yards."
Atlanta defeated New Orleans to complete a 2025 season sweep and clinch a second straight 8-9 record, extending a four-game winning streak. The Falcons' offense struggled for much of the game, forcing the defense to contain the Saints and hold them to 17 points, including a last-minute touchdown. Kicking by Zane Gonzalez supplied the scoring margin through multiple field goals. The game produced turnovers and pressure on Kirk Cousins, including a fumble recovery by Xavier Watts and an interception. Several short-yardage drives, key third- and fourth-down conversions, and physical special teams plays defined the contest.
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