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Atlanta Falcons

Record: (2-2), 3rd in NFC South

Atlanta Falcons

Record: (2-2), 3rd in NFC South

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Falcons running back duo wants to be NFL’s best. They’re staking a strong claim

Bijan Robinson needed little time jelling with Brian Robinson Jr. to realize the Falcons found him a plenty capable backfield partner.

Dirty Birds Dispatch: The Falcons are rolling

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James Pearce Jr. back in Falcons’ facility as suspension reaches halfway

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Falcons to host first red-out in Mercedes-Benz Stadium vs. Ravens

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Where the Falcons stand in the NFC South race after 4 weeks

Standings

Stats

NFC South

Full Standings

TEAM	W	L	PCT
1 PanthersPanthers	2	2	.500
2 FalconsFalcons	2	2	.500
3 SaintsSaints	1	3	.250
4 BuccaneersBuccaneers	0	4	.000

Team Leaders

Full Team Stats

OFFENSE

DEFENSE

Michael Penix Jr.

QB, #9

PASSING YARDS

479

Bijan Robinson

RB, #7

RUSHING YARDS

494

Drake London

WR, #5

RECEIVING YARDS

370

PHOTOS: Falcons trounce Saints in New Orleans

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. passes against the New Orleans Saints during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. The Falcons dominated from the start, coming out on top 45-24. (Ella Hall/AP)

Atlanta Falcons' Zachariah Branch (left) celebrates with Mike Ford Sr. during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough passes against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski walks on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (center) passes against the New Orleans Saints during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. (right) is tackled by New Orleans Saints defensive end Tyree Wilson (left) and safety Justin Reid during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson is tackled by Atlanta Falcons linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. (left) and safety Xavier Watts (right) during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Gerald Herbert/AP)

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London runs against the New Orleans Saints during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (right) runs against New Orleans Saints safety Jonas Sanker during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

Atlanta Falcons safety Sydney Brown (center left) breaks up a pass intended for New Orleans Saints wide receiver Devaughn Vele during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Gerald Herbert/AP)

New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (left) runs against Atlanta Falcons linebacker Divine Deablo (second from right) and linebacker Kendal Daniels (bottom right) during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Robinson Jr. (bottom center) scores against the New Orleans Saints during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (left) is congratulated by quarterback Tyler Shough (right) after scoring against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (center) celebrates after scoring against the New Orleans Saints during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

New Orleans Saints defensive end Chase Young (left) gestures during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (center) is congratulated by teammates after scoring against the New Orleans Saints during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Gerald Herbert/AP)

Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Robinson Jr. runs for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Robinson Jr. celebrates after scoring against the New Orleans Saints during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave runs against Atlanta Falcons linebacker Divine Deablo during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Gerald Herbert/AP)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (center) runs against the New Orleans Saints during the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Jahan Dotson (left) reacts after scoring a touchdown next to New Orleans Saints cornerback Quincy Riley during the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (right) runs against Atlanta Falcons cornerback C.J. Henderson (left) during the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Gerald Herbert/AP)

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Bryce Lance (left) cannot catch a pass while being defended by Atlanta Falcons cornerback Mike Hughes (center) and free safety Jessie Bates III (right) during the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Ella Hall/AP)

Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (center left) greets NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell before an NFL football game between the Saints and the Atlanta Falcons in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. (Gerald Herbert/AP)

The Rebirth Statue is seen with storm clouds outside the Superdome, before an NFL football game 20 years later between the New Orleans Saints and the Atlanta Falcons, in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. The statue features New Orleans Saints' Steve Gleason blocking a punt by Atlanta Falcons punter Michael Koenen, in the first Saints home game after Hurricane Katrina. (Gerald Herbert/AP)

The Rebirth Statue is seen with storm clouds and skyline outside the Superdome, before an NFL football game 20 years later between the New Orleans Saints and the Atlanta Falcons, in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. The statue features New Orleans Saints' Steve Gleason blocking a punt by Atlanta Falcons punter Michael Koenen, in the first Saints home game after Hurricane Katrina. (Gerald Herbert/AP)

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. passes against the New Orleans Saints during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. The Falcons dominated from the start, coming out on top 45-24. (Ella Hall/AP) (AP Photo/Ella Hall)

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Falcons film review: Inside 3 key plays from dominant win over Saints

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How good can Falcons offense be after Saints steamroll? ‘Sky’s the limit’

Falcons scored their most points in a decade in a 45-24 win over the Saints in New Orleans.

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Penix has ‘brought life’ to Falcons, and an identity forms around him

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After putting up 35 points in the win over the Packers in Week 3, the Atlanta Falcons’ offense lit up the scoreboard again during “Monday Night Football.”

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Falcons turn ‘Domecoming’ night into dud for Saints

The Falcons were faster, more physical and just better than the Saints in every way.

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Falcons’ position grades in win over Saints: High marks all around

The Falcons received high grades across the board after rushing for 205 yards and rolling past the New Orleans Saints 45-24 on Monday.

PHOTOS: Falcons trounce Saints in New Orleans

The Falcons dominated from the start, coming out on top 45-24 in the primetime game Monday, Oct. 5.

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Falcons roll past Saints, spoil 20th anniversary of ‘Domecoming’

Bijan Robinson rushed for 145 yards and two scores as the Falcons rolled past the New Orleans Saints 45-24 on Monday night.

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Take 5: Five quick takeaways from Falcons’ win over Saints

The Falcons dominated on both sides of the ball in a blowout win over the Saints in primetime.

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How genes, dedication led Falcons’ Jake Matthews to 200th career start

Falcons offensive tackle Jake Mathews is the son of HOF lineman Bruce Mathews, nephew of 19-year OL Clay Mathews Jr. and cousin of 11-year veteran Clay Mathews III.