Falcons’ rushing attack drives 45–24 win over Saints
Bijan Robinson and Brian Robinson Jr. combined for five rushing touchdowns as Atlanta handed New Orleans a third loss in four games.
Atlanta’s ground game set the pace in a 45–24 win over New Orleans, with Bijan Robinson opening the scoring on a 59-yard run. He finished with 145 yards and two touchdowns from 19 carries, while Brian Robinson Jr. added three rushing scores.
The Falcons became the first NFL team to win consecutive road games in primetime by more than 20 points, according to ESPN Research. The pair of running backs averaged 3.7 yards before contact and broke 11 tackles.
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. completed 15 of 20 passes for 223 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions. Atlanta converted four of eight third downs.
New Orleans allowed 207 rushing yards and fell to 1–3. The Saints had eight penalties and missed a field goal, while their only touchdown came late in the game.
The loss came as the Saints marked 20 years since returning to the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina. ESPN reported their next game is at home against Minnesota; Atlanta is scheduled to face Baltimore.
