NFLOct 6
Saints Drop Blowout to Falcons Amid Fan Discontent
New Orleans falls 45-24 at home as boos echo through the Superdome during a lopsided Monday night defeat.
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The Saints dropped to 1-3 after a 45-24 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night. Fans voiced their frustration with repeated boos, including at halftime and the final whistle. Many spectators departed early, leaving rows of red-jerseyed visitors in the stands.
Pre-Game Emotion Fades Quickly
The franchise marked the 20th anniversary of its return to the Superdome following the 2005 season played entirely on the road after Hurricane Katrina. Former safety Steve Gleason, who blocked a punt in a 2006 win over the Falcons, was honored along with Drew Brees and Roger Goodell. The positive atmosphere shifted when the Saints trailed 24-7 at halftime.
Falcons Dominate on the Ground
Atlanta rushed for 205 yards and scored five touchdowns on the ground from Bijan Robinson and Brian Robinson Jr. New Orleans quarterback Tyler Shough acknowledged the missed chances against a division rival. Defensive end Cameron Jordan noted the team was punched in the mouth early and stressed the need to respond in the weeks ahead.
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