Photos: Falcons defeat Saints in key NFC South game

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Photos: Falcons defeat Saints in key NFC South game

The Falcons defeated their rival Saints , 24-15, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday. The Falcons are 3-0 in the division.

Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III scored a touchdown afterintercepting a New Orleans Saints pass during the first half of a NFL football game in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) runs for a touchdown during the second quarter of a NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) is congratulated by Tyler Allgeier (25) after he ran for a touchdown during the second quarter of a NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III scored a touchdown after intercepting a New Orleans Saints pass during the first half of a NFL football game between against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons punter Bradley Pinion leaves the field after winning a NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints 24-15 in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier (25) and safety Richie Grant (27) celebrate after winning a NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints 24-15 in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) talks with New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) after winning a NFL football game 24-15 in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith leaves the field after winning after winning a NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints 24-15 in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) is congratulated in the end zone after scoring a first half touchdown against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Arnold Ebiketie (17) tackles New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr during the second half of a NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dee Alford (20) can't stop this reception for a first down by New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson (83) during the second half of a NFL football game in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) works through traffic for a first down during the second half of a NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. The Falcons won, 24-15. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

New Orleans Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu (32) intercepts a Desmond Ridder pass intended for Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Van Jefferson (15) during the second half in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. The Falcons won, 24-15. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III forced a fumble out of New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill that Falcons defensive lineman Albert Huggins recovered in an NFL football game in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. The Falcons won, 24-15. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson makes a touchdown reception during the second half of a NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. The Falcons won, 24-15. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Ta'Quon Graham (95) stops New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) for no gain during the second half of an NFL football game in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier (25) runs for a first down during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier (25) runs for a first down during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons place kicker Younghoe Koo kicks a fourth quarter field goal that put the Falcons two scores ahead in an NFL football game against New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III (3) and Dee Alford (20) celebrate a pass break up on 2nd and 20 during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

New Orleans Saints Taysom Hill (7) completes a pass in front of Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dee Alford (20) during the first half of na NFL football game in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) works through traffic and scores a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) throws under pressure from Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) in an NFL football game in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson runs for eight yards in an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III (3) celebrates his interception return for a touchdown in a NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder passes in an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Ludacris descends from the top of the stadium while performing during the game. The Atlanta Falcons celebrate Hip-Hop 50 with performances and appearances during their NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

A moment of silence is recognized by fans in memory of Rosalynn Carter before an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, in Atlanta. Rosalynn Carter died on Sunday. She was 96. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

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Credit: Bob Andres

Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III scored a touchdown afterintercepting a New Orleans Saints pass during the first half of a NFL football game in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

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