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Atlanta Falls 21-16 to Saints - Recap
Michael Thomas caught 9 passes for 105 yards against the Atlanta defense as New Orleans handed the Falcons a 21-16 loss on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
New Orleans was the ATS victor, as they covered the -2.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 46.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Alvin Kamara rushed for 88 yards, while Taysom Hill added 83 yards in the win. Michael Thomas and Tre'Quan Smith added 105 and 42 receiving yards respectively.
Ito Smith rushed for 36 yards for Atlanta, while Brian Hill added 18 yards. Matt Ryan threw for 273 yards for the Falcons, while receivers Calvin Ridley and Julio Jones had 108 and 94 yards respectively.
Atlanta was outgained by New Orleans 424-332 yards in Sunday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 23-21 by the Saints.
New Orleans led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 36:54-23:06 split in that important category.
New Orleans looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Eagles. The Falcons will aim to get back on the winning track at Los Angeles.