The Atlanta Falcons ended a three-game skid against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday to take first place in the NFC South. Despite some ugly moments on offense, Jessie Bates and the defense came up with a performance that potentially saved head coach Arthur Smith’s job.
Quarterback Desmond Ridder rebounded from two early interceptions to make arguably the best throw of his career in the fourth quarter. Here’s how Falcons fans on Twitter reacted to Sunday’s 24-15 win over the Saints.
Falcons move into first place in the NFC South.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 26, 2023
Me to Arthur Smith as I celebrate pic.twitter.com/oWSbWRkQVy
— Nathan Owens (@nateowenscomedy) November 26, 2023
It's not only because they beat the Saints to be in first place that makes this the most satisfying win of the season for the Falcons. It's how they did it. Dominated on the ground. Ridder was excellent minus two INTs. Bates had another exceptional game. Awesome all-around win.
— Allen Strk (@allenstrk) November 26, 2023
Jessie Bates III has single-handedly won 2 games this year, worth every penny
— Tre'Shon (@tre3shon) November 26, 2023
As far as Ridder is concerned, there’s no point in arguing or debating over him for a few reasons. He hasn’t been good, but he’s also making peanuts. The Falcons need a franchise QB, but they bet NOT pay Carr money to any FA QB next offseason.
— Ev Glaze (@Everett_G07) November 26, 2023
Lmao the saints are paying $37.5 million a year for Derek Carr and he might be the third most effective QB on their roster
— Andy (@AndySGallagher) November 26, 2023
would any other staff in the NFL call something this insane https://t.co/N4SoizyZmu
— Kevin Knight (@FalcoholicKevin) November 26, 2023
Chris Olave, Rashid Shaheed and Jamaal Williams playing the Atlanta Falcons…🤕🤕🤕 pic.twitter.com/SgSJtQeCtI
— JazzyJeffRealTalk (@JazzyJeffRealT1) November 26, 2023
Falcons rushed for 228 yards today. They earned 15 first downs when running the ball and averaged 5.6 yards per carry.
Arthur Smith said: "Take the game over." … "That's who we need to be to close out games."
— Tori McElhaney (@tori_mcelhaney) November 26, 2023
Terry Fontenot was jacked up about this win.#Falcons are now atop the NFC South with six games to play. pic.twitter.com/ERkFJI2MgN
— Kelly Price (@thekellyprice) November 26, 2023
These two teams are just taking turns looking directly into the eyes of their dedicated, loyal fanbases and sticking a silverware drawer directly into a light socket
— The Falcoholic (@TheFalcoholic) November 26, 2023
Ridder has been erratic to say the least, but at least the Falcons aren’t paying him over $35 mil a year to be horrible. lol
— Ev Glaze (@Everett_G07) November 26, 2023
Legendary swag surf in 2023. pic.twitter.com/cXn3hYzIYX
— Mr. Eighty Six (@peachtownJ) November 26, 2023
It was pretty dope to see dang near every Atlanta artist that has put their stamp on the game in the past 30 years in one spot. pic.twitter.com/NefPKTAp8t
— Jarvis Davis (@JarvisD90) November 26, 2023
Ludacris literally just dropped from the ceiling at the Falcons game to perform at the end of the 3rd quarter pic.twitter.com/jByPYtlMS0
— The Hood Therapist (@OhhMar24) November 26, 2023
It’s bigger than football 🫶
Atlanta Falcons Legend, Tim Green, and New Orleans Sainrs Legend, Steve Gleason, served as our Honorary Captains for today’s game! pic.twitter.com/iUbIYVB0sD
— Falcons In The Community (@FalconsCR) November 26, 2023
Southern hospitality or overall mean 😤
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) November 26, 2023
