The Saints need another big performance from rookie quarterback Tyler Shough, who will be surrounded mostly with a group of backups at the offensive skill positions. Star wide receiver Chris Olave is sidelined after blood clots were discovered in his lungs.

The New Orleans Saints hit the road for Atlanta for a matchup with the Falcons that could help shape the NFC Playoffs picture.

The Atlanta Falcons host the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Jan. 4 to decide if the Carolina Panthers or Tampa Bay Buccaneers will win the NFC South in the final game for the division this season.

Find out how to watch Atlanta Falcons vs. New Orleans Saints live streaming online, plus TV channel and game info for this week 18 NFL matchup.

Here are your Five Things to Know about the New Orleans Saints for Sunday, January 4:

The New Orleans Saints, led by quarterback Tyler Shough, face the Atlanta Falcons, led by quarterback Kirk Cousins, on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.

The New Orleans Saints are ending their season by visiting the Atlanta Falcons in an Week 18 game. Follow live updates.

The NFC South has once again chosen chaos. Perhaps none of us should be surprised. The Atlanta Falcons and the New Orleans Saints are playing a proxy title game with the Falcons championing the Carolina Panthers and the Saints representing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. I can’t imagine any of the four teams are happy with today’s stakes.