The Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints have been rivals since 1967, one of the most heated series in the NFC South and among the oldest in the conference. The all-time series is razor thin. Here is the full head-to-head record, the last 10 meetings, the 2026 schedule, and their playoff meeting.
Series at a Glance
- All-time series (regular season): Atlanta leads 57-56
- All-time series (including playoffs): Atlanta leads 58-56
- Postseason: Atlanta leads 1-0
- Current streak: Atlanta has won 2 straight, most recently 19-17 on Jan 4, 2026
- First meeting: 1967 (Saints inaugural season)
Last 10 Meetings
One of the league’s tightest rivalries has stayed even, with Atlanta 5-5 over the last 10.
| Date | Result | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 4, 2026 | Saints 17 at Falcons 19 | Falcons |
| Nov 23, 2025 | Falcons 24 at Saints 10 | Falcons |
| Nov 10, 2024 | Falcons 17 at Saints 20 | Saints |
| Sep 29, 2024 | Saints 24 at Falcons 26 | Falcons |
| Jan 7, 2024 | Falcons 17 at Saints 48 | Saints |
| Nov 26, 2023 | Saints 15 at Falcons 24 | Falcons |
| Dec 18, 2022 | Falcons 18 at Saints 21 | Saints |
| Sep 11, 2022 | Saints 27 at Falcons 26 | Saints |
| Jan 9, 2022 | Saints 30 at Falcons 20 | Saints |
| Nov 7, 2021 | Falcons 27 at Saints 25 | Falcons |
2026 Matchups
The Falcons and Saints meet twice again in 2026 within the NFC South.
- Week 4: Monday, Oct 5, 2026 – Falcons at Saints
- Week 17: Sunday, Jan 3, 2027 – Saints at Falcons
Postseason History
Atlanta and New Orleans have met once in the playoffs.
- Dec 28, 1991 – 1991 NFC Wild Card: Falcons 27, Saints 20
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads the all-time series between the Falcons and Saints?
Atlanta leads the regular-season series 57-56 and won the only playoff meeting, so the Falcons lead 58-56 including the postseason.
When do the Falcons and Saints play in 2026?
Twice – Week 4 on Monday, Oct 5, 2026 in New Orleans, and Week 17 on Sunday, Jan 3, 2027 in Atlanta.
Have the Falcons and Saints ever met in the playoffs?
Once – the 1991 NFC Wild Card, when Atlanta won 27-20 in New Orleans.
