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The Week 18 clash between the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints isn’t just about pride—its outcome shapes both teams’ trajectories for 2026 and beyond. With Tyler Shough igniting the Saints during a four-game win streak and Bijan Robinson coming off a monster performance, Raheem Morris and the Falcons coaching staff look to save their jobs amid front office uncertainty.
The battle for NFC South positioning will impact next season's schedule difficulty and future playoff hopes. Key matchups feature Saints edge rusher Chase Young facing off against Jake Matthews, while the deep-ball abilities of Shough will be tested by Falcons safeties Jessie Bates III and Xavier Watts. With Cam Jordan, Taysom Hill, and Demario Davis potentially making their final appearances in “hate week,” and both teams’ special teams units ranked near the league bottom, every phase could tip the scales.
0:23 — Hate Week Game Implications
9:48 — Matchups To Watch
20:12 — What Each Team Needs to do to Win
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The Week 18 clash between the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints isn’t just about pride—its outcome shapes both teams’ trajectories for 2026 and beyond. With Tyler Shough igniting the Saints during a four-game win streak and Bijan Robinson coming off a monster performance, Raheem Morris and the Falcons coaching staff look to save their jobs amid front office uncertainty.
The battle for NFC South positioning will impact next season's schedule difficulty and future playoff hopes. Key matchups feature Saints edge rusher Chase Young facing off against Jake Matthews, while the deep-ball abilities of Shough will be tested by Falcons safeties Jessie Bates III and Xavier Watts. With Cam Jordan, Taysom Hill, and Demario Davis potentially making their final appearances in “hate week,” and both teams’ special teams units ranked near the league bottom, every phase could tip the scales.
0:23 — Hate Week Game Implications
9:48 — Matchups To Watch
20:12 — What Each Team Needs to do to Win
BECOME A LOCKED ON SAINTS ALL-ACCESS MEMBER: https://lockedonsaints.supercast.com/
Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
🎧https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-saints/
Locked On NFL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft & More
🎧https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-nfl/
LouisianaSports.Net's Ross Jackson hosts the Locked On Saints Podcast keeping the Who Dat Nation up-to-date with everything you need to know about your beloved New Orleans Saints.
And follow Ross on Twitter, where he’ll be sharing the latest news about the New Orleans Saints and talking with fans.
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/RossJacksonNOLA
Everydayer Club
If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.
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Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!
FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. So before tip-off, check the FanDuel app and see what’s dropping during NBA Happy Hour — every Friday from 6 to 7:30 PM Eastern. A little basketball, a little action, and a whole lot of Friday energy.
PrizePicks
Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.
Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFL
Gametime
Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.
FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
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