Falcons won’t have trouble slowing down Saints’ run game without Travis Etienne

Writer Jason Kandel argues that the Atlanta Falcons' top-ranked run defense will comfortably contain the New Orleans Saints' rushing attack in their upcoming Monday Night Football matchup. The Saints are expected to be without running back Travis Etienne, who aggravated a hamstring injury during a Week 3 loss against the Las Vegas Raiders and could face a stint on injured reserve.

Kandel notes that New Orleans will rely on Alvin Kamara, Kendre Miller, and CJ Donaldson, alongside missing star tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. With Atlanta allowing under 50 rushing yards per game this season, Kandel writes that quarterback Tyler Shough will be forced to rely heavily on the passing game.