Here’s what the Falcons had to say after the 26-24 win over the Saints on Sunday:
Troy Andersen, inside linebacker
On his interception for a touchdown: “Saw the ball and it was ‘catch it’ and go score. It was a great play by [Matthew] Judon and we were able to capitalize on it. I tried to run to green grass and get to the endzone before getting tackled.
On his performance and the defensive performance: “I think it was kind of our scheme today and then everybody eating up blocks letting me be able to roam a little bit. Then everybody is running to the ball and hunting. It was fun.”
Darnell Mooney, wide receiver
On the offense: “Penalties kind of hurt us a lot today. We were behind the sticks a lot. That’s not good football.”
Opening drive : “Our first drive is always so smooth, and this is what this team can look like. This is what this offense can look like. If we can go out there and do that every time, nobody can stop us.”
On third downs: “It was a very good step. Everything is a process. It was a step in the right direction.”