Atlanta Falcons linebacker Troy Andersen had arguably the best game of his professional career on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints, but it ended in injury.

The Atlanta Falcons defense was having trouble getting off the field against the New Orleans Saints until its pass rush came through, leading to a timely interception. Edge rusher Matthew Judon got a hand on a pass from New Orleans quarterback Derek Carr and the wobbly ball was picked off by inside linebacker Troy Andersen,

Derek Carr and the Saints are one of the NFL’s surprise teams while the Falcons are out to prove they’re better than their 1-2 record. Injuries will certainly be a factor in Sunday’s game as both teams are banged up along their offensive lines.

The Atlanta Falcons scored a defensive touchdown against the New Orleans Saints, as linebacker Troy Andersen intercepted Derek Carr for a pick-six.

The Atlanta Falcons defense was struggling to go up against a wounded New Orleans Saints offense, but they may have just made the play of the half. Falcons inside linebacker Troy Andersen picks off a Derek Carr pass tipped by edge rusher Matt Judon and returns it 47 yards to help the Falcons regain the lead 17-14.