The Saints’ second-year wideout made a sensational circus catch within the ultimate week of the common season for a 26-yard landing to offer New Orleans a 24-17 lead over Atlanta in a doubtlessly essential NFC South showdown.
Quarterback Derek Carr lofted the move towards Olave on the purpose line, and the previous Ohio State vast receiver tipped the ball to himself and made a bobbling reception in the long run zone.
Falcons rookie cornerback Clark Phillips III had wonderful protection, however Olave’s focus and catch have been much more spectacular.
New Orleans (8-8) and Atlanta (7-9) can attain the postseason. The Falcons should win in Week 18 and have the Buccaneers (8-8) lose to clinch their first division title since 2016 and first postseason berth since 2017.
The Saints have a few paths towards the playoffs, however each embody a win in opposition to the Falcons. They’ll win the NFC South for the primary time since 2020 with a Bucs loss to the Panthers, however they will additionally attain the playoffs as a wild-card group if the Seahawks and Packers lose within the late-afternoon window.
