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Following Atlanta’s second-half collapse against the rival Saints on Sunday, embattled Falcons coach Arthur Smith had opportunities to make a public case for his retention. The Falcons entered their game against the Saints with an outside chance to win the dismal NFC South but were outscored 31-0 after halftime, losing 48-17 to wind up 7-10 for the third time in Smith’s three-year tenure. Everything went wrong for Atlanta from the first series of the third quarter.

Falcons coach Arthur Smith declined to address questions about his future after Atlanta's season ended Sunday

The Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints are facing off for a spot in the NFC playoffs. Here are the top things to watch for during this rivalry game.

Alvin Kamara inactive for crucial game versus Atlanta Falcons Alvin Kamara Atlanta Falcons

All eyes now turn to Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank's decision on the job status of coach Arthur Smith.