Deion Jones jumps for key interception as Falcons beat Saints 20-17

Deion Jones leaped to make an interception in the end zone with 1:25 left on the clock, and the Atlanta Falcons held on Thursday for a crucial 20-17 victory over the New Orleans Saints, solidifying a three-way race for the NFC South title.

Matt Ryan avoided three interceptions to lead the Falcons to a 52-yard field goal by Matt Bryant with 3:49 remaining, breaking a 17-17 tie.

The Saints (9-4) were in a position to win, reaching Atlanta's 11-yard line after Drew Brees converted with a quarterback sneak.

Jones had other plans. He jumped high to catch the ball and landed flat on his back, but held onto the ball. The Falcons (8-5) pulled within one game of the Saints, who lead the division with three weeks left to play.