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Brees shakes off INTs to lead Saints over Falcons

December 27, 2010 11:01 pm • Last Updated: October 31, 2014 9:26 am

By By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer

Atlanta - Drew Brees shook off two fourth-quarter interceptions, throwing a 6-yard touchdown pass to Jimmy Graham with 3:24 remaining that gave New Orleans a 17-14 victory over the Atlanta Falcons and clinched a return to the playoffs for the defending Super Bowl champions Monday night.

The Falcons (12-3) had a chance to wrap up their first division crown since 2004 and home-field advantage in the playoffs.

Brees completed six straight passes on a 13-play, 90-yard drive, the last of them to the rookie tight end for the winning score.

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