Illness strikes Falcons, but QB Kirk Cousins to play vs. Saints

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive lineman David Onyemata woke up feeling ill Sunday morning but will play in the season finale against the New Orleans Saints, the team said.

Inside linebacker Ronnie Harrison was added to the game status report as out due to illness. Several players were sick during the week but will play.

The Falcons (7-9) and Saints (6-10) will not make the playoffs, but their game in Atlanta will determine the winner of the NFC South. Due to tiebreakers...