Here are our six takeaways from the New Orleans Saints’ season so far at the Week 12 bye. What to make of a 4-7 team hitting its stride?

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The New Orleans Saints beat the Atlanta Falcons 20-17 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday. The Saints snap a seven-game losing streak with the win. Saints interim head coach Darren Rizzi made his debut after the recent firing of Dennis Allen.

The New Orleans Saints get to rest during Week 12, as they enjoy their bye week. After 11 games, they sit in an unfortunately familiar place. New Orleans is currently 4-7. They have alternated between 4-7 and 5-6 for the last four seasons.

The New Orleans Saints have had some great performances from their players as of late, which have fueled them to a 2-0 fini

New Orleans must win most, if not all, of their six remaining games for even a chance at contention. Here's how they've historically fared in post-bye games.