The Saints deactiviated starting linebacker Scott Fujita for a second straight game as New Orleans prepared to host the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night.

Fujita strained his left calf during a victory over the New York Giants in Week 6 and has not practiced since.

Troy Evans was slated to start in his place. Also inactive for New Orleans were cornerback Leigh Torrence and running back Lynell Hamilton, who practiced at fullback last week after Heath Evans was placed on injured reserve.

Atlanta deactivated running backs Jerious Norwood (right hip) and Jason Snelling (hamstring) and starting defensive tackle Thomas Johnson (calf). Johnson was replaced in the starting lineup by Trey Lewis.