Much was expected from this Atlanta team last week playing with revenge against Philadelphia, the results were less than acceptable.
The public reaction was.."same old Atlanta"
Losing a close game on the road against the Super Bowl champs late is not a negative in my mind.
The Eagles have a top 5 defense in this league.
Now, back at home against a familiar foe who they can scheme against is the perfect recipe for success this week.
Atlanta has both won and covered the last 3 homes games against Carolina.
Last year the Falcons beat the Panthers 22-10
Atlanta also has the benefit of having 10 days rest heading into this game, having played the previous Thursday.
Panthers loss of tight end Greg Olsen, who is one of Newtons security blankets, a huge blow to Carolina.
Atlanta's underrated defense excels on turf as they are more quick than powerful. Atlanta's defense has held 7 of the past 9 offenses that they have played at home to 20 points or less.
* 10 days of rest and preparation time.
* Playing a familiar division foe who they match up well against
* Coming off of a heartbreaking loss will provide focus
* Home on a fast track to accentuate their speed/loud crowd
Much was expected from this Atlanta team last week playing with revenge against Philadelphia, the results were less than acceptable.
The public reaction was.."same old Atlanta"
Losing a close game on the road against the Super Bowl champs late is not a negative in my mind.
The Eagles have a top 5 defense in this league.
Now, back at home against a familiar foe who they can scheme against is the perfect recipe for success this week.
Atlanta has both won and covered the last 3 homes games against Carolina.
Last year the Falcons beat the Panthers 22-10
Atlanta also has the benefit of having 10 days rest heading into this game, having played the previous Thursday.
Panthers loss of tight end Greg Olsen, who is one of Newtons security blankets, a huge blow to Carolina.
Atlanta's underrated defense excels on turf as they are more quick than powerful. Atlanta's defense has held 7 of the past 9 offenses that they have played at home to 20 points or less.
* 10 days of rest and preparation time.
* Playing a familiar division foe who they match up well against
* Coming off of a heartbreaking loss will provide focus
* Home on a fast track to accentuate their speed/loud crowd
As justified as the hate is with Steve Sarkisian, I think at some point talent & execution has to play a role to negate his inability to get creative with his play calls.
As justified as the hate is with Steve Sarkisian, I think at some point talent & execution has to play a role to negate his inability to get creative with his play calls.
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