Found December 26, 2011 on
Falcons Locker:
PLAYERS:
Michael Turner,
Matt Ryan,
Roddy White,
Julio Jones,
Tony Gonzalez,
Harry Douglas,
Drew Brees,
Darren Sproles,
Pierre Thomas,
Chris Ivory
TEAMS: Atlanta Falcons, Detroit Lions, New Orleans Saints
TEAMS: Atlanta Falcons, Detroit Lions, New Orleans Saints
This could be an outstanding game on Monday Night Football. The Falcons have won two games in a row in which they have scored a combined 72 points. They are in the NFC Playoffs, and they are now battling the Detroit Lions for seeding. The Saints have won six games in a row including a 26-23 O.T. win over the Falcons in Atlanta. Here is a look at the matchups in this game:
When the Falcons have the ball: The Falcons are going to have to remain balanced in this game. The Saints are giving up 109.9 yards rushing per game and 4.9 yards per carry so far this year, so Michael Turner should have room to run the ball. The Saints like to blitz, but if Matt Ryan has time to throw the ball, the Falcons are going to make some plays down the field through the air. WRs Roddy White, Julio Jones and TE Tony Gonzalez give the Falcons three outstanding targets for Matt Ryan. WR Harry Douglas could be the secret weapon for the Falcons in this game.
When the Saints have the ball: The Saints a...
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