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The Opening Drive 2012 Wildcard Sunday

Found January 08, 2012 on NFL Football Online: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Matt Ryan,  Roddy White,  Julio Jones,  Michael Turner,  Ray Edwards,  John Abraham
TEAMS: Atlanta Falcons,  New York Giants

If Saturday’s games were any indication, then Sunday’s remaining Wildcard action should be entertaining as hell. Who’s got time for lengthy introductions though? Let’s break down this action! (10-6) Atlanta Falcons at(9-7) New York Giants1:00 PM ET, FOX Even more of a toss-up than Texans-Bengals, this game seems like it could go either way. Matt Ryan and the Falcons have been hot of late, winning five of their last seven games. However, all of those wins except one (Tennessee) came against sub .500 teams. Atlanta’s been kicking the crap out of crappy teams in 2011. Ryan hasn’t looked as sharp against quality defenses, but he hasn’t been getting help from receivers Roddy White and Julio Jones in those outings. Too many drops in an inconsistent passing attack. As always, the key to their success is the production of Michael Turner. The Falcons have a very aggressive offensive line that excels at run blocking, but their pass blocking hasn&rsquo...
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