Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Bijan Robinson remains a steady metronome. The Atlanta Falcons saw exactly what they had hoped to see in a matchup against the 2-win New York Giants, which was utter domination in quarterback Michael Penix Jr’s first career start. This was the first week where the Falcons broke the 30-point mark since Week 8, with the offense having … [Read more...] about Falcons fantasy stud and dud from Week 16 vs. Giants
What if the Falcons win/lose against the New York Giants
Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images The Falcons can’t be mathematically eliminated from playoff contention yet, but a loss would put them on that doorstep. It’s earlier than originally expected, but the Michael Penix Jr. era is upon us in Atlanta, 15 games into his rookie season and maybe not a moment too soon. Following a disgusting offensive performance which led to a win … [Read more...] about What if the Falcons win/lose against the New York Giants
Intriguing players to watch in Falcons vs. Giants
Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images Everyone is intrigued by Michael Penix, but who else is worth watching this week? Most of this week’s intrigue centers around the Atlanta Falcons’ decision to change quarterbacks. All eyes will be on his performance in his debut against the New York Giants. Naming only four other Falcons that matter in this must-win matchup is a challenge, … [Read more...] about Intriguing players to watch in Falcons vs. Giants
Falcons – Giants Week 16 open thread
Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports It’s time to watch Michael Penix make his debut. The Atlanta Falcons are still chasing their playoff hopes, and a win over the New York Giants is a must if they’re going to do that. But this is also a big game for another reason: It’s Michael Penix’s debut as the starting quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons. The hope is that an … [Read more...] about Falcons – Giants Week 16 open thread
Jessie Bates breathes life into Falcons with pick six
Bob Donnan-Imagn Images A pick six for the star safety. When New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock found rookie running back Tyrone Tracy to start the second quarter, it felt like the beginning of a nightmare for the Atlanta Falcons. The first quarter was littered with missed opportunities and a few questions from both sides of the football, as Atlanta struggled to … [Read more...] about Jessie Bates breathes life into Falcons with pick six