"Was the performance lackluster? For sure. Is this yet another low point in a season full of them? Absolutely. Will we continue to watch this slop? That's up to you. The Benz looked quite empty, and after this performance, I don't see anyone rushing to see this team on a short week against Tampa Bay."
"There has been a lot of talk about the lack of Atlanta's 2026 first-round pick and how questionable a decision it was to part ways with what appears to be a top-ten pick in next year's draft. James Pearce Jr.'s historic sack streak is starting to give Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot some ammo in his case for the decision. With this sack, Pearce joins names like Joey Bosa, Julius Peppers, Brian Urlacher, and Von Miller, who have all had at least one sack in five straight games as a rookie. The record belongs to Hall of Fame defensive end Javon Kearse, who had eight consecutive games in 1999."
"This young Falcons defense feels like there is a statement to be made against this Seattle team, and they are making it early. Through the first three drives of a fast-moving first half, the Falcons' defense has held Jaxon Smith-Njigba to only 19 receiving yards, and Sam Darnold to 4-of-9 passing for 30 total yards and a beautiful interception by cornerback Mike Hughes off a tip drill forced by great coverage by A.J. Terrell."
The Atlanta Falcons were eliminated from playoff contention after a 37-9 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, with Seattle outscoring Atlanta 31-3 in the second half. The Falcons produced a lackluster performance and low attendance at Mercedes-Benz Stadium ahead of a short week against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Individual positives included James Pearce Jr.'s ongoing rookie sack streak, strong coverage by A.J. Terrell, and an interception by Mike Hughes. Bijan Robinson continued to provide offensive production despite overall team struggles. The Pearce Jr. streak also provides context for the Falcons' roster decisions involving a future first-round pick.
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