"It's hard to look ahead with anything but a tinge of dread. That kind of loss knocks a team for a loop, and their fanbase takes that particularly stomach-churning roller coaster ride with them. The Falcons aren't getting an easy team to try to rebound against-Carolina was supposed to be their straightforward game before a gauntlet of contenders-even if injuries are hitting Dan Quinn's team hard."
"The Falcons have their best defense in years through three games, but the Commanders will provide a stiff challenge even with Terry McLaurin likely to miss this one and Jayden Daniels quite possibly absent, as well. That's because they have a tough-to-contain scrambling quarterback in Marcus Mariota and a three-headed backfield with multiple home run threats, plus the always dangerous Deebo Samuel. Washington has been careful with the football and quite good at running, and that will be enough to test this defense."
"The Commanders defense has a quality pass rush and a solid run defense, but they've struggled to get turnovers thus far and don't have a terrific secondary, especially now that they're down another starter in Will Harris. A heavy dose of Bijan is warranted in this one, but it's not the worst week for the passing game to get back on track, if such a thing is possible."
Falcons enter the matchup reeling from a demoralizing loss and face a difficult rebound against the Washington Commanders. Atlanta's defense has been its best in years through three games, but Washington will challenge it even if Terry McLaurin likely misses and Jayden Daniels possibly sits. Marcus Mariota's mobility and a three-headed backfield with multiple home-run threats combine with Deebo Samuel's playmaking to pressure linebackers and defensive backs. Washington has limited turnovers and runs the ball effectively. Commanders defense features a strong pass rush and solid run defense yet a vulnerable secondary and turnover shortfall. Depth additions include Will Harris, Javon Kinlaw, Eddie Goldman, and Jacob Martin.
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