"The home versus away splits of Falcons quarterback Michael Penix have been stark this year. According to Next Gen Stats, Penix's expected points added (EPA) per dropback in home games this year ranks ninth, while he ranks 38th in away games. If the Falcons have any hopes of turning their season around to make a late-season playoff push, Penix will have to significantly improve when he gets outside the friendly confines of Mercedes-Benz Stadium."
"If Penix is going to get a significant boost to his effectiveness throwing on the road, he'll need a lot more help from wide receiver Darnell Mooney. He may get it, given Mooney's continued trend towards health this week, with two days of full practice. Mooney has battled shoulder and hamstring injuries through the early portion of the season, leading to limited participation in most practices up to this point."
The Falcons travel to New England as key players return healthy and several others face potential replacement. Michael Penix shows a stark home/away split: his EPA per dropback ranks ninth at home and 38th on the road. Penix must improve away performance during a four-game November road stretch. Wide receiver Darnell Mooney has practiced fully twice and could regain 2024 form, providing explosiveness that complements Drake London's possession receiving. Mooney is currently on pace for 474 yards. Right tackle Elijah Wilkinson's starting job appears precarious after recent struggles.
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