"This is a big one. Like last year when the Falcons faced the Eagles and Chiefs, or 2023 when they drew the buzzsaw Lions, Atlanta's facing one of the very best teams in the NFL. This happens to be a team they see once every four years, and since the turn of the decade, the Buffalo Bills have the second-best record in the NFL, barely behind the Chiefs."
"The Falcons being off for a week and the favorable field position opposing offenses are starting with has helped them rank #1 in yardage, but it's nonetheless hugely impressive. It also matches their DVOA ranking. These are two quality pass defenses facing off against two big-armed quarterbacks. Atlanta has a clear advantage on the ground, but I also worry that we haven't seen the Falcons run defense tested the way Josh Allen and James Cook have been straining defenses all year long."
"The nucleus is still here. Josh Allen is still the quarterback. The front office and coaching staff are still led by Brandon Beane and Sean McDermott, respectively. But otherwise the offense is just left tackle Dion Dawkins, fullback Reggie Gilliam, and a bunch of new faces; the defense is defensive lineman Ed Oliver, linebacker Matt Milano, and nickel back Taron Johnson, and a bunch of new faces."
Atlanta faces one of the NFL's best teams in Buffalo, a franchise with the second-best record since 2020 behind Kansas City. Many expect a Falcons loss, making a Week 6 upset momentous. Atlanta ranks first in yardage, aided by off weeks and favorable starting field position, matching its DVOA. Both teams have strong pass defenses and powerful quarterbacks, while Atlanta holds an advantage in rushing. The Falcons' run defense remains untested against elite rushing by Josh Allen and James Cook. Buffalo retains its core leadership of Josh Allen, GM Brandon Beane, and coach Sean McDermott, but features many new offensive and defensive pieces.
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