Atlanta Falcons Week 13 picks: Predicting each NFC South game

Nov 1, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) runs for a first down in the fourth quarter of their game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the Georgia Dome. The Buccaneers won 23-20 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

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Atlanta Falcons (6-5) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-6)

The return of Devonta Freeman is huge for the Falcons as well as Devin Hester and his return game ability. A players-only meeting this week may do the trick. An underrated offense in Tampa is in the way of Atlanta getting a key win. Look for Tampa to get Doug Martin involved early and keep things tight.

Pick: Atlanta 27, Tampa Bay 21

Carolina Panthers (11-0) at New Orleans Saints (4-7)

A hot streak a few weeks back has come to a complete halt for the Saints. Now that the No. 2 defense is coming to town, Drew Brees and the Saints are going to have to go all in. Carolina may get a slight scare early but the defense will be too much for New Orleans.

Pick: Carolina 27, New Orleans 20

Last week: 2-2
Season: 22-17