The Atlanta Falcons defeat the Denver Broncos 23-16: recap and results

The Atlanta Falcons played their hearts out and ended up stealing a win against the highly-rated Denver Broncos.

Going into this game, the Atlanta Falcons had to prepare for two quarterbacks, as it was unknown whether Broncos’ QB Trevor Sieman would be able to play. However, on Saturday, it was revealed that the Denver Broncos were going to have to rely on their rookie passer, Paxton Lynch as Sieman was deemed not fit play.

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Unfortunately for the Broncos, Lynch was not ready for the surprisingly tough Atlanta defense and looked rattled for most of the game.

Late in the fourth quarter, the Broncos did attempt a furious comeback, scoring their first touchdown of the game (a Lynch passing touchdown) and two field goals. Ultimately, Denver was not able to get hot soon enough and the Falcons got the win.

X-Factors of the Game

1. Tevin Coleman

Tevin Coleman was electric. While he was not the Falcons leading rusher, he was the team’s leading receiver. Coleman caught four passes, for 132 yards, and one long touchdown. His longest play of the game was a 33-yard touchdown reception in the third quarter. Without Coleman playing superhuman, it is likely that the Falcons would not be celebrating their fourth straight win.

2. Vic Beasley Jr.

Around the league, the Falcons are regarded as having one of the more ‘weaker’ defenses. However, the impressive play of Vic Beasley should hopefully turn many people’s heads. Beasley accumulated eight tackles and three-and-a-half sacks for the Falcons. Up to now, Beasley has been a player that has underperformed in his career, but his performance against the Broncos show just how talented of a player that he can be.

Weekly Hot Take

After the Atlanta Falcons gave the Denver Broncos their first loss of the 2016 season, the Falcons now have the title of the first team to defeat the Super Bowl Champions.

Moving forward, it is evident to see that this Falcons team could be special. While the rest of the NFC South crumbles inward, it is possible that this Falcons team does not only make the playoffs, but they win their division.

In conclusion, my hot take after seeing the Falcons win is that the Falcons go 11-5, and win the NFC South. This team has all the pieces to keep this winning streak alive. They just need to execute consistently.