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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Three Under-the-Radar Fantasy Football Picks

By Ryan Jackson

Sep 11, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) throws the ball as tackle Demar Dotson (69) blocks Atlanta Falcons linebacker Vic Beasley (44) in the first quarter at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) throws the ball as tackle Demar Dotson (69) blocks Atlanta Falcons linebacker Vic Beasley (44) in the first quarter at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 30, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Trevor Davis (11) tackled hard by Atlanta Falcons strong safety Kemal Ishmael (36) on a punt return during the second half at the Georgia Dome. The Falcons defeated the Packers 33-32. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
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3. Falcons Defense & Special Teams

The Falcons’ defense allowed too many points to a Packers offense that wasn’t at full strength. Even without Randall Cobb, Eddie Lacy, and James Starks, Green Bay scored 32 points and almost won the game in the closing minutes. The defense did play decently well, and they will have an easier time against the Buccaneers and young quarterback Jameis Winston.

Still without Doug Martin, and also missing Jacquizz Rodgers, the Bucs will be relying mainly on their passing attack, which just has two receivers. Tampa Bay also features a weaker offensive line compared to Green Bay, so expect Vic Beasley and co. to go to work in the trenches for your fantasy football team Thursday night.

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