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Atlanta Falcons vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Week Nine To-Do Checklist

By Eric Robinson

Sep 11, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) catches a touchdown pass over Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Brent Grimes (24) running back Charles Sims (34) during the first half at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) catches a touchdown pass over Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Brent Grimes (24) running back Charles Sims (34) during the first half at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 6, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) throws the ball works out prior to the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 6, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) throws the ball works out prior to the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Fast Start 

An offense that is known for scoring points left and right, the Falcons had a rough first half in week one against Tampa. That sluggish first half opened the floodgates for Tampa to gain momentum, make a few plays, and before you knew it, the Falcons were 0-1 to start the season.

A fast start by the Falcons needs to be implemented for a couple of reasons. One, this matchup is on a short week in which the Falcons will be four days removed from their contest against the Packers. It is common that teams are a little sluggish in these type of games with only a handful of games to instill rest and proper practice time. The second reason for a fast start is to prevent what occurred during week one. A young Buccaneers team with an optimistic quarterback in Jameis Winston are capable of taking advantage of dull play by the Falcons.

This is a key game for the Falcons with the team holding a two-game lead in the division as of now  over Tampa Bay. So having offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan, quarterback Matt Ryan, and the rest of the Falcons offense finish drives with points are imperative in just about every game. However, the circumstances surrounding this contest has increased the importance of this important factor.

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