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Atlanta Falcons vs. New England Patriots: To-Do Super Bowl Checklist

By Eric Robinson

Jan 1, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) reacts with wide receiver Julio Jones (11) and quarterback Matt Ryan (2) after catching a touchdown pass against the New Orleans Saints during the first half at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) reacts with wide receiver Julio Jones (11) and quarterback Matt Ryan (2) after catching a touchdown pass against the New Orleans Saints during the first half at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 22, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons defensive end Dwight Freeney (93) looks on during the third quarter against the Green Bay Packers in the 2017 NFC Championship Game at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 22, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons defensive end Dwight Freeney (93) looks on during the third quarter against the Green Bay Packers in the 2017 NFC Championship Game at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Throw Everything At Brady 

“He must go down and he must go down hard” – late, great Al Davis

There has been talk that the Falcons will not blitz Brady as often with hopes of getting pressure with their front four.

Regardless how Brady is attacked, it’s a MUST that Brady is flustered, pressured, agitated, aggravated, pestered, irritated, bothered, annoyed, and so on.

One thing in the favor of the Falcons this postseason is that they have generated consistent pressure against Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers. Two quarterbacks who have the ability to gash defenses with their mobility. Something Tom Brady is not actually known for.

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On top of that, Brady had a 49.9 completion percentage during the regular season when pressured.

Having a veteran like Dwight Freeney in the locker room can pay benefits for games such as this. Someone who has played Brady more than enough and have gotten the better of Brady at times. Also, having the league leading sack artist in Vic Beasley Jr. can pay dividends.

I’m sure we all remember how Von Miller dictated Super Bowl 50 last season.

The Falcons incorporated several corner blitzes as well as the occasional linebacker blitz against Green Bay. While they did not result in sacks, the point was driven home. The pressure on Rodgers made him uncomfortable and essentially, out of his game.

Atlanta must get to Brady, early and often.

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