4 Atlanta Falcons that must find a way to step up in week two
By Nick Halden
The Atlanta Falcons are headed to Los Angeles to take on a Rams team that is going to be equally desperate for their first win of the season. Both teams suffered awful losses with Atlanta collapsing to the Saints and the Rams being blown out by the Bills.
Los Angeles has the decided advantage in this game when you consider the depth they have on defense and the stars on the roster. The only possible advantage for the Falcons in this game is their playmakers and their defensive line.
If the Rams block at the same level as they did last week against the Bills Atlanta is going to have a chance to hang in this game late. There are also Stafford’s health concerns to note as he was expected to be fully healthy after elbow issues during camp, however, three turnovers and a terrible game did little to quiet doubts about Stafford’s health.
It is possible Stafford isn’t fully healthy and continues to struggle against Atlanta in week two. Just as it is possible it was simply a rusty game one and Stafford and Kupp are gearing up to pick apart the Atlanta secondary. With this in mind, let’s take a look at four Falcons who must find a way to step up in week two.