4 Things the Atlanta Falcons learned about Marcus Mariota in week two
By Nick Halden
2. Mariota and Drake London have great chemistry
If there is one overarching positive takeaway from both of the first two weeks of the season it is Atlanta Falcons rookie receiver Drake London. While Kyle Pitts is missing in the Atlanta offense Drake has stepped up as a playmaker and was pivotal in Atlanta’s week one lead and in their late surge against the Rams on Sunday.
London caught the first touchdown pass of his career and through the first two games of the season has 160-receiving yards and a touchdown. It is a great start for the rookie and his consistent connection with Mariota has been one of the few continual positives for Mariota through the first two weeks of the season.
When the offense has needed a big play Mariota often is looking in London’s direction and the rookie has delivered. His ability to find open space despite lacking elite speed has been impressive and give Mariota more room to get the football to his rookie receiver.
Mariota’s most consistent attacks thus far this season have been using his legs to create space or simply throwing the football to Drake London and letting the rookie attempt to create after the catch.