Falcons Defense Totals Two Sacks In Week 17
2 years agoThe Atlanta Falcons defense had two sacks in the team's 20-19 Week 17 win over the Arizona Cardinals. The Falcons also had a blocked punt in the second quarter, setting up a five-yard rushing touchdown by Cordarrelle Patterson right before halftime. However, that was the extent of the Atlanta defense in Week 17. The Falcons surrendered 13.6 fantasy points to David Blough, who was making his first start of the year. Furthermore, they gave up 222 passing yards despite the Cardinals missing DeAndre Hopkins and Zach Ertz for this game. Next week they face the NFC South division winners in a meaningless Week 18 matchup for both teams. Even if the Tampa Bay Buccaneers give Tom Brady the week off, the Falcons defense will likely still struggle.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN