The Falcons haven’t made things easy for themselves this season, but they now sit alone in the division lead after a 13-8 victory against the New York Jets. A steady downpour at MetLife Stadium undoubtedly contributed to the lower point total, and the defense was lights out against a bad Jets offense, so this is a win that should be celebrated.
As always, questions remain. The offense was held under 200 yards and special teams continues to be a problem spot for the Falcons, but it’s far better to address those problems after a win, especially when a team is in the mix for a playoff spot.