The Falcons weren’t healthy coming into this game and were even less healthy coming out of it, and yet they beat the 49ers. To understand why, it helps to know how the Falcons managed their snaps in this one, and how much mileage they got out of key starters along the offensive line, in their receiving corps, and on defense.
So let’s get to it.
Offense
Chris Lindstrom: 67
The Falcons put a starting offensive line on the field that played the entire game together and consisted of both of their first round picks, their highly-paid center and left tackle, and Wes Schweitzer.