As Adnan Ikic noted in his series history, the Falcons dominated the early matchups against the Vikings. It’s time for them to start doing so again, beginning with this crucial NFC showdown.
A win here by the Falcons keeps pace with the Buccaneers, or if something miraculous happens with the Raiders game, extends their lead. A loss doesn’t end the season by any means, but it would be disappointing for the Falcons and for Kirk Cousins, who is looking to triumph over his former team. It also might drop the Falcons behind the Bucs for the first time in many weeks.