IRVING, Texas – As you might expect, the matchups for this game have been greatly affected by the change in personnel on the field. The Cowboys are working with a new quarterback, and they don’t have their top receiver – which will undoubtedly change the way they matchup with Atlanta.
One of today’s two matchups is a direct result of that fact, but the other is fairly straightforward. Regardless of who’s missing on offense, I think this Cowboys pass rush is going to have a great opportunity to take advantage of the Falcons’ offensive line.
Conversely, if Brandon Weeden is going to have success – and if the Dallas rushing attack is going to have room to work – I think it falls on how well the Cowboys can make plays through the air.