The New England Patriots are hoping to keep pace atop the AFC with a strong performance against the reigning NFC champion Atlanta Falcons. Can the Patriots take care of business, or will their defensive struggles lead to their demise?
Use this as the open thread for discussion.
Date: Sunday, October 22nd, 2017
Location: Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts
Kickoff: 8:30 PM ET
Line: Patriots -3.5
O/U: 55.0
TV: NBC
Announcers: Al Michaels and Chris Collinsworth, with Michele Tafoya on the sidelines.