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Falcons playoff picture: Scenarios, chances for Atlanta to win NFC South division
The Falcons were left for dead and are now alive again in the NFC playoff picture. Here's how they can make the postseason.
NFL playoff picture: What does Falcons-Commanders mean for NFC standings?
Washington’s thrilling overtime win over Atlanta locked up a playoff spot for the Commanders. Despite the loss, the Falcons are still alive in the NFC South title race. However, they no longer control their own destiny.
Commanders' festive jab at Falcons tops NFL Week 17 trolls
Facing a four-point deficit, Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray threw a costly interception on the goal line, clinching the Rams' victory. Los Angeles running back Kyren Williams scored the lone touchdown of the game -- a 1-yard rush in the first quarter.
Falcons vs. Commanders predictions and best bets for NFL Week 17 Sunday Night Football
Washington’s fourth-ranked pass defense will present a stiff test for Penix, who passed for 202 yards and no TDs against the lowly Giants last week. Meanwhile, Daniels is coming off a stellar performance in a rousing three-point win over Philadelphia, passing for five TDs. He also ranks second among NFL QBs in rushing yards with 737.
NFL Week 17 top storylines: NFC North race, Falcons-Commanders and playoff spots up for grabs
Vikings-Packers, followed by Atlanta at Washington on "Sunday Night Football," are key games in the regular season's penultimate week.
Commanders get by Falcons in OT for long-awaited playoff berth
Jayden Daniels hit Zach Ertz for a 2-yard touchdown with 2:42 left in overtime as the Washington Commanders beat the Atlanta Falcons 30-24 on Sunday night in Landover, Md., to secure their first playoff berth since the 2020 season.
Falcons playoff hopes now hinge on the Saints
Just a short time ago, the Falcons were traveling to New Orleans with a 6-3 record. The Saints had just fired Dennis Allen and were reeling. Atlanta was in the driver’s seat of the NFC South, looking prime to capture their first division title since 2016.
Falcons playoff picture: Atlanta's updated chances to make 2024 NFL playoffs after Week 17 loss vs. Commanders
Everything that could go wrong for the Falcons in Week 17 did. Now, they no longer control their destiny for the postseason. Atlanta entered this weekend in the driver's seat for the NFC South, but following the results from Sunday's slate,
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What Dan Quinn Told Raheem Morris After Falcons' Crushing Loss to Commanders
Atlanta sacked Daniels five times, and Morris thinks that number could've been higher by two or three more. But regardless, after the Falcons largely bottled up Daniels in the first 30 minutes, ...
‘A different feeling’ in Atlanta as the Falcons look to end their playoff drought
The Falcons will clinch the NFC South if they win their final two games. If things break right, it could happen Sunday night.
NFL DFS, Falcons vs. Commanders: DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy football picks for Sunday Night Football
DFS millionaire Mike McClure shares his top daily Fantasy football picks for Washington Commanders vs. Atlanta Falcons on SNF ...
Falcons 2025 Schedule, Opponent List Growing Clear
If the Atlanta Falcons finish second in the NFC South, they'll face Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders again on their 2025 schedule.
Why Falcons loss to Commanders proved they made right call to bench Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr.
Even in their loss to the Commanders, the Falcons look to have made the right call between Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr.
Commanders vs. Falcons where to watch: TV channel, kickoff time, NFL live stream, odds, prediction for 'SNF'
Two NFC contenders looking to clinch their respective divisions face off on Sunday night, as the Washington Commanders host ...
Atlanta Falcons' Drake London Reaches 1,000 Receiving Yards, First Time In NFL Career
London had 1,084 yards his junior season at USC back in 2021. London broke the 1,000 yard mark vs. the Washington Commanders ...