This is where things get tough for the Falcons, where they can make their mark on national TV against the AFC-powerhouse Buffalo Bills — or they can fall back into anonymity in the NFC race.
The Falcons (2-2) are trying to claw their way back to the playoffs, and a win Monday would go a long way in showing that they’re for real. The Bills lost to the Patriots on Sunday night and are looking to avoid a losing streak, while the Falcons are looking to win consecutive home games for the first time in more than a calendar year.
Bills at Falcons
Kickoff: Monday, 7:15 p.m., Mercedes-Benz Stadium
TV: ESPN
Records: Bills 4-1, Falcons 2-2
Line: Bills -4.5
Outlook: The Falcons are coming off their most impressive win of the season, a 34-27 victory over the Washington Commanders in Week 4. Running back Bijan Robinson has been productive in each game and quarterback Michael Penix Jr. diversified the offense with his downfield passing to Drake London and Kyle Pitts.
It's countdown time for the Falcons' biggest marquee matchup of the season so far. The Buffalo Bills are coming to town, with their Bills Mafia fan base in tow.
The Monday Night Football spotlight will be another opportunity for the Falcons to show that they've turned things around and they are a contender in the NFC.
Monday night could provide some traffic challenges, as the Hawks have their preseason opener at State Farm Arena beginning at 6 p.m., just before the Falcons kick off at 7:15.
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