Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta led every reviewed opponent in rushing yards but trailed in net passing yards. Against Green Bay, the 225-yard rushing margin outweighed the passing deficit, producing a 170-yard total-yardage advantage.

Against Pittsburgh, two holding penalties erased gains and left second-and-19. Against Green Bay, holding and a subsequent loss set up third-and-23, leaving a 16-yard catch short of the first down.

Opponent penalties renewed Atlanta's downs before touchdowns against New Orleans and Green Bay. The penalties extended those opportunities without explaining the subsequent scores.

Atlanta outgained its opponent on the ground in all four reviewed games, including 242–17 against Green Bay and 205–50 against New Orleans.

After recovering fumbles against New Orleans and Pittsburgh, Atlanta scored touchdowns on the ensuing possessions. The New Orleans possession was renewed by a fourth-down penalty.

Each reviewed opponent recorded more net passing yards than Atlanta. New Orleans held a 270–215 edge, while Carolina's advantage was 143 yards.

Holding erased gains against Pittsburgh. The Pittsburgh penalties each produced second-and-19; against Green Bay, holding and a subsequent loss led to third-and-23.

Atlanta recorded five turnovers against Carolina: three interceptions thrown and two fumbles lost. Carolina recorded none.