Desmond Ridder and the Atlanta Falcons will try to enjoy success through the air for the second straight week when they face a Washington Commanders team looking to end a three-game losing streak.
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson scores a touchdown in the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans in Atlanta, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023. Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. gestures to fans as he leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, in Denver. Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell speaking to members of the media after an NFL football game, Friday, Oct. 6, 2023, in Landover, Md.
FALCONS PLAYER TO WATCH: Rookie RB Bijan Robinson ran for only 46 yards last week against Houston but still made an impact with a 6-yard scoring catch, pulling the ball in with his left hand against his hip before scoring. Robinson’s 3.3 yards per carry matched his season low in a week that the Falcons enjoyed more success through the air, but the rookie could have more success on the ground against Washington’s 24th-ranked run defense.
KEY INJURIES: The Commanders will be without starting safety Darrick Forrest and All-Pro special teams player Jeremy Reaves after putting them on injured reserve. ... Falcons RT Kaleb McGary left last week’s game with a left knee injury and had limited participation in Wednesday’s practice. TE Jonnu Smith and OLB Bud Dupree also were limited.
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