Unlike most modern offenses, Atlanta will lean into its running game when it hosts the Washington Commanders on Sunday.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder will be looking to get the ball to rookie running back Bijan Robinson during Sunday's game against the Washington Commanders. The Atlanta Falcons don’t play offense like the rest of the NFL. Coach Arthur Smith’s scheme is run-first and built around three talented backs.
Last week, in a dramatic comeback against Houston, second-year quarterback Desmond Ridder played his best game as a pro. But it’s clear heading into Sunday’s game against the Washington Commanders that the Falcons will continue feeding running backs Bijan Robinson, Tyler Allgeier and Cordarrelle Patterson .
Instead, Atlanta plays most of its snaps in “12” personnel or “21” . The offense isn’t consistent, but when it gets the ball to its playmakers, the playmakers can generate explosive plays. Washington’s goal is to prevent the past from repeating itself: Philadelphia and Chicago had five sacks apiece on quarterback Sam Howell.
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