Week 7 NFL Power Rankings

Peyton Manning

20. Atlanta Falcons (Last week: 18)

The Falcons are beginning to resemble the team we expected them to be before the season. The defense is a non-factor, and if they can’t outscore their opponents in a shootout then they stand no chance.

What to know: The Georgia Dome offers Matt Ryan a distinct home-field advantage. Ryan had completed 15-of-19 passes for 363 yards and a touchdown on deep throws in the first two home games, when the Falcons went 2-0. This week, Ryan was 4-of-11 for 90 yards and a pick on deep throws Sunday, coinciding with the loss.

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