Las Vegas Raiders 2020 Opponent Review: Atlanta Falcons

Las Vegas Raiders 2020 Opponent Review: Atlanta Falcons

How can the Raiders beat the Atlanta Falcons

Now this is tricky. The Falcons are one of those teams you can’t ever seem to pinpoint. They are a very dangerous team at times, but can also be very shaky. If the later half of the season is any indicator, the Falcons may be in tow for a huge improvement in 2020.

The Raiders revamped defense, especially in the linebacking department will have a tough task keeping up with Matt Ryan and his assortment of weapons. One of those being Julio Jones, who is one of, if not the best wide receiver in the sport. The secondary will have to play to their best ability to match up with the Falcons receivers, a task not many teams can accomplish.

With that being said, you should not expect the Raiders to be in a defensive tug of war with the Falcons, as points will be scored, and points will be needed to win this match up. Quarterback Derek Carr will need to find his receivers early and often, as well as getting enough touches to running back Josh Jacobs.

Scoring early and often will be key in the Raiders hoping to pull out a win in Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

We are not sure what to expect from running back Todd Gurley. A return to form is not impossible and the defensive line may need to be ready to stack the box in case he is indeed a threat. Although, the major focal point of this offense is Ryan. Maxx Crosby and his fellow linemen will have to pressure Ryan all game to have a chance to pull this one out.

There are plenty of keys here to victory, but if Derek Carr and Co. can consistently put up points on the board, the defense can pressure Ryan enough and maintain some stability in coverage, this could possibly be a win for the Raiders