Here are three questions with Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan on the Buccaneers:
On how the Falcons will try to put last week behind them and move forward against Tampa Bay: "We have to. Obviously, we didn't play the way that we're capable of, and that's disappointing. But there's a long way to go, and we've got to win some games, but you can't win more than one a week. Our focus has to be on just taking care of business this week and trying to find a way to win and playing our best football Sunday and trusting that our process and everything took care of that."
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On how difficult it is preparing for Tampa Bay: "I think from a personnel standpoint they've obviously have had some injuries and have had some different guys playing. From a scheme standpoint, they've been a little bit different from week to week. But their defense is built on certain principles, so we'll be ready for those things and then have to adjust."
On how does free-agent signee Jason Pierre-Paul look: "Fits in well with their front-four. High-level pass rusher, very physical, good speed. Fits nicely with their scheme, too. Thought he's done a nice job for them so far."
About the Buccaneers
» The Falcons face a well-rested Tampa Bay squad that's coming off its bye week.
» After winning two games, the Bucs lost games to the Steelers (30-27) on Sept. 24 and were routed by the Bears on Sept. 30.
» With Ryan Fitzpatrick playing at a high level, the Bucs opened the season with stunning victories over New Orleans (48-40) on Sept. 9 and Philadelphia (27-21) on Sept. 16.
» It will be the 50th meeting between the teams. The Falcons lead the series 25-24 and have won the past three meetings.
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