The Falcons have an edge in most statistical categories in Sunday’s matchup against the Buccaneers. While the Buccaneers have a dreadful defense, they can pass the ball. Of course, they can’t stop the pass either. That will be something to watch in the NFC South contest.
The Falcons (6-4) and Buccaneers (4-6) are each on a two-game win streak. The Buccaneers run has come with Ryan Fitzpatrick at quarterback after Jameis Winston suffered a shoulder injury and he will again be absent this week.
Here’s a look at how the teams stack up in NFL rankings:
Falcons Statistic Buccaneers
No. 10 (359.1) Total offense No. 13 (342.8)
No. 13 (245.4) Pass offense No. 4 (263.0)
No. 14 (113.7) Rush offense No. 30 (79.8)
No. 13 (23.1) Points scored No. 22 (20.3)
No. 10 (316.7) Total defense No. 29 (383.5)
No. 7 (200.8) Pass defense No. 31 (276.3)
No. 22 (115.9) Run defense No. 13 (107.2)
No. 13 (21.0) Points allowed No. 17 (22.8)
No. 21 (minus-2) Turnover margin No. 9 (plus-5)
