Takeaways: Seattle starts big and holds on, Arthur Blank talks current state of team, more

Oct 27, 2019 at 04:23 PM

Kasey Richardson

AtlantaFalcons.com

The Falcons are now 1-7 for the season, following a 27-20 loss to the Seattle Seahawks (6-2) on Sunday.

Julio Jones was Atlanta's key standout as the receiver caught 10 passes for 152 yards. This is Jones' fourth game of the season finishing with over 100 yards receiving in a game. Falcons' backup quarterback Matt Schaub got the start as Matt Ryan was ruled out on Sunday due to an ankle injury, which occurred in last weeks game against the Los Angeles Rams. Schaub led Atlanta's offense finishing with 39 of his 52 passes completed for 460 yards, a touchdown and a pick thrown. The Falcons recorded 512 yards of total offense against the Seahawks. Seattle's offense was effective in the run game as the Seahawks generated 151 yards rushing and came away with 322 yards of total offense. Seahawks' running back Chris Carson led Seattle on the ground with 20 carries for 90 yards. Quarterback Russell Wilson finished the outing completing 14 out of 20 passes for 182 yards and two touchdowns thrown. Wide receiver Tyler Lockett reeled in six catches for 100 yards.

Atlanta's defense struggled in the first half, granting the Seahawks three touchdown scores in the second quarter. After halftime, the Falcons' defense stood up and held Seattle's offense to a 54-yard field goal in the fourth quarter. The Falcons have now dropped six straight games dating back to their first win against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 2. Here are the key takeaways from Sunday's game against Seattle:

Arthur Blank on Falcons: 'I'm extraordinarily disappointed'

Falcons' owner Arthur Blank addressed the media to discuss Atlanta's six game skid and the struggles that are occurring with the team. In the press conference following a loss to the Seahawks, Blank said that he is "extraordinarily disappointed" to the 1-7 start and plans to make evaluations during the bye and upcoming weeks. Blank also stated in the conference, "Whatever decision we have to make will be made for the right reasons for the long term."

For more coverage on Arthur Blanks' quotes on the state of the team following the loss, click here.

Tabeek: Three good and not-so-good things from Seahawks loss

In four of the eight games played this season, the Falcons were trailing down 17 points or more before halftime. Atlanta made a second half effort to make it a close game, but the first half deficit of 24-0 was simply too much to overcome. Some of the Falcons main struggles are due to special team miscues, too many turnovers and busted coverage in the secondary which showed against Seattle.

Though Atlanta loss the game, there were some positives to takeaway with Matt Schaub's big game as backup quarterback, the offensive line's protection and Austin Hooper's solid play for consecutive games. With the team heading into the bye week, there are still many questions raising on the current state of the team and what changes could possibly be made. To read Matthew Tabeek's column on Sunday's loss to Seattle and the Falcons' season, click here.

Dan Quinn on loss: 'Turnovers played a huge role'

Falcons' head coach Dan Quinn addressed the media following the loss to the Seahawks. The Falcons finished minus-three in the turnover margin and each turnover was critical for Atlanta on Sunday. In the press conference, Quinn said, ""You can't lose the turnover battle zero to three and expect to come out ahead." He added, "That was a huge part of this. When you turn it over at the 1-yard line and you don't have the chance to keep answering especially when you're in a hole, you have zero margin for any error." The Falcons are now leading into the bye week and are still searching to get certain issues fixed with the extra week of preparation. For more on Dan Quinn's press conference and his quotes following the game, click here.

Other notable performances:

Wide receiver Calvin Ridley had a few big time catches in the game. Ridley ended the game with four catches for 70 yards and connected with Schaub on Atlanta's two-point conversion in the third quarter.
Defensive tackle Grady Jarrett led the defense in tackles as he racked up eight tackles and was credited for the sack at the 9:08-mark of the third quarter.
Tight end Austin Hooper came away with a solid game, finishing with six catches for 65 yards and a touchdown scored in the fourth quarter.
Running back Devonta Freeman finished the game with eight catches for 63 yards.
Running back Brian Hill scored the Falcons' first touchdown for the day on a 23-yard run late in the in the third quarter. Hill totaled 3 carries for 39 yards.
Linebacker De'Vondre Campbell was the second leader in tackles with seven recorded.

For those who want further analysis of Sunday's game between the Falcons and Seahawks, check out an archive of our live blog below.

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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman #24 stands with Honorary Captain Luke Gillam during the National Anthem before the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adler Garfield/Atlanta Falcons)

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My Cause My Cleats is shown on the field goal post before the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Robby Illanes/Atlanta Falcons)

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A detailed view of the cleats worn by Atlanta Falcons defensive back Kendall Sheffield #20 before the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 warms upbefore the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant #21 stretches before the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Falcons Legend Roddy White poses for a photo with Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur M Blank and Atlanta Falcons President Rich McKay before the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Josh Sowemimo)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 inside the tunnel before taking the field against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adler Garfield/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 takes the field before the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adler Garfield/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 is introduced before the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Fred Daniels/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman #24 carries the ball during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adler Garfield/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 throws the ball during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adler Garfield/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo #7 kicks a field goal during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Hunter Cone/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons defensive back Kemal Ishmael #36, wide receiver Christian Blake #13, wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus #17, running back Keith Smith #40, and running back Qadree Ollison #30 react after a play during the first quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman #24 carries the ball during the first quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett #97 tackle Carolina Panthers wide receiver Curtis Samuel #10 during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Hunter Cone/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Hill #23 in action during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Hunter Cone/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 and defensive back Kendall Sheffield #20 make a tackle against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Hill #23 dives with the ball during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons players huddle during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Robby Illanes/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 catches the ball during the second quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 makes a reception during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Keith Smith #40 celebrates with. Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 after making a catch against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 catches the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 scores a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers during the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers during the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takk McKinley #98 makes a tackle against the Carolina Panthers during the during the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 celebrates after receiving the ball against the Carolina Panthers during the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Robby Illanes/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 in action during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman #24 carries the ball during the first half of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 throws the ball during the first quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 gives a thumbs up during the first quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Kenjon Barner #38 reacts after a play during the first quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Tyeler Davison #96 celebrates after recovering a fumble after Atlanta Falcons defensive end Vic Beasley, Jr. #44 sacks Carolina Panthers quarterback Kyle Allen #7 during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Tyeler Davison #96 celebrates with. defensive end Takk McKinley #98 after recovering a fumble after Atlanta Falcons defensive end Vic Beasley, Jr. #44 sacks Carolina Panthers quarterback Kyle Allen #7 during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman #24 carries the ball for a touchdown during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons celebrate after. Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman #24 scores a touchdown during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman #24 gives the ball to a fan after scoring a touchdown during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman #24 runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during the third quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus #17 receives a 93-yard touchdown pass during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Hunter Cone/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman #24 and quarterback Matt Ryan #2 react after Freeman's touchdown during the third quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman #24 carries the ball past Carolina Panthers strong safety Eric Reid #25 during the third quarter of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus #17 runs for a touchdown after receiving a 93-yard pass during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takk McKinley #98 sacks Carolina Panthers quarterback Kyle Allen #7 during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Robby Illanes/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons strong safety Damontae Kazee #27 makes an interception during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Hunter Cone/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons defensive end Vic Beasley, Jr. #44 and defensive end Adrian Clayborn #99 sack Carolina Panthers quarterback Kyle Allen #7 during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takk McKinley #98 reacts after a play during the third quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo #7 recovers a fumble during the third quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Keith Smith #40 reacts after a play during the third quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Hill #23 reacts after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo #7 kicks a field goal during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 and wide receiver Justin Hardy #14 chat during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Hill #23 in action during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo #7 is congratulated by teammates after kicking a field goal during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn hugs Carolina Panthers head coach Perry Fewell after the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons running back Kenjon Barner #38 interacts with fans after the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn waves to fans after the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adler Garfield/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Justin Hardy #14 and Carolina Panthers running back Jordan Scarlett #20 sign their jerseys after the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus #17 and free safety Ricardo Allen #37 walk off the field after the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adler Garfield/Atlanta Falcons)

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 hugs Carolina Panthers quarterback Kyle Allen #7 after the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday December 8, 2019. (Photo by Adler Garfield/Atlanta Falcons)

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