4 Games fans will be locked in before Atlanta Falcons schedule is released

Arthur Smith’s return to town makes this a must-win game for the Atlanta Falcons that you simply cannot lose to an Arthur Smith-led offense. The head coach is not popular among Atlanta Falcons fans and is a large part of the reason why things have gone the way they have over the last two seasons, the playoffs being within their reach.

Atlanta’s biggest concern for this game will be Kaleb McGary’s pass protecting Kirk Cousins ​​against TJ Watt. The Falcons are going to have to get rid of the ball quickly or send consistent help wherever Watt lines up or he has the ability to destroy this game.

On the other hand, nothing about this offense should scare Atlanta’s defense. You have a great receiver in Pickens, but if Smith is true to form he will be used primarily as a blocker. Russell Wilson or Justin Fields will start a Pittsburgh offense driven by Tomlin and defense each of the last two years. It’s hard to see that changing with limited weapons and an Arthur Smith system that will turn back the clock. This is a game Atlanta cannot afford to lose.