The Falcons picked up their biggest win since 2017 on Monday night with a convincing 24-14 victory over the Buffalo Bills, led by their defense.
Atlanta entered the game as the only defense in the NFL that hadn’t allowed 300 yards in a contest, having faced offenses led by McCarthy, Bryce Young, and Marcus Mariota.
Monday night’s opponent, the Buffalo Bills with Josh Allen, the reigning NFL MVP, represented the ultimate litmus test, having recorded 300 or more yards in all five of their previous games.
The Falcons' defense proved itself, shutting down the Bills' high-powered offense.
The Bills came into the Week 6 matchup having recorded 300 or more yards in all five of their previous games.Author's summary: Falcons win big.