NFL Winners and Losers: The Falcons suck so bad
SB Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- The Atlanta Falcons suffered a devastating 34-3 loss to the Carolina Panthers in Week 2, exposing deep issues beyond just quarterback play, including poor strategic planning and preparation under coach Kevin Stefanski.
- The Falcons' offense is historically bad, with a -54.58 EPA through two games, projecting to be worse than the 2023 New York Jets, and struggles in both passing and rushing attacks are hindering star running back Bijan Robinson.
- Bryce Young of the Carolina Panthers is emerging as one of the NFL's top quarterbacks this season, showing improved decision-making and impressive stats through two games, including 6 touchdowns and only 1 interception.
- The Los Angeles Chargers are struggling badly at 0-2, with quarterback Justin Herbert regressing and the team's current schedule offering few winnable games, raising questions about the team's future direction.
- The New Orleans Saints are quietly one of the NFL's best teams, showing strong second-half adjustments and resilience in close games, while Aaron Rodgers is underperforming with the Pittsburgh Steelers, damaging his legacy and the team's playoff hopes.
