If they want a shot at a Wild Card spoy, the Falcons will need to avoid turnovers in the redzone. Quarterback Matt Ryan leads the league in redzone interceptions (four), with his latest being against the Vikings in a 20-10 loss last week. But after falling to a weak Colts team 25-12 last week, the Bucs need the win just as badly.
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Here’s what you need to know in order to see for yourself.
What time is the Falcons vs. Buccaneers game?
The Falcons-Buccaneers game starts at 1:00 p.m. ET.
What channel is the Falcons vs. Buccaneers game on?
The Falcons-Buccaneers game will be aired on FOX in select markets.
Who is on the Falcons injury report?
Matt Bryant, kicker — quad — OutChris Chester, guard — shoulder — ProbableJustin Durant, linebacker — ankle — ProbableDevonta Freeman, running back — concussion — ProbableDevin Hester, wide receiver — toe — ProbableTony Moeaki, tight end — hamstring — OutBrooks Reed, linebacker — knee — ProbablePaul Soliai, nose tackle — calf — ProbableNate Stuper, linebacker — neck — ProbableEd Stinson, defensive tackle — groin — Probable
Who is on the Buccaneers injury report?
Bruce Carter, linebacker — concussion — DoubtfulGosder Cherllus, tackle — knee — QuestionableJoe Hawley, center — neck— ProbableVincent Jackson, wide receiver — knee — ProbableMike Jenkins, cornerback — quads — ProbableGeorge Johnson, defensive end — calf — OutAli Marpet, guard — ankle — ProbableGerald McCoy, defensive tackle — hand — DoubtfulAustin Seferian-Jenkins, tight end — shoulder — QuestionableJacquies Smith, defensive end — hamstring — OutLuke Stocker, tight end — back —QuestionableKeith Tandy, safety — concussion — Probable
Who will win the Falcons-Buccaneers game?
Our David Steele believes that the Falcons’ skid will continue on Sunday and predicts that the Buccaneers will pull out a close victory. Vinnie Iyer agrees, saying that the Buccaneers’ defense and quarterback Jameis Winston will earn Tampa Bay the win and cover the spread.
