ESPN’s Dan Graziano argued that fans are overreacting to the perceived easy schedule for the Atlanta Falcons.
. But as I say every year, the NFL schedule is a lot more complicated than your opponent’s previous year combined winning percentage.. “The main reason for this is that the 'strength of schedule' metric we're referring to here is bogus. Basing such an assessment on last year's records ignores the repeatedly proven fact that the same teams aren't good every season.
The Falcons lost to eight non-playoff teams last season, including the Washington Commanders, Tennessee Titans, Arizona Cardinals, and Carolina Panthers. Excluding their wins against Atlanta, those teams went 12-52 in 2023. But it could still be a slow start for the Falcons. Four of the team’s first five games are against playoff opponents. The one that isn’t is the New Orleans Saints’ visit to Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Steelers fans are likely to take over Atlanta and Mercedes-Benz Stadium that weekend too. Cousins and company could be battling a hostile crowd at home in the season opener.
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