The Atlanta Falcons return from their bye week with a golden opportunity to make a statement on Monday Night Football. Hosting the Buffalo Bills at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the 2-2 Falcons face a 4-1 Bills team that's coming off their first loss of the season — a stunning 23-20 defeat to the New England Patriots. While Buffalo enters as 4.5-point favorites, this primetime matchup presents the perfect stage for Atlanta to showcase why they shouldn't be overlooked in the competitive NFC South.
The Bills have shown vulnerability in recent weeks, with their run defense ranking among the league's worst and their secondary struggling to maintain consistency. Meanwhile, the Falcons are getting healthier at the right time, with cornerback A.J. Terrell expected to return after missing two games