3 up, 3 down: Falcons offense takes a big step

The Atlanta Falcons bounce back with a high blood pressure finish against the Philadelphia Eagles.

The offense gets back on track after two key components took the necessary strides during the week leading up to the game. A free agent acquisition shows how being smart with your money pays off, and a pair of second-round defenders have a rough outing. It’s our weekly stock report.

Three Up

Kirk Cousins

After a shaky week one, the Falcons new quarterback showed us exactly why he got the contract he did on the final drive. Cousins had a Matt Ryan-esque finish, operating the two-minute offense to perfection and giving the dirty birds the lead. Cousins’ right leg looked healthy. The quarterback…