The Falcons don’t even play this weekend, but as is the case with most bye weeks, what other teams in the division do could wind up having an impact on the Falcons. Could Atlanta climb up in the divisional standings even though they don’t have a game?
Short answer? Yes. Longer answer? Only one spot, though they could edge closer to the Panthers and Saints if things break another way than they did last weekend. Before we tackle our preview of NFC South games tomorrow, here’s what it would take for the Falcons to move up.