The Atlanta Falcons are changing their culture slowly but surely, right in front of us. Over the past few years, a team like the 49ers would have had their way with this team — we watched it happen in Week 15 last season, when the Falcons pretty much had their playoff hopes crushed in Santa Clara. This week, we watched a role reversal as the Birds did everything they wanted to.
The offense moved the ball efficiently, and pushed the Niners around in the trenches. The defense shut San Fran down to the tune of only 14 points, while scoring a touchdown themselves.