The Falcons ran into an offensive buzzsaw in the form of the Bengals on Sunday, and that insult was coupled with yet more injuries to the secondary. Surrenduring 537 yards of offense, Atlanta was overwhelmed by Cincy’s passing attack — a potent one to handle even with a defense at full strength. Missing both starting cornerbacks? Not a chance.
Read on for Hat tips & head-scratchers from Week 7’s loss against the Bengals.
Hat tips
Allgeier’s afternoon
In the absence of Cordarrelle Patterson, Tyler Allgeier has opened some eyes. Combining power and vision with some unexpected shiftiness, Allgeier showed why he will be an important cog on offense — regardless of Patterson’s status.