Falcons vs. Dolphins: Key matchups and five things to know

Let’s dive into some of the key matchups for the Falcons’ first preseason game.

FLOWERY BRANCH -- While it’s exciting to see NFL teams going head-to-head once again, preseason games are much more about internal evaluations than external competition.

When the Falcons play the Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on Thursday at 7 p.m. ET, there will be some immediate takeaways in the aftermath, but this game is just one small step in the preparation process for the regular season.

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