NW Atlanta News

The Atlanta Falcons, following their overtime victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, are gearing up for a matchup with the Carolina Panthers. Currently leading the NFC South with a 3-2 record, the team is focused on maintaining momentum in their upcoming divisional game.

In this week's edition of "The Mailbox," Will McFadden addresses fans' questions about the team's performance and strategy. Jakob B. from Hove, UK expressed both frustration and excitement over the Falcons' recent games, questioning how to maintain consistency across offense and defense. McFadden acknowledged that achieving complementary football consistently is challenging but crucial for success.

Emanuel W. from Kathleen, Ga., asked about the potential use of a hurry-up offense led by Kirk Cousins. McFadden noted that while no-huddle plays have been effective for Atlanta, they must be used strategically as they aren't sustainable throughout an entire game.

Will S. from Summerville, Ga., shared his dissatisfaction with NFL overtime rules, suggesting both teams should get possession in overtime. McFadden agreed, noting optimism for future rule changes based on recent postseason adjustments.

Camereon W. from Snellville, Ga., praised Coach Raheem Morris's influence on the team after Thursday's win. McFadden emphasized Morris's empowering leadership style and its positive impact on player performance.

Fans can continue submitting questions for future editions of "The Mailbox," which will resume its regular schedule next week with Tori McElhaney returning to answer questions on Tuesdays.