Falcons’ key to victory in Week 9 is slowing down Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins

The Atlanta Falcons' struggling secondary has its work cut out for them against the Bengals elite WRs.

By Garrett Klaus · Blogging Dirty

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 7:00 PM

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Garrett Klaus writes that Atlanta's primary key to beating Cincinnati in Week 9 is containing receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.
Chase and Higgins combined for 21 catches, 296 receiving yards, and two touchdowns in Cincinnati's Week 8 victory over Tennessee.
The Falcons' defense faces additional challenges after defensive end Samson Ebukam was placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury.

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Garrett Klaus writes that the Atlanta Falcons' primary key to victory in their Week 9 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals in Madrid is limiting wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Facing an elite Cincinnati passing offense, Atlanta's secondary enters the contest looking to overcome season-long passing defense issues to stay in the NFC playoff picture.

Klaus argues that Atlanta must prevent explosive plays from the duo, though injuries present significant obstacles. Defensive end Samson Ebukam is sidelined on injured reserve, while cornerbacks A.J. Terrell and C.J. Henderson are expected to face major coverage challenges against Cincinnati's primary offensive targets.

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