Three stats that suggest the Falcons will beat the Packers

Michael Penix Jr. is set to make his season debut for the Atlanta Falcons against the Green Bay Packers following two weeks with third-string quarterback Cooper Rush starting. Despite missing the playoffs in the previous two years, Atlanta has compiled a 7-3 record in primetime matchups across the last two seasons, including going 4-1 in national broadcasts a year ago.

The Packers enter the contest struggling offensively, ranking last in the NFL in rushing yards per game and pass block win rate at 18%. Meanwhile, Atlanta's defensive front leads the league with 23 pressures, bolstered by interior additions Maason Smith and Gervon Dexter Sr. Green Bay also enters on a short week following an overtime road victory against the New York Jets.