No. 3 Stud – Seahawks 4th down defense
Atlanta may have finished with 25 points, but the Falcons offense did not capitalize in the moments where it actually mattered. Primarily, the Falcons faced four crucial fourth-down situations which could have drastically altered the course of the game.
The Falcons went 0-4.
Three of the attempts came up short well within Seattle territory, with one drive stalling on the Seahawks 11-yard line.
Technically, the Falcons did manage to pick up a first down on one attempt, but it was fumbled and recovered by the Seahawks, killing any momentum. Five plays later, Wilson found Greg Olsen for a score to go up 28-12 and effectively putting the game out of reach.
Overall it was a solid showing from an improved Seahawks defense, although there was one area in dire need of improvement . . .