Falcons snap counts and notes from Sunday’s loss to Eagles

There’s no doubt the lack of preseason reps for many of the key starters was a factor in Sunday’s ugly performance.

The Atlanta Falcons opened up the 2021 season with a home loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. It was the first time many starters played for more than 10 plays, and for some, such as quarterback Matt Ryan, it was their first game action. There’s no doubt the lack of preseason reps for some was a factor in Sunday’s ugly performance.