PHILADELPHIA, PA — Two undefeated teams, the Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles, are set for a highly anticipated matchup in Week 2. The Falcons are coming off a commanding 31-17 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, led by phenom Bijan Robinson, who torched Pittsburgh for 152 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. Meanwhile, the Eagles are fresh off their 30-24 victory against the Green Bay Packers in what was a historic game—played for the first time ever in South America, in São Paolo, Brazil.
“Bijan’s a special talent,” Falcons head coach Chuck Davis said ahead of the matchup. “But we’re going to need everyone to step up against a team like Philly. They’re as tough as they come.”
The Falcons are leaning on an elite run game, ranking 4th in the league in rushing yards per game. Meanwhile, Kirk Cousins will continue to manage the passing attack efficiently, as he did in Week 1 with 177 passing yards and a touchdown. On the defensive side, the Falcons allowed only 17 points against Pittsburgh and will look to pressure Jalen Hurts early.
Eagles Looking to Build on Historic Win
Philadelphia is flying high after their historic win in Brazil. Hurts led the Eagles with 392 passing yards and 2 touchdowns, but the turnovers—3 interceptions—were a concern. Head coach Nick Sirianni reflected on their Week 1 performance: “Jalen played with heart, but we have to clean up those mistakes. Atlanta’s defense won’t give us as many chances.”
The Eagles’ explosive offense, which racked up 528 total yards in Week 1, was driven by DeVonta Smith’s monstrous game—12 catches for 194 yards and 2 touchdowns. Add in Saquon Barkley’s 96 rushing yards and 2 scores, and Philly looks poised to give the Falcons a serious challenge.
Matchup to Watch: Bijan Robinson vs. Eagles’ Run Defense
Atlanta’s success in Week 2 will hinge on Bijan Robinson, but the Eagles allowed just 60 rushing yards in their opener. The battle in the trenches will likely decide the outcome of this game. “We know Bijan’s the real deal,” said Sirianni. “But our guys are ready for the challenge.”
Key Stats
- Falcons: 170 rushing yards per game (Ranked 4th), 17 points allowed per game (2nd in the league)
- Eagles: 528 total yards per game (Ranked 2nd), 136 rushing yards per game (Ranked 8th)
Key Injuries
The Falcons will be without star guard Chris Lindstrom (dislocated elbow), while the Eagles are fully healthy heading into the game.
Final Thoughts
With both teams sitting at 1-0, this Week 2 matchup could have major implications as the season progresses. The Falcons’ punishing ground game faces off against the Eagles’ explosive offense and resilient defense. Will Bijan Robinson continue his breakout campaign, or will Jalen Hurts and Philadelphia’s high-powered attack soar to another win in front of their home crowd? One thing’s for sure—this game will be a must-watch.
