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Atlanta Falcons quaterback Matt Ryan stands on the sideline after throwing an interception to the Miami Dolphins in the final minute of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Atlanta.(Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

Sound familiar? Falcons blow a big lead, lose to Dolphins

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins cornerback Cordrea Tankersley, left, hits Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper, knocking the ball loose for a interception by Dolphins safety Reshad Jones, right, during the final minute of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

Falcons’ latest blown lead turns into Dolphins’ 20-17 win

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins free safety Reshad Jones (20) picks up the ball against Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017, in Atlanta. The Miami Dolphins won 20-17. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Dolphins rally from 17-point deficit to stun Falcons 20-17

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 24, 2017, file photo, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan watches from the sideline during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit. The Falcons quarterback and reigning MVP usually plays well coming off a bye week, and he's got some extra incentive heading into Sunday's contest against the Miami Dolphins. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

2016 sack leader Vic Beasley Jr. returns to Falcons lineup

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FILE - In this Sept. 24, 2017, file photo, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan watches from the sideline during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit. The Falcons quarterback and reigning MVP usually plays well coming off a bye week, and he's got some extra incentive heading into Sunday's contest against the Miami Dolphins. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

Falcons’ QB Ryan looks to turn things around after bye week

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

New Atlanta stadium roof to open for only 1 more 2017 event

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FILE - In this Sept. 24, 2017, file photo, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan watches from the sidelines during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit. Ryan, who threw only seven interceptions last season, has five in just the last two weeks. Coach Dan Quinn is having to re-emphasize ball security as the Falcons attempt to improve their ugly turnover differential. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

Ryan, Falcons looking to solve sudden increase in turnovers

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones makes a five yard reception against Buffalo Bills cornerback Tre'Davious White during the first half of a NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

After loss to Bills, Falcons welcome their bye week

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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) rushes through the Detroit Lions defense during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)

Falcons try to keep Devonta Freeman in a steady rhythm

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 10, 2017, file photo, Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn looks up at the scoreboard during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago. Dan Quinn and Sean McDermott each were filled with nostalgia this week as they reflected on their time together on a William &amp; Mary team that proved to be a launching pad for NFL coaches. Quinn’s Atlanta Falcons will face McDermott’s Buffalo Bills on Sunday. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

Bills-Falcons matchup a college reunion for McDermott, Quinn

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones (11) deflects a pass intended for Atlanta Falcons cornerback Robert Alford (23) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Falcons hold on to beat Lions 30-26 thanks to NFL rule

By LARRY LAGE - Associated Press

Detroit Lions wide receiver Golden Tate, bottom left, falls into the end zone for a 1-yard touchdown reception during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017, in Detroit. The replay official reviewed the score ruling and the play was reversed. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

Matchup of unbeatens goes Atlanta’s way in wild finish

By NOAH TRISTER - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, file photo, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) throws a pass against the Atlanta Falcons during the first of an NFL football game in Atlanta. Injuries that could leave the Packers without several key players may help the Cincinnati’s chances of digging out from an 0-2 start. But, two-time NFL MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers represents the great equalizer, capable of winning any game regardless of the circumstances. (AP Photo/David Goldman, File)

Falcons missing 3 injured starters for game against Lions

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FILE - In this Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, file photo, Green Bay Packers wide receiver Randall Cobb (18) makes the catch as Atlanta Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant (21) closes in during the first of an NFL football game in Atlanta. Trufant is playing at full capacity after missing the Falcons' playoff run last year with a torn pectoral he suffered in November. The 2015 Pro Bowl cornerback says he's making up for lost time. (AP Photo/David Goldman), File)

Healthy Desmond Trufant basking in his return to Falcons

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this Aug. 26, 2017, file photo, Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley (98) works against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Atlanta. With 2016 NFL sacks leader Vic Beasley out with a hamstring injury, rookie first-round pick Takk McKinley will move into the starting lineup for Sunday's game at Detroit. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

Falcons rookie McKinley to test power rush against Lions

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (17) prepares to make a touchdown catch against Atlanta Falcons cornerback Robert Alford (23) during the second of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Banged up Packers fall short in deja vu loss to Falcons

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) runs by Green Bay Packers defensive back Kentrell Brice (29) during the first of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Falcons with a repeat performance in 34-23 win over Packers

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Packers starting tackles Bakhtiari, Bulaga out vs Falcons

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Arthur Blank, owner of Atlanta United FC, hammers in Atlanta United's golden spike in front of record-breaking crowd before an MLS soccer match against Orlando City, Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

United fans bask in record-setting MLS crowd

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 22, 2017, file photo, Atlanta Falcons players celebrate in the locker room after the NFL football NFC championship game against the Green Bay Packers, in Atlanta. When the Falcons host the Packers on Sunday night, it will be both an early indicator of the NFC's balance of power as well as the third meeting between the teams in less than 11 months. All three of those games have been in Atlanta, though this one will be at a new venue. The Falcons (1-0) are making the regular-season debut at $1.5 billion Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which replaced the Georgia Dome. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)

Budding rivalry: Packers-Falcons meet again in Atlanta

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press