Headshot Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 We don't have serious injuries that our guys need to heel from or anything like that, but rather for the mental aspect of having just had one of the greatest games in franchise history with probably the best finish for the Falcons ever. The euphoria surrounding this team must have been enormous after that game, and it would have been very easy to find themselves unable to shift their focus to Philly in time to get properly prepared for the game. I love that we have 2 weeks to prepare for the Eagles, but once again Ryan is going to have to win us this game, because Turner will more than likely have another 40-50 yard game. As long as he can have a couple nice runs to at least keep the defense honest about his presence, then it should open the pass game just a little. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dem Birds Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 I couldn't agree more, back to back wins, one that was almost a heartbreaker (actually was for Bears fans.) and we get the bye week. Had that game not been so emotionally draining, as I'm sure it was, I wouldn't want to interupt our hot streak. But am glad for the 2 weeks to prepare for Philly. Unfortunatly, they have 2 weeks as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Duke 6 Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Baker and whites head injuries need some healing.Week 6-8 is a good time for the bye. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossFALCON™ Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 yup. we dont have many serious injuries, which is great. it gives white, robinson, jefferson and grimes some time to get back to 100%. our entire team should be feeling pretty good. it helped, like you guys said, to also bring us back down to earth from that win. this team could've gotten a little balloon headed w/ those 2 really nice wins. we know we'll be 110% focused for PHI. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ki46dinah Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Everyone will be 100% barring practice injuries.We get 2 weeks for the Eagles(really only a week, but our coaches will be putting in some time no doubt).We also might get some competition at punt returner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dem Birds Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 I've heard Eagles fans say that the defense hasn't played the run very well the last few weeks, so maybe Turner can have a good game. I really wish this was a home game, if for no other reason than I really want to see it live. I get pumped for the Eagles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWIFT HITTER Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 i disagree we could have built off last weeks win plus this week off is better for our opponents then us cause they need to get a guy like Westbook healthy.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gritz Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Their run d has been a little spotty the last couple of games and it wasn't Tampa or Chicago to begin with.......Turner could get 75-90 yds........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjlaf Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 its a two edged sword...good for us w/ white and the others...bad for us because they get time to get Westbrook healthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gritz Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 its a two edged sword...good for us w/ white and the others...bad for us because they get time to get Westbrook healthyI love Westbrook......that guy is a warrior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjlaf Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Don't get me wrong Westbrook is the man...BUT I would rather he take a couple of more weeks off to make sure he is healthy.(like maybe until the week after the Eagles play us. ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gritz Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Don't get me wrong Westbrook is the man...BUT I would rather he take a couple of more weeks off to make sure he is healthy.(like maybe until the week after the Eagles play us. )Yeah, that would be fine with me also....... Rest up Brian....It's a long season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kschreck Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 We don't have serious injuries that our guys need to heel from or anything like that, but rather for the mental aspect of having just had one of the greatest games in franchise history with probably the best finish for the Falcons ever. The euphoria surrounding this team must have been enormous after that game, and it would have been very easy to find themselves unable to shift their focus to Philly in time to get properly prepared for the game. I love that we have 2 weeks to prepare for the Eagles, but once again Ryan is going to have to win us this game, because Turner will more than likely have another 40-50 yard game. As long as he can have a couple nice runs to at least keep the defense honest about his presence, then it should open the pass game just a little.I was thinking the same thing. Although what I want to see from this team, that didn't happen with Mora, is a team that can go out, win big or a big game then turn around and win the next week. Which kind of happened from GB to Chicago, but I would like to see the trend continue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRUNKuno Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 i want westbrook on tha field. this defense needs to know that this aint no pansy league. tough up and play some football. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumpjumper Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Westbrook broke some ribs according to a yahoo article I read, let Milloy or Lofton bring the wood and he'll realize why he should sit out this game....not that I want him injured, I just think it's stupid to play when you're that badly hurt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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