FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Inconsistency has plagued the Falcons' offense through the first eight weeks of the season. When firing on all cylinders, the unit has paid off the promise of its immensely talented personnel. However, when things aren't working like a well-oiled machine, the results have been maddeningly inconsistent.

The quickest way for the team to find a rhythm both week to week and play to play is to find its footing on first down.

Overall, the Falcons are averaging 1.62 points per drive. That ranks 28th in the NFL this season and is the lowest output by the team through its first seven games since 2023 (1.49).

In wins, that number climbs to 2.42 (20th), with the Falcons scoring on nearly 50% of their drives. In losses, Atlanta's points per drive and scoring rate drop sharply

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