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NFL Week 6 top plays: Eagles top Cowboys; Bills edge Chiefs

Week 6 of the NFL has been a wild one, with several underdogs prevailing. Here are the top plays!
OCTOBER 17, 2022 • FOX SPORTS
NFL Week 6 top plays: Eagles top Cowboys; Bills edge Chiefs

Falcons crack open celebratory beers in locker room after stunning 49ers

Still in their throwback "Dirty Birds" jerseys, the Falcons celebrated their upset over the San Francisco 49ers by cracking open some beers.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • FOX SPORTS
Falcons crack open celebratory beers in locker room after stunning 49ers

Garoppolo blames offense for Niners' sluggish defeat

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo couldn't get his team's offense going in a 28-14 loss to the Atlanta Falcons
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • Associated Press
Starts scoop-and-score in win Evans recorded 12 tackles (seven solo), one forced fumble and one pass defensed during Sunday's 28-14 win over the 49ers.
Impact Evans was responsible for a scoop-and-score late in the first quarter of Sunday's win over the 49ers, while he also tied with Troy Andersen for a team-leading 12 tackles in Week 6. The fifth-year pro is slated to operate in his usual role as one of the team's starting linebackers next Sunday versus the Bengals.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Productive day in first start Andersen recorded 12 tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 28-14 win over the 49ers.
Impact With starter Mykal Walker having been ruled out for Sunday's game against San Fransisco, Andersen was given the start at linebacker and tied with teammate Rashaan Evans for a team-high 12 tackles in Week 6. If Walker is unable to gain medical clearance ahead of next Sunday's contest versus the Bengals, the rookie second-rounder should once again serve as a key contributor in Atlanta's defensive unit.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
'Our guys did a great job of controlling the line of scrimmage' - Marcus Mariota reacts to Falcons' dominating win over 49ers

'Our guys did a great job of controlling the line of scrimmage' - Marcus Mariota reacts to Falcons' dominating win over 49ers
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • FOX SPORTS
15 carries in win Allgeier recorded 15 carries for 51 yards during Sunday's 28-14 victory over the 49ers.
Impact Allgeier saw one fewer rushing attempt and totaled eight fewer yards than Caleb Huntley, though neither running back saw any work work in the passing game. With Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) sidelined, the rookie fifth-round pick has rushed 23 times for 129 yards while securing his only target for 20 yards over the past two weeks. Both running backs figure to see increased work as long as Patterson remains on injured reserve, but their overall potential will continue to be limited as long as they continue to split carries.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Splits work with rookie in win Huntley notched 16 rushes for 59 yards during Sunday's 28-14 win versus the 49ers.
Impact Huntley registered one more rushing attempt and totaled eight more rushing yards than rookie fifth-round pick Tyler Allgeier, though neither running back saw any work in the passing attack. With Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) sidelined the last two weeks, Huntley has totaled 18 rushing attempts for 90 yards and one score. However, both of the aforementioned running backs' overall potential will remain limited as long as they continue to split carries.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Catches first TD of 2022 Pitts hauled in all three of his targets for 19 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 28-14 victory over the 49ers.
Impact Pitts returned to action in Week 6 following a one-game absence due to a hamstring injury and scored his first touchdown of the campaign. Given his high ADP, the second-year tight end has been a major disappointment this season, but he still remains a key part of Atlanta's offense. Through five appearances, Pitts has caught 13 of 25 targets for 169 yards and one score. He'll look to build off his solid performance during the Falcons' Week 7 matchup against the Bengals.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
'Just orchestrating like a great point guard' - Mark Schlereth and Noah Eagle break down Marcus Mariota's impressive performance against the 49ers

'Just orchestrating like a great point guard' - Mark Schlereth and Noah Eagle break down Marcus Mariota's impressive performance against the 49ers
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • FOX SPORTS
Three touchdowns in win Mariota completed 13 of 14 passes for 129 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 28-14 victory versus the 49ers. He also rushed six times for 50 yards and an additional score.
Impact Mariota submitted his cleanest performance of the season as he threw just one incompletion and didn't fumble for the first time during the campaign. It was the second straight contest that Mariota didn't turn the ball over, which may be a sign he's shaken the rust off after not playing regularly since the 2019 season. Mariota was sharp from the start Sunday and completed 13 straight passes to start the game, including a two-yard touchdown to MyCole Pruitt and a seven-yard score to Kyle Pitts. Mariota's dual-threat ability was also on full display as he used his speed to make big plays in the running game and gave the Falcons a 21-14 lead in the second quarter with a three-yard rushing score. This type of performance is exactly what Mariota can bring to Atlanta's offense, but he'll have to prove he can do it consistently. He'll look to maintain his strong play in Week 7 against the Bengals.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mariota accounts for 3 TDs, Falcons beat 49ers 28-14

Marcus Mariota threw a pair of touchdown passes and ran for another score against the NFL’s top-ranked defense, leading the Atlanta Falcons to a 28-14 victory over the San Francisc...
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • Associated Press
Exits with injury Hayward is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the 49ers with a shoulder injury, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact Hayward's absence will leave Atlanta's defense significantly under-manned after fellow starting cornerback A.J. Terrell (thigh) also exited against San Francisco. As a result, expect Dee Alford, Mike Ford and Darren Hall to step up into bigger roles in this contest.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Returns Sunday Graham (knee) re-entered during the second half of Sunday's game against the 49ers, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Impact Graham was replaced by Tim Horne after exiting at some point against San Francisco, though the starting defensive end appears to be doing fine after coming back in the game. Graham played at least 50 percent of Atlanta's defensive snaps in each of the first five games after stepping into a starting role this season.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Exits against San Fran Graham is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the 49ers with a knee injury, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact Graham started his sixth game of the season Sunday. The second-year defensive end recorded 13 tackles over the first five weeks, and his absence should leave Matt Dickerson and Timmy Horne to play increased roles opposite Grady Jarrett.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Exits with injury Terrell (thigh) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the 49ers, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact Terrell recorded four tackles before picking up a thigh injury at some point Sunday. The 2020 first-round pick totaled 24 tackles and four passes defended over the first five games of the season, and his absence will likely leave Dee Alford to step into an every-down role alongside fellow cornerback Casey Hayward.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

49ers' Bosa has groin injury, won't play against Falcons

49ers defensive end Nick Bosa will not play Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons because of a groin injury
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • Associated Press

NFL odds Week 6: Mahomes a home underdog for first time, best betting trends

NFL Week 6 is here! Check out why you should place your wager on the Chiefs this week, and more betting trends.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • FOX SPORTS
NFL odds Week 6: Mahomes a home underdog for first time, best betting trends
Sitting out Sunday Ogundeji (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
Impact Ogundeji was listed as questionable on Friday after sustaining a shoulder injury during Week 5's matchup against the Bucs but is now unable to suit up. Arnold Ebiketie will likely get his first start and play a more expanded pass-rushing role Sunday.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Inactive Sunday Firkser (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against San Francisco.
Impact After the Falcons elevated MyCole Pruitt from the practice squad Saturday, Firkser will not play. Pruitt played 11 of the team's offensive snaps in last week's matchup against Tampa Bay.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

NFL odds Week 6: How sharp bettors are playing Cowboys-Eagles, Bills-Chiefs

Insider Patrick Everson breaks down what sharp bettors are on for NFL Week 6, including Cowboys-Eagles, and the big Penn State-Michigan game...
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • FOX SPORTS
NFL odds Week 6: How sharp bettors are playing Cowboys-Eagles, Bills-Chiefs
Back in action Sunday Pitts (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game versus the 49ers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact Pitts is back from a one-game absence due to a hamstring injury, and he'll be a welcome sight for quarterback Marcus Mariota against San Francisco's third-ranked pass defense (177.8 yards per game). Through four appearances in his second campaign, Pitts has one outing with 87 yards and three others with 25 or fewer yards. He also has no touchdowns on 22 targets.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to play Pitts (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact After sitting out last week's loss to the Buccaneers, Pitts returned to practice as a limited participant Wednesday through Friday to take the designation into the weekend. The tight end previously expressed optimism that he'll play, and while the expectation is that he will, confirmation one way or the other won't arrive until the Falcons release their inactive list 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Moves off of IR Atlanta activated Oliver (knee) from its injured reserve list Saturday ahead of Sunday's game versus San Francisco, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Oliver is now poised to return from the ACL tear he suffered last season. The 26-year-old corner should be in line for a significant role in the Falcons' defensive backfield once he's fully back up to speed.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers, Seahawks headline upsets in Cowherd's Week 6 'Blazin' 5'

Colin Cowherd decides who will win against the spread in his weekly "Blazin' 5" picks.
OCTOBER 15, 2022 • FOX SPORTS
Steelers, Seahawks headline upsets in Cowherd's Week 6 'Blazin' 5'
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