Game Photos | Week 16 Falcons vs Lions
Get an inside look at the matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and the Detroit Lions during Week 16.
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/sxrngfpk9ewgbcs3deri.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 returns a kick against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/nj7rizkbyr75papghqwq.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 returns a kick against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons safety Shawn Williams #36 plays against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/rszp1mls6hqlafxzgtgt.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons safety Shawn Williams #36 plays against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 and linebacker Mykal Walker #3 make a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/j2e9jugig01w3r77yucl.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 and linebacker Mykal Walker #3 make a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 makes a catch against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/ugzauaydhbivplq117yf.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 makes a catch against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 celebrates after making a catch against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/gz7xiii3rthq8teq7bxo.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 celebrates after making a catch against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 blocks the ball against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/ldn5eydlpfy0pwsjs7lz.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 blocks the ball against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons running back Mike Davis #28 rushes during the second half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/tqanucrsmwbqezehoiio.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons running back Mike Davis #28 rushes during the second half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage #14 attempts to catch a pass during the second half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/skusknmmyswy559way3y.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage #14 attempts to catch a pass during the second half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 reacts on the sideline during a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/zo7btj8mr9gr2dsporx6.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 reacts on the sideline during a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage #14 attempts to catch a pass during the second half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/knetqyoypqp2ktukrom4.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage #14 attempts to catch a pass during the second half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 faces off against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/uk9nolrdjzykgxblvtq5.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 faces off against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Brandon Copeland #51 reacts after a play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/ddjxdtofhhcoxx1h0lnl.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Brandon Copeland #51 reacts after a play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/txmn1krdqdzomagmpzdf.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/ufizat7xxbypkzb17tpl.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 catches a touchdown pass during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/lkmbhtfukgssmtio5mii.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 catches a touchdown pass during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 throws the ball against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/utipdxhivxevdpf45seb.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 throws the ball against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 makes a play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/cf5d3ernvdby6w8v1iki.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 makes a play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons place kicker Younghoe Koo #7 kicks a field goal during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/owgpbuywqne5ptlodwa0.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons place kicker Younghoe Koo #7 kicks a field goal during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 makes a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/sh5mxyl6qr3inr5bpdnq.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 makes a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 makes a catch against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/borqvqefjao6j555ybjg.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 makes a catch against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
![Freddie Falcon performs during halftime of a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/bjzrmay1xdyi1mbyndn3.jpg)
Freddie Falcon performs during halftime of a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 celebrates after making a catch against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/wvjgclbyyvwnawdjk1x3.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 celebrates after making a catch against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 makes a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/b9piwqofwttpj3tznl2z.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 makes a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 throws a pass during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/wftpfce0yekfy9xcvser.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 throws a pass during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/v2ybl5t59puxew8srkd4.jpg)
against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 makes a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/a3hymklkzng8lurdcgez.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 makes a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 runs after catching a pass against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/mm0dgojust12j3rv244n.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 runs after catching a pass against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 makes a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/sjukakmgrtsurvs68418.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 makes a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 lines up during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/pqoviihmcvbh9cpzkasp.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 lines up during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Fans cheer as the Atlanta Falcons play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/nxyctqczz22usgbh4dxm.jpg)
Fans cheer as the Atlanta Falcons play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![A general view of the cheerleaders as the Atlanta Falcons play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/pnnoqpcy0r8ro2ucgvnv.jpg)
A general view of the cheerleaders as the Atlanta Falcons play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
![BMX riders perform during halftime of a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/ibdbe9qq9po7sqyvtz1r.jpg)
BMX riders perform during halftime of a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons CEO Rich McKay hosts high school players for A Merry McKay Christmas during a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/grkkbjb7lwvghadg3hvc.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons CEO Rich McKay hosts high school players for A Merry McKay Christmas during a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons CEO Rich McKay hosts high school players for A Merry McKay Christmas during a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/gfsrjyzmdngukeb9y3cy.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons CEO Rich McKay hosts high school players for A Merry McKay Christmas during a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 runs the ball against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/iqdgapfqdaqnwwug4thj.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 runs the ball against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/rhp7arkvpw4bsjtdbq6c.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 runs after catching a pass during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/gdtizpujfiykexozxref.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 runs after catching a pass during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 runs after catching a pass during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/sx1xiirdjxm0mds9whqs.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 runs after catching a pass during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foyesade Oluokun #54 reacts after making a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/xtp4poozxlxvce6291mx.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foyesade Oluokun #54 reacts after making a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 makes a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/w6umovju0cp3d0fposep.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 makes a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 makes a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/qyhnykrz95tvmjtuskjr.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 makes a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 celebrates after making a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/uove08yd2lae0rqiivma.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 celebrates after making a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/gob7oqxby9ldmfwyhmtp.jpg)
against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![The Atlanta Falcons prepare to take the field prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/deaskwxwbibrp9lqqdbc.jpg)
The Atlanta Falcons prepare to take the field prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/so8nl8zg3xtdtzrgqg2y.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Fans cheer as the Atlanta Falcons play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/ev1snf0cikwqurzy74px.jpg)
Fans cheer as the Atlanta Falcons play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 rushes during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/qdhsgjrxqkvrzj0qs4ir.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 rushes during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Brandon Copeland #51 makes a tackle during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/mrhvzdtrwgoeszkktnqp.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Brandon Copeland #51 makes a tackle during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker Brandon Copeland #51 celebrates a big play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/cvm200wblbcgyg30q00k.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker Brandon Copeland #51 celebrates a big play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons running back Mike Davis #28 rushes during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/aocdzo10k5k2cowz7ruw.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons running back Mike Davis #28 rushes during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 makes a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/zjfqun2n2ucojmayddrp.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 makes a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 lines up against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 makes a tackle against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 runs the ball against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 celebrates after completing a first down against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 celebrates after completing a first down against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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The Atlanta Falcons are seen on the field prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
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A general view of fans during a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons center Matt Hennessy #61 watches from the sidelines as the Atlanta Falcons play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith stands during the national anthem before facing the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons long snapper Josh Harris #47 prepares to walk onto the field before facing the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons running back Qadree Ollison #30 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![The Atlanta Falcons prepare to take the field prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/rf9byfrydiwxb0zlzhnz.jpg)
The Atlanta Falcons prepare to take the field prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 hugs owner Arthur Blank before facing the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Mike Pennel #98 prepares to walk onto the field before facing the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Christian Blake #13 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
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Fans watch the game as the Atlanta Falcons play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons mascot Freddie performs on the field during a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
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A general view of the Atlanta Falcons throwback helmets at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Mitchell Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
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Dansby Swansons sounds the train horn prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons cornerback Darren Hall #34 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/qzb88dniqkctuc0ltuxg.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Darren Hall #34 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Atlanta Falcons)
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Fans watch the game as the Atlanta Falcons play against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Feleipe Franks #15 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo #7 warms up before facing the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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A view of the cleats of Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons quarterback Josh Rosen #16 warms up before facing the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/vyipm5iyqxdnxdqicng3.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Josh Rosen #16 warms up before facing the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith #40 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/onzaxxahtqbp8vriufoi.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith #40 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
![Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8, tight end Lee Smith #85, and tight end Hayden Hurst #81 pose for a photo before facing the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_new_photo_album/t_lazy/f_auto/falcons/rpfghx3irlsdxi3gbxez.jpg)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8, tight end Lee Smith #85, and tight end Hayden Hurst #81 pose for a photo before facing the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons linebacker Daren Bates #53 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Ta'Quon Graham #95 warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, December 26, 2021. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)