Pretty good analysis. I wouldn't call the Falcons D-line that undersized. Most of them are pushing 300 pounds. No comparison to the Browns NT Rubin at 330, but in the ball park. And, yes, 3-4 defenses have given us some trouble. Hopefully, we have seen enough of them to have started figuring them out.

On offense, if Ryan has one of his "on" days, it can be a sight to see. Which Matty Ice will show up Sunday? If Jenkins is back, look for more shots than we've seen this season. Should help keep the Browns D honest.

I think the Browns tandem of Hillis/Harrison may be a bit stronger than the Falcons Turner/Snelling. Depends on if Turner can finally get on his horse the Sunday. Right now, the run game (and stopping the run) could be the difference.

Falcons are 3-point favorites. A Falcons win may not cover. This is going to be a tight game and the key to winning may come down to special teams where we have been having trouble with giving up field position. If it comes down to a field goal, advantage Falcons.

@the-gipper said:

Why don't you just list the entire Falcons 53 man roster and tell us that we better worry about all of them. That is essentially what you have been doing.

So take note: I am sure that the Browns coaching staff is indeed "worrying" about the entire Falcons roster. You needn't remind us any more of whom every single one of them are.

Sorry. I tend to study positional matchups so I look at individual players. If it would make it any easier for you, I'll just refer to "running backs" or "linebackers." I could simplify it even more by referencing just "the Falcons offense" or the "Browns defense."

Yes, I worry about the entire Browns 53-man roster. Doesn't mean we can't break it down.

@the-gipper said:

OK, here is another one right back at you: In 2009 Jerry Glanville was a college HC. Which school? (though I believe he is not there this year.)

Portland State, 2007-2009. Do I win a ticket to the game?

It seems to me that the Browns will have to depend on the run game to generate points against the Falcons. The passing game is a matchup between an average Browns WR corps and a Falcons defensive backfield that is improving every week. The corner tandem of Robinson and Grimes, combined with a strong pass rush from Abraham, Biermann and Babineaux could make for a long day for Delhomme (If he plays.) Oh, and don't forget, Atlanta can read Jake like a book, having played him twice a year when he was with the Panthers.

Hillis is a beast and, along with the other Browns RBs, present a formidable running attack. The Falcons rank eleventh in the league defending the run and would rank much higher if it were not for two 40+ runs that got away from them this season. If the Browns are forced to become one dimensional, Hillis/Harrison/Davis could have a long day.

The Browns should worry about rookie LB Weatherspoon. If his ankle has healed, he will be chomping at the bit to go after the Browns running backs.

Here's one more for you: How many Falcons draft picks have started at QB int the NFL this season?

Answer: Schaub - Houston, Ryan - Atlanta, Vick - Philly, Favre - Minn.

Makes me sick thinking what the Falcons could have been if Glanville would have had some faith in Favre.

@wrrebel said:

Well you follow what the 49ers did to them..

For some reason, Ryan did not check into the game until the 4th quarter. Remember, this is the Falcons who ran off a 19-play drive against the saints.

@next2nothing said:

You stop the run and force them to be one dimensional.

Good, in theory, if you can do that without sacrificing pass coverage. Can you afford to bracket Gonzalez and leave yourself with five or six in the box?

I'm asking because I want to understand the strengths and weaknesses of the Browns defense. If Ryan is having an on day, it can be stressful for a defense. Ask Arizona...

The Falcons are a run-first offense that easily transitions to the passing game when opposing defenses stack the box. Look at the Falcons stats and you see they are close to 50/50 run/pass. If you commit to stopping Turner/Snelling then you suddenly have Gonzalez/White/Douglas getting loose down field. Do the Browns have what it takes to defensively shift gears and stop a potentially deadly Atlanta O?

Greetings, all. Yet another Falcons fan showing up.

The good news, for us, is you are coming off a win ( I hate playing teams coming off a loss.) The bad news is you beat the Bengals. Going into the season, I figured the Browns as a win and the Bengals as a tough game. Now I'm thinking you guys are going to be trouble for us.

I'm looking forward to a real battle Sunday. Here's to a clean, fair game with no injuries.