The Atlanta Falcons made the bold decision to bench Kirk Cousins in place of rookie Michael Penix Jr. last week.
The move paid off as Atlanta steamrolled the New York Giants by a final score of 34-17, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
Now there is a potential scenario where the Falcons clinch a playoff spot here in Week 17, but they will need some help to punch their postseason ticket on Sunday.
Falcons playoff berth clinching scenario
The Falcons have one pathway to clinching a playoff spot here in Week 17, and winning the NFC South.
One element of this scenario is within their control. If the Atlanta
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