Falcons-Eagles Open Thread: Kirk Cousins takes on Jalen Hurts in a battle of the birds

Falcons look to get back on track

The Atlanta Falcons (4-5) will look to get back on track when they host the Philadelphia Eagles (5-4) on Sunday. The Falcons have lost two straight games, including a disappointing loss to the Carolina Panthers last week. The Eagles, meanwhile, have won two straight games and are looking to make a statement in the NFC East.

The Falcons will be without several key players on Sunday, including wide receiver Calvin Ridley (personal reasons) and defensive end Dante Fowler (knee). The Eagles will also be without some key players, including cornerback Darius Slay (hamstring) and wide receiver DeVonta Smith (knee).

Hurts vs. Cousins

The matchup between Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins will be one to watch on Sunday. Hurts has been one of the most impressive young quarterbacks in the NFL this season, while Cousins is a veteran quarterback who has had some success in the past.

Hurts has thrown for 1,784 yards, 13 touchdowns, and four interceptions this season. He has also rushed for 458 yards and four touchdowns. Cousins has thrown for 1,963 yards, 12 touchdowns, and seven interceptions this season.

Both Hurts and Cousins are capable of making big plays, so this should be a high-scoring game.

Prediction

The Eagles are a slight favorite in this game, but the Falcons are a dangerous team at home. I think the Falcons will win this game in a close one, 27-24.