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LeGarrette Blount Tops 100 Yards
How do you slow down Matt Ryan and the Falcons' relentlessly explosive offense? You keep them off the field. Though Tom Brady represents the Patriots' best offensive weapon, it wouldn't be surprising if Bill Belichick leaned on Blount and the running game to control time of possession then turned to Brady to move the chains when necessary. That's especially likely against a Falcons defense that ranks 19th against the pass but just 29th against the run, per Football Outsiders' defensive efficiency ratings. Finally, leaning on the run will help neutralize electric pass rusher Vic Beasley, who has been one of the Falcons' most dangerous defensive players. (Getty)
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