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Atlanta Falcons Defense vs Running Backs

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the Falcons allow to running backs. Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

8.8
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to running backs
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs RB
82
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Falcons

Players who have historically scored most against the Atlanta Falcons defense:

#1 Target 🎯
Alvin Kamara
NO
14.8
avg pts vs Falcons (3 games)
#2 Target
Miles Sanders
14.5
avg pts vs Falcons (2 games)
#3 Target
Rico Dowdle
PIT
13
avg pts vs Falcons (2 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games running backs faced the Atlanta Falcons (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2025 Wk18 Audric Estime
NO
15.6
S2025 Wk18 Ty Chandler
NO
6.4
S2025 Wk18 Travis Etienne
NO
4.8
S2025 Wk17 Blake Corum
LAR
1.8
S2025 Wk17 Kyren Williams
LAR
16
S2025 Wk16 Corey Kiner
ARI
3.2
S2025 Wk16 Tyler Allgeier
ARI
8.3
S2025 Wk15 Bucky Irving
TB
8.1
S2025 Wk15 Sean Tucker
TB
6.7
S2025 Wk15 Kenneth Gainwell
TB
19.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Atlanta Falcons defense good or bad for fantasy running backs?
The Atlanta Falcons allow an average of 8.8 fantasy points per game to running backs, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (82 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which running backs should I start against the Atlanta Falcons?
Historically, running backs who have scored most against the Atlanta Falcons: Alvin Kamara (14.8 avg pts in 3 games), Miles Sanders (14.5 avg pts in 2 games), Rico Dowdle (13 avg pts in 2 games). Connect your league to PlayCaller for a roster-specific verdict.
How do I use defense vs position data in fantasy football?
Defense vs position (DVP) data shows how many fantasy points a team has historically allowed to a specific position. High avg pts allowed = easy matchup. Low avg pts allowed = tough matchup. Use it as a tiebreaker when deciding between two similarly-ranked players with different matchups.

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