The Mighty Falcons

Beastmode · 12-21-2010, 12:36 PM

Another point, we are backed in a corner. If there is anything we are saving on both sides of the ball it will be cashed in.

SaintFanInATLHELL · 12-21-2010, 05:49 PM

Originally Posted by Beastmode

Another point, we are backed in a corner. If there is anything we are saving on both sides of the ball it will be cashed in.

Backed into a corner is a bit strong. While it is true that any hopes of winning the NFC South crown, and a guarantee to be in the playoffs ride on this game, it isn't a "win or out" situation by any stretch of the imagination.

Let's take a look at the playoff scenarios for this week.

NFL Playoff Scenarios Week 16 - SB Nation Cleveland

Saints win or TB loss (or tie by either).

That's easy enough.

I think there's a psych game to be played here. It's likely that the Saints may be back in the Georgia Dome next month in the playoffs. A solid win, and taking down the Falcons in their house, can send a strong message that being home doesn't matter much in championship football.

SFIAH

12-21-2010, 12:36 PM	#1
Beastmode 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 9,126	Another point, we are backed in a corner. If there is anything we are saving on both sides of the ball it will be cashed in.
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12-21-2010, 05:49 PM	#2
SaintFanInATLHELL The Professor Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Lithonia, GA Posts: 2,783	Originally Posted by Beastmode Another point, we are backed in a corner. If there is anything we are saving on both sides of the ball it will be cashed in. Backed into a corner is a bit strong. While it is true that any hopes of winning the NFC South crown, and a guarantee to be in the playoffs ride on this game, it isn't a "win or out" situation by any stretch of the imagination. Let's take a look at the playoff scenarios for this week. NFL Playoff Scenarios Week 16 - SB Nation Cleveland Saints win or TB loss (or tie by either). That's easy enough. I think there's a psych game to be played here. It's likely that the Saints may be back in the Georgia Dome next month in the playoffs. A solid win, and taking down the Falcons in their house, can send a strong message that being home doesn't matter much in championship football. SFIAH
	Super Bowl Championships: New Orleans Saints:1, Carolina:0, Atlanta Chokers: STILL ZERO Only Atlanta choked in an unchokable situation... Life is definitely good.

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