You could name the most embarrassing possible way for the Falcons to lose, and that’s probably what will happen when they take the field on Sunday — just as it did in New England, where Atlanta hoped to claw its way back to .

The New England Patriots take the field on Sunday, Nov. 2 looking for their seventh win of the season when they face the Atlanta Falcons.

The Atlanta Falcons were defeated by the New England Patriots, 24-23, on Sunday to fall to 3-5 on the season. It was the Falcons' third consecutive loss, and while they did battle back to nearly defeat one of the best teams in the league,

Michael Penix Jr.'s three touchdown passes weren't enough for the Atlanta Falcons to upset the New England Patriots in Week 9. Despite an impressive comeback effort in the second half of Sunday's 24-23 loss, the Falcons found a way to squander what could have been a season-saving win.

Rhamondre Stevenson entered the weekend with 83 carries for 279 yards and three touchdowns. His physical running style has been a key part of New England Patriots' ground game.

Looking to rebound after consecutive losses, the Atlanta Falcons face one of the better position groups in the New England Patriots' wide receivers. Granted, everyone understands that the quarterback plays an integral role. Drake Maye is gaining traction as one of the better young signal callers in the NFL.