Here's the forecast for the New England-Atlanta game from Patriots crew:
So Matt Ryan heads back to Mass for a chance against the Pats? Well, I see the Pats standing tall against the Falcons. It appears that Taylor and Maroney will split time at RB, but I see Taylor stepping up and having a big game against the Falcons D. Brady will go to the air with Moss? Nope. Galloway? Nope. Then who? Who else? Kevin Faulk. He is Mr. Reliable and this week will be no different. I also see Benjamin Watson having a big game. Tony Gonzalez may pick apart that weakened Pats D but I still see New England coming out on top.
Prediction: Patriots 17, Falcons 10.

--- JASON LARSON

The Patriots come into Week 3 searching for defensive intensity and an offensive identity. With both Wes Welker and Randy Moss questionable, it will be up to Tom Brady to spread the ball around and New England's running back committee to take advantage of a defense that has allowed over 5 yards per carry in their first 2 games. The Pats must get Kevin Faulk more involved today than he was last week in the Meadowlands. The Falcons don't pressure the quarterback as well as the Jets so that should give Brady more time to operate.

The game will be decided in the trenches, specifically when Atlanta has the ball. If the Patriots fail to contain Michael Turner, they will be the owners of a losing record for the first time since Oct. 27, 2002. I think Coach Belichick will make the neccesarry adjustments and right the ship.
Prediction:Patriots 23, Falcons 13.

--- MIKE STIRITI