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If the Atlanta Falcons are going to make a run to the playoffs, they have to tighten up their run defense. (Wikimedia Images)

The Saints totaled 184 yards on Sunday in a 29-25 win for New Orleans, which tied for the second most rushing yards Atlanta has given up this season.

The Falcons will face two strong running games over their final three games. Tampa Bay went into their Monday night game at Carolina ranked 11th rushing the ball at 118 yards per game. Minnesota is fifth in the league at 140.4 yards per game.

Matt Ryan and WR Roddy White continue to develop into one of the league’s top passing combinations. Ryan threw for a career-high 315, completing 24 of 33 passes with one touchdown and one interception against the Saints.

The Buccaneers are 1-4 ATS in their last five games in December, including a 38-23 loss to Carolina on Monday night. Get all your NFL picks in the Bodog Sportsbook today.