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The Atlanta Falcons and Miami Dolphins square off in Week 8, but the Dolphins will be without tight end Darren Waller in the matchup on Sunday.
The Atlanta Falcons couldn't get going offensively on Sunday, but their upcoming matchup with the Miami Dolphins presents a bounce-back opportunity.
Before we look ahead of to Week 8, though, let's recap what happened in the Falcons ' 20-10 loss to the 49ers. Atlanta controlled the game in the first half before making some crucial mistakes late in the first half that cost the team points and gave the 49ers life.
Atlanta’s offense stalled, the defense cracked, and a 10-men-on-the-field blunder sealed the Falcons’ 20-10 loss to the 49ers in San Francisco.
Expert recap and game analysis of the San Francisco 49ers vs. Atlanta Falcons NFL game from October 19, 2025 on ESPN.
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The Atlanta Falcons designated swing tackle Storm Norton to return from the injured reserve on Wednesday, opening his 21-day window to rejoin the active roster.