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\nIt looks to be all out attack in Super Bowl LI as both sides have strong offenses. The Falcons hold the edge offensively, but the Patriots are more balanced overall.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how the two teams match up as we head into Super Bowl Sunday.<\/p>\n

Patriots\u2019 Passing Attack vs. Falcons\u2019 Pass Defence<\/h2>\n

Patriots passing:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 4th<\/sup>, 269.2 yards per game, 109.5 rating, 4.18 sack percentage<\/p>\n

Falcons defence:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 28th<\/sup>, 266.7 yards per game, 92.5 rating against, 4.93 sack percentage<\/p>\n

The Falcons\u2019 pass defence has not been a strength for them at all this season, although they do have some potential stars in Vic Beasley, Grady Jarrett and Jalen Collins in the defence. Losing Desmond Trufant halfway through the season didn\u2019t help them.<\/p>\n

However, the Patriots have one of the NFL\u2019s best passing attacks. Spearheaded by legendary quarterback Tom Brady, there are a wealth of receiving options including Julian Edelman, Chris Hogan, Malcolm Mitchell, Danny Amendola and Michael Floyd. Tight end Martellus Bennett is also an option, as are the running backs. They lost the Gronk midway through the season, but they produced one of their best performances against the Steelers in the AFC Championship game.<\/p>\n

Patriots\u2019 Rushing Game vs. Falcons\u2019 Run Defence<\/h2>\n

Patriots rushing:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 7th<\/sup>, 117 yards per game, 3.9 yards per carry<\/p>\n

Falcons defence<\/strong>:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 17th<\/sup>, 104.5 yards per game, 4.5 yards per carry<\/p>\n

LeGarrette Blount was heavily relied upon by the Patriots this year. He clocked up 18 touchdowns in the regular season and scored again in the playoffs.<\/p>\n

The Falcons allowed the sixth-most yards per carry in the NFL this season. Most of their defenders are better against the pass than they are on the run.<\/p>\n

Falcons\u2019 Passing Attack vs. Patriots’ Pass Defence<\/h2>\n

Falcons passing:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 3rd<\/sup>, 295.3 yards per game, 116.8 rating, 6.5 sack percentage<\/p>\n

Patriots defence:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 12th<\/sup>, 237.9 yards per game, 84.4 rating against, 5.4 sack percentage<\/p>\n

Falcons\u2019 wide receiver Julio Jones is one of the best in the NFL, while Mohamed Sanu is another threat in the redzone. Preventing big plays will be key for the Patriots if they want to win another Super Bowl.<\/p>\n

The Patriots\u2019 pass defence improved as the season progressed, but Matt Ryan has been so good this season, that no defence can withstand him. Atlanta led the NFL in passer rating and in passing plays of 40 yards or more.<\/p>\n

Falcons\u2019 Rushing Game vs. Patriots\u2019 Run Defence<\/h2>\n

Falcons rushing:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>5th<\/sup>, 120.5 yards per game, 4.6 yards per carry<\/p>\n

Patriots defence:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>3rd<\/sup>, 88.6 yards per game, 3.9 yards per carry<\/p>\n

The Falcons have a two-headed rushing attack that has proven to be very difficult to stop. Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman combined for 345 carries for 1,599 yards and 19 touchdowns on the ground and another 883 yards and five touchdowns on 105 catches through the air.<\/p>\n

The Patriots run defence has been consistent throughout the season. Alan Branch and Malcom Brown will start up front, with Dont\u2019a Hightower and Rob Ninkovich also included in the defensive line.<\/p>\n

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