The Atlanta Falcons have managed just 20 points in their past two games after scoring 93 points in their only two wins. The pressure from opposing defenses is mounting on Matt Ryan with every game, as he was pressured on a season-high 32 percent of his drop-backs in last Sunday's loss to Baltimore. The Falcons have lost four offensive linemen who have either started this season or were projected starters to season-ending injured reserve.

Against the league's top-ranked total defense, the Detroit Lions, Ryan might not have much of a chance, unless Julio Jones goes for 200 yards and three scores and Devin Hester makes a tremendous impact in the return game.

And despite the uncertainty about Calvin Johnson's playing status, the Falcons might have a tough time shutting down Matthew Stafford, Golden Tate and the Lions' offense.

Prediction: Lions 28, Falcons 24