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Atlanta looking to RB Freeman for offensive balance
Falcons (7-7) hope to avenge shutout loss vs. unbeaten Panthers (14-0) Sunday
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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) scores a touchdown on a 5-yard run past Jacksonville Jaguars middle linebacker Paul Posluszny, right, during the first half in Jacksonville, Fla., Sunday. - photo by Phelan M. Ebenhack
FLOWERY BRANCH — Devonta Freeman reclaimed the form last week that earned him his first Pro Bowl trip. The Falcons finally restored balance to their offense in last week’s 23-17 win at Jacksonville, ending Atlanta’s six-game losing streak. The team threw 35 passes and had 33 runs, including Freeman’s 25 carries for 56 yards and a touchdown.
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