The are looking to get back to .500 today as they travel to the nation's capital to face the Washington Commanders.To learn more about the current state of affairs with the Falcons' opponent for the weekend Carlos Beltran Jersey , we spoke with contributor and co-host . 1. The Commanders started off 1-4 but have rattled off five wins in their last six games to make them a playoff contender. What's the biggest reason for this turnaround?The turnaround is a combination of things really. Since the departure of cornerback William Jackson III the secondary is more in tune with each other and there are fewer blown a signments.Up front, the defense is getting pre sure on opposing quarterbacks more than just about any other.And finally, the emergence of quarterback Taylor Heinicke as the starting quarterback has given the roster a leader they can get behind on an emotional level.2. The Commanders officially named Taylor Heinicke the starting quarterback this week. How has he been this season and is he an Brian McCann Jersey upgrade from Carson Wentz?Heinicke has been the same quarterback we saw in 2021 from in a physical sense. But hes been smarter, and thats the key.The offense will run much more sideline to sideline with Heinicke than Wentz, but it spreads the defense just as well and opens lanes for big plays through the air and on the ground.Hes an upgrade from Wentz in that Lance McCullers Jersey emotional connection I mentioned above. Through five games, no receivers have dropped a single pa s from Heinicke. They want to elevate their play for him, and thats where the upgrade comes.3. What's one thing people should know about the Commanders that people cannot find in a box score?Scroll to ContinueThis team fights for each other, and with each other.A lot of people underestimate the importance of effort, but it can truly turn a fringe contender into a champion (think 2017 Philadelphia Eagles) or the lack of it Nolan Ryan Jersey can torpedo a top roster (see 2022 Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their 3-5 start).4. If the Commanders win on Sunday, what would be the reason why?Ball control. is going to ride their running game and rely on the defense to keep scores low to get wins.This means few turnovers, more takeaways, and winning the time of po se sion battle.Its the best way to limit the Mike Scott Jersey pitfalls of having a physically limited quarterback, and keeping him out of hero mode where he tends to get into the most trouble.5. What's your prediction for Sunday's game?Washington, 23-21