History: Atlanta Falcons vs. Detroit Lions
- Will be the 38th matchup between the two teams. Detroit has a 24-13 advantage in the series
- The Lions will be making their debut at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which opened in 2017
- The last time the Falcons "hosted" the Lions was in the 2014 International Series game in London, with Detroit winning on a dramatic last-second field goal
- Matthew Stafford will finally be making his professional debut in Atlanta after starring at the University of Georgia
Players and coaches to know:
ATLANTA FALCONS
- Head Coach: Dan Quinn
- Quarterback: Matt Ryan
- 2020 1st round pick: CB A.J. Terrell (16th overall - Clemson)
DETROIT LIONS
- Head Coach: Matt Patricia
- Quarterback: Matthew Stafford
- 2020 1st round pick: CB Jeff Okudah (3rd overall - Ohio State)
