The Falcons came in short-handed, but came out rolling.
Quarterback Matt Ryan was 8-of-9 on his first drive for 63 yards, and running back Jason Snelling scored from a yard out to put the Falcons up 7-0.
The Falcons are playing without running back Steven Jackson and left tackle Sam Baker, and used two-tight end packages early to try to shore up the protection.
They’ll need to keep it up, as the Dolphins have shown an ability to rush the passer so far this season.