The Atlanta Falcons finished the season with a 5-3 record on the road, so in the first round of the 2011 NFL playoffs they’ll meet the New York Giants, who were just 4-4 at home.

The game will feature two elite quarterbacks in Eli Manning and Matt Ryan. Expect points galore as these two square off in a battle between two high-profile offenses.

Will it be the efficient passing game of Atlanta or the high-pressure pass rush from the Giants that makes the difference this week?

What are the keys to the game that will feature tons of offense and tons of speed on defense? We’re breaking down the five keys to the game for the Atlanta Falcons, telling you why they will take down the Giants in the Wild Card Round of the playoffs.

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