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NFL: 5 Individual Matchups To Watch In Week 16

By Evan Massey

Dec 14, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) is introduced before the game against the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 14, 2014; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) is introduced before the game against the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 8, 2013; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) greets Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) midfield following the Saints 23-17 victory at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 8, 2013; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) greets Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) midfield following the Saints 23-17 victory at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Drew Brees vs. Matt Ryan

One of the main quarterback showdowns is going to come against two NFC South teams that are fighting to win the division and make it into the playoffs. New Orleans is currently sitting in first place in the division with a 6-8 record, while Atlanta is right behind them at 5-9 on the season. This is a huge game for both teams, especially with the Falcons playing to win the head-to-head tiebreaker on the season.

Both Matt Ryan and Drew Brees are talented quarterbacks with big targets, and both quarterbacks will be looking to outdo each other. The Saints have been beginning to play better football, and are coming off of a very convincing win against the Chicago Bears. Atlanta on the other hand is coming off of a tough loss against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and are hoping to have Julio Jones back this week

This game is going to come down to which quarterback can make the most plays without making mistakes. It is going to be a very fun duel to watch, and it is a moment for both quarterbacks to come through in the clutch and take their team a huge step closer to the playoffs.

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