What happened: Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Tommy Rees is calling plays from the sideline Sunday rather than working from the coaches box. The adjustment marks a shift after the Falcons put playcaller Tommy Rees in upstairs box for 2026 to open the season.

Why it matters: The move puts Rees in direct face-to-face contact with quarterbacks and personnel on the bench between series. Atlanta entered Sunday at 3-6 and on a two-game slide, prompting operational changes to streamline in-game communication.

What to watch: Atlanta will evaluate the sideline dynamic through Sunday's game before determining Rees' permanent location for the rest of the season.