The Minnesota Vikings had the best game of their season when they defeated the Atlanta Falcons. They doubled their score and won 42-21, and in the process, the world got to see that Sam Darnold was a future franchise quarterback with his arm talent and decision-making.

After their loss to the Vikings in Week 14, the Falcons chances of making the playoffs are looking dim. Here's three reasons why.

The Atlanta Falcons failed to get the job done in Sunday’s 42-21 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Not only were they embarrassed in Kirk Cousins’ return to Minnesota, but the Falcons lost their grip on the division.