The shorthanded San Francisco 49ers shocked the Atlanta Falcons in Week 7 NFL action on Sunday Night Football.

SANTA CLARA -- The 49ers just beat the Atlanta Falcons 20-10 to improve their record to 5-2. Somehow, the 49ers keep beating teams that are better than them on paper. Which means the 49ers just might be better than the sum of their parts. Here are their grades for this performance.

The Atlanta Falcons are 3-2 after five weeks, but despite having the NFL's No. 1 ranked defense, those around the league have been hesitant to buy in just yet. That narrative could change if the Falcons are able to defeat the San Francisco 49ers on the road in Week 7.

The SportsLine projection model has revealed its Atlanta vs. San Francisco picks for 'Sunday Night Football' in NFL Week 7

The 49ers entered their Week 7 matchup with the Falcons averaging a paltry 3.1 yards per carry. They’re doing a whole lot better than that on Sunday night, with a Christian McCaffrey leading the way for a 10-3 halftime lead.

The San Francisco 49ers will take on the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday at Levi's Stadium. Here's who is set to practice on Wednesday.

The Falcons released a new depth chart ahead of their Week 7 game against the 49ers. Check it out below.

Two potential playoff teams in the NFC face off on Sunday Night Football in Week 7, as the Atlanta Falcons hit the road against the San Francisco 49ers as they