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Falcons snap losing streak, hang on to beat Raiders
The Atlanta Falcons secured a much-needed victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, winning 15-9 and snapping a four-game losing streak. Bijan Robinson was the standout performer, rushing for 125 yards, while quarterback Kirk Cousins struggled but managed to throw a touchdown pass to Drake London. Special teams played a crucial role in the win, highlighted by KhaDarel Hodge's blocked punt. Despite the win, concerns linger about Cousins' performance as the Falcons aim for a playoff spot.
The Atlanta Falcons secured a much-needed victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, winning 15-9 and snapping a four-game losing streak. Bijan Robinson was the standout performer, rushing for 125 yards, while quarterback Kirk Cousins struggled but managed to throw a touchdown pass to Drake London. Special teams played a crucial role in the win, highlighted by KhaDarel Hodge's blocked punt. Despite the win, concerns linger about Cousins' performance as the Falcons aim for a playoff spot.
Drake London Shines in Overtime Victory Over Bucs
In a thrilling overtime win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Falcons wide receiver Drake London showcased his skills by catching 12 of 13 targets for 154 yards and a touchdown. London was instrumental in Atlanta's offensive strategy, exploiting Tampa Bay's Cover 3 defense and making significant plays throughout the game. Despite suffering a chest injury late in the game, his post-game demeanor suggested that the injury may not be serious.
In a thrilling overtime win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Falcons wide receiver Drake London showcased his skills by catching 12 of 13 targets for 154 yards and a touchdown. London was instrumental in Atlanta's offensive strategy, exploiting Tampa Bay's Cover 3 defense and making significant plays throughout the game. Despite suffering a chest injury late in the game, his post-game demeanor suggested that the injury may not be serious.
Kirk Cousins Shines in Overtime Win Against Buccaneers
In an exhilarating Thursday night game, Falcons QB Kirk Cousins delivered a record-breaking performance, throwing for 509 yards and leading his team to a 36-30 overtime victory over the Buccaneers. This impressive feat not only marked a career-high for Cousins but also set a franchise record and ranks as the 15th-most passing yards in NFL history. His connection with WRs Drake London, Darnell Mooney, and KhaDarel Hodge was pivotal in securing the win, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.
In an exhilarating Thursday night game, Falcons QB Kirk Cousins delivered a record-breaking performance, throwing for 509 yards and leading his team to a 36-30 overtime victory over the Buccaneers. This impressive feat not only marked a career-high for Cousins but also set a franchise record and ranks as the 15th-most passing yards in NFL history. His connection with WRs Drake London, Darnell Mooney, and KhaDarel Hodge was pivotal in securing the win, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.
Bucs feel 'sting' of missed chances in OT defeat to Falcons
In a nail-biting NFC South matchup, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers fell to the Atlanta Falcons 36-30 in overtime after a series of missed opportunities. The Bucs initially took a 30-27 lead with a late interception by Lavonte David, but a three-and-out allowed the Falcons to tie the game with a field goal. The game ended with a 45-yard touchdown pass from Kirk Cousins to KhaDarel Hodge, leaving the Bucs players and coaches reflecting on their mistakes and missed chances.
In a nail-biting NFC South matchup, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers fell to the Atlanta Falcons 36-30 in overtime after a series of missed opportunities. The Bucs initially took a 30-27 lead with a late interception by Lavonte David, but a three-and-out allowed the Falcons to tie the game with a field goal. The game ended with a 45-yard touchdown pass from Kirk Cousins to KhaDarel Hodge, leaving the Bucs players and coaches reflecting on their mistakes and missed chances.
Bucs feel 'sting' of missed chances in OT defeat to Falcons
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered a heartbreaking overtime loss to the Atlanta Falcons, falling 36-30 after a series of missed opportunities. Despite leading late in the game, a crucial interception by Lavonte David was followed by a three-and-out, allowing the Falcons to tie the game and ultimately win in overtime. Quarterback Baker Mayfield and left tackle Tristan Wirfs expressed their disappointment, emphasizing the need for the team to learn how to finish games. The loss dropped the Bucs to 3-2 in the NFC South, with a challenging matchup against the New Orleans Saints on the horizon.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered a heartbreaking overtime loss to the Atlanta Falcons, falling 36-30 after a series of missed opportunities. Despite leading late in the game, a crucial interception by Lavonte David was followed by a three-and-out, allowing the Falcons to tie the game and ultimately win in overtime. Quarterback Baker Mayfield and left tackle Tristan Wirfs expressed their disappointment, emphasizing the need for the team to learn how to finish games. The loss dropped the Bucs to 3-2 in the NFC South, with a challenging matchup against the New Orleans Saints on the horizon.
Kirk Cousins lets it fly in career night as Falcons win in OT
In a thrilling overtime victory, Kirk Cousins delivered a record-breaking performance, passing for 509 yards and leading the Atlanta Falcons to a 36-30 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This game marked Cousins' career high in passing yards and set a new franchise record for the Falcons, surpassing Matt Ryan's previous record. With a strong showing from key receivers, including Drake London and Darnell Mooney, Cousins demonstrated his growing confidence and ability to lead the team effectively, especially after recovering from a season-ending injury last year.
In a thrilling overtime victory, Kirk Cousins delivered a record-breaking performance, passing for 509 yards and leading the Atlanta Falcons to a 36-30 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This game marked Cousins' career high in passing yards and set a new franchise record for the Falcons, surpassing Matt Ryan's previous record. With a strong showing from key receivers, including Drake London and Darnell Mooney, Cousins demonstrated his growing confidence and ability to lead the team effectively, especially after recovering from a season-ending injury last year.
Kirk Cousins lets it fly in career night as Falcons win in OT
Kirk Cousins delivered a record-setting performance in a thrilling overtime victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, throwing for 509 yards and four touchdowns. This marked a personal best for Cousins and a franchise record for the Atlanta Falcons. His impressive outing included key contributions from receivers Drake London and Darnell Mooney, as well as a game-winning touchdown catch from KhaDarel Hodge. The Falcons improved to 3-2 in the NFC South, showcasing their offensive potential under Cousins.
Kirk Cousins delivered a record-setting performance in a thrilling overtime victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, throwing for 509 yards and four touchdowns. This marked a personal best for Cousins and a franchise record for the Atlanta Falcons. His impressive outing included key contributions from receivers Drake London and Darnell Mooney, as well as a game-winning touchdown catch from KhaDarel Hodge. The Falcons improved to 3-2 in the NFC South, showcasing their offensive potential under Cousins.
Kirk Cousins, Falcons beat Bucs in overtime
In a thrilling NFC South showdown, the Atlanta Falcons edged the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 36-30 in overtime, thanks to a standout performance from quarterback Kirk Cousins. Cousins threw for a career-high 509 yards and four touchdowns, including a decisive 45-yard pass to KhaDarel Hodge. The game featured explosive offensive plays from both teams, with the Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield also having a strong outing, throwing three touchdowns in the first half. The victory places the Falcons in a tie for the division lead.
In a thrilling NFC South showdown, the Atlanta Falcons edged the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 36-30 in overtime, thanks to a standout performance from quarterback Kirk Cousins. Cousins threw for a career-high 509 yards and four touchdowns, including a decisive 45-yard pass to KhaDarel Hodge. The game featured explosive offensive plays from both teams, with the Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield also having a strong outing, throwing three touchdowns in the first half. The victory places the Falcons in a tie for the division lead.
Kirk Cousins, Falcons beat Bucs in overtime
In a thrilling NFC South showdown, the Atlanta Falcons edged out the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 36-30 in overtime, thanks to a 45-yard touchdown pass from Kirk Cousins to KhaDarel Hodge. Cousins set a career-high with 509 passing yards and threw four touchdowns, leading the Falcons to a tie atop the division. The Buccaneers, despite a strong performance from Baker Mayfield, struggled defensively, allowing 550 total yards and missing key players due to injuries.
In a thrilling NFC South showdown, the Atlanta Falcons edged out the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 36-30 in overtime, thanks to a 45-yard touchdown pass from Kirk Cousins to KhaDarel Hodge. Cousins set a career-high with 509 passing yards and threw four touchdowns, leading the Falcons to a tie atop the division. The Buccaneers, despite a strong performance from Baker Mayfield, struggled defensively, allowing 550 total yards and missing key players due to injuries.
Falcons Strike First After Saints Muff Punt Return
In a pivotal NFC South matchup, the Atlanta Falcons capitalized on a mistake by the New Orleans Saints, scoring their first special teams touchdown of the season. A muffed punt by Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed led to a touchdown for the Falcons, giving them an early 7-0 lead. This play highlighted the importance of special teams in tight divisional games.
In a pivotal NFC South matchup, the Atlanta Falcons capitalized on a mistake by the New Orleans Saints, scoring their first special teams touchdown of the season. A muffed punt by Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed led to a touchdown for the Falcons, giving them an early 7-0 lead. This play highlighted the importance of special teams in tight divisional games.
Falcons Strike First After Saints Muff Punt Return
In a heated NFC South matchup, the Atlanta Falcons capitalized on a mistake by the New Orleans Saints, scoring their first special teams touchdown of the season. A muffed punt by Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed allowed Falcons players to recover the ball in the end zone, giving Atlanta an early 7-0 lead. This play highlighted the importance of special teams in close divisional games.
In a heated NFC South matchup, the Atlanta Falcons capitalized on a mistake by the New Orleans Saints, scoring their first special teams touchdown of the season. A muffed punt by Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed allowed Falcons players to recover the ball in the end zone, giving Atlanta an early 7-0 lead. This play highlighted the importance of special teams in close divisional games.
Fantasy football Week 12 inactives: Status for DeVante Parker, Kyren Williams and others
This article provides updates on the inactive players for Week 12 of the NFL season and their impact on fantasy football. Some key takeaways include KhaDarel Hodge potentially getting more targets with Mack Hollins out, Tommy Tremble filling in for Hayden Hurst at tight end for the Panthers, and the return of DeVante Parker after clearing the concussion protocol for the Patriots.
This article provides updates on the inactive players for Week 12 of the NFL season and their impact on fantasy football. Some key takeaways include KhaDarel Hodge potentially getting more targets with Mack Hollins out, Tommy Tremble filling in for Hayden Hurst at tight end for the Panthers, and the return of DeVante Parker after clearing the concussion protocol for the Patriots.
Falcons leading receiver Drake London out with groin injury
The Atlanta Falcons will be without their top receiver Drake London due to a groin injury. London leads the team in targets, receptions, yards, and is tied for the team lead in receiving touchdowns. He has been targeted at least six times in his last seven games and has had at least five catches and over 50 yards receiving in each of his last four games. With London out, the Falcons will look to Mack Hollins, KhaDarel Hodge, and Van Jefferson at receiver, or potentially move tight end Kyle Pitts to some of London's routes.
The Atlanta Falcons will be without their top receiver Drake London due to a groin injury. London leads the team in targets, receptions, yards, and is tied for the team lead in receiving touchdowns. He has been targeted at least six times in his last seven games and has had at least five catches and over 50 yards receiving in each of his last four games. With London out, the Falcons will look to Mack Hollins, KhaDarel Hodge, and Van Jefferson at receiver, or potentially move tight end Kyle Pitts to some of London's routes.
Injury Update: Falcons WR Drake London Out for Game
Falcons wide receiver Drake London will miss Sunday's game against the Vikings due to a groin injury. This leaves Atlanta with a limited wide receiver group, but tight ends Kyle Pitts and Jonnu Smith are expected to see increased targets. Running backs Bijan Robinson and Cordarrelle Patterson may also have expanded roles in the passing game.
Falcons wide receiver Drake London will miss Sunday's game against the Vikings due to a groin injury. This leaves Atlanta with a limited wide receiver group, but tight ends Kyle Pitts and Jonnu Smith are expected to see increased targets. Running backs Bijan Robinson and Cordarrelle Patterson may also have expanded roles in the passing game.