The Atlanta Falcons (0-1) managed just 10 points in Sunday’s season-opening loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers (1-0). While the defense didn’t have its best day, the offense let the team down most as they couldn’t outscore Steelers kicker Chris Boswell. Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins was rocky in his team debut, passing for 155 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions for a … [Read more...] about Falcons Twitter reacts to sloppy Week 1 loss to the Steelers
Devonta Freeman gives one-word description of Falcons’ Week 1 loss
The Falcons opened the season on the wrong foot by losing to a team that failed to get into the end zone. Atlanta’s Week 1 matchup was death by a thousand cuts as Chris Boswell netted six field goals to give Pittsburgh an 18-10 victory at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Considering the lofty expectations entering the season, fans were upset and even some former players expressed their … [Read more...] about Devonta Freeman gives one-word description of Falcons’ Week 1 loss
5 takeaways from Falcons’ 18-10 loss to the Steelers
The Atlanta Falcons played their highly anticipated season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday afternoon and the game did not go as expected. The favored Falcons held a 10-9 halftime lead but were shut out by the Steelers defense in the second half of Sunday’s 18-10 loss.With Russell Wilson (calf) unable to play, Pittsburgh went with Justin Fields at quarterback. … [Read more...] about 5 takeaways from Falcons’ 18-10 loss to the Steelers
Falcons list inactives for Week 1 matchup against Steelers
The Atlanta Falcons have listed their inactives for Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Six players, including rookie defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro and cornerback Antonio Hamilton, have been ruled out for this Week 1 matchup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Only two of the team’s eight draft picks are active for Sunday’s season opener. Quarterback Michael … [Read more...] about Falcons list inactives for Week 1 matchup against Steelers
Falcons QB Kirk Cousins connects with Kyle Pitts for TD vs. Steelers
After a slow start, the Falcons offense kicked it to another gear as the first half came to a close. Kirk Cousins methodically picked apart the Steelers defense, aided by a key catch from Ray-Ray McCloud, and capped off the drive by finding a wide-open Kyle Pitts for Atlanta’s first touchdown of the season. Pitts has two catches for 18 yards and a touchdown in the first half. … [Read more...] about Falcons QB Kirk Cousins connects with Kyle Pitts for TD vs. Steelers