The Atlanta Falcons improved to 8-7 on the season after Sunday’s 34-7 win over the New York Giants. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. made his first NFL start and aside from a few drops, it couldn’t have gone much better for the rookie. Penix completed 18 of 27 pass attempts for 202 passing yards and an interception. Atlanta’s defense finished with three sacks, two interceptions … [Read more...] about Falcons defeat Giants: Highlights from Week 16
Falcons RB Bijan Robinson hits yet another milestone in Week 16
It has been quite the season for Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson, and the Texas product continued to roll during Sunday’s 34-7 win over the New York Giants. Just minutes into the game, Robinson had already broken another record. In addition to becoming the first Falcon to reach over 10 rushing touchdowns in a single season since 2010, he also became the fastest … [Read more...] about Falcons RB Bijan Robinson hits yet another milestone in Week 16
Falcons linebacker has message for Cowboys QB Cooper Rush
The Atlanta Falcons received an early Christmas gift from the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday evening. After defeating the New York Giants, 34-7, the Falcons got to sit back and watch as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were upset by the Cowboys in prime time. The Buccaneers dropped to 8-7, losing their division lead with two games left in the season. And just like that, Atlanta is back atop … [Read more...] about Falcons linebacker has message for Cowboys QB Cooper Rush
Studs and Duds from Falcons’ blowout win over the Giants
The Falcons delivered the kind of performance they desperately needed in Week 16, dominating the New York Giants in a 34-7 victory. With a change at quarterback, many wanted to see a more fluid offensive attack, and that’s exactly what we saw in Michael Penix Jr.’s first NFL start.The offense moved the ball well, the defense scored two touchdowns, and the team officially got … [Read more...] about Studs and Duds from Falcons’ blowout win over the Giants
NFL analysts impressed by Falcons QB Michael Penix’s first start
The Atlanta Falcons have to be happy with what they saw from rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in his first NFL start. While the numbers don’t jump out, Penix’s decisiveness, arm talent and pocket mobility were on display during Sunday’s 34-7 win over the New York Giants. The Falcons were criticized for drafting Penix with the No. 8 overall pick after signing Kirk Cousins to … [Read more...] about NFL analysts impressed by Falcons QB Michael Penix’s first start