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In a thrilling finish, the Atlanta Falcons secured their first win of the season against the Philadelphia Eagles with a last-minute touchdown drive led by Kirk Cousins. The Falcons overcame a six-point deficit with just over a minute left in the game, culminating in a 22-21 victory. Cousins completed 20 of 29 passes for 241 yards and two touchdowns, while Bijan Robinson shone with 97 rushing yards and 122 total yards from scrimmage. The Eagles struggled without A.J. Brown, who was sidelined due to a hamstring injury, and faced challenges in their pass rush.
- Bijan Robinson is emerging as a key player for the Falcons, achieving over 100 yards from scrimmage in both games this season.
- Kirk Cousins showed resilience on Monday Night Football, improving his record in recent games.
- The Eagles need to address their pass rush and find ways to cope without A.J. Brown.
Kirk Cousins | QB
Breakout
241 pass yards
2 pass TDs
- Cousins led a game-winning drive, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.
- His performance included 241 passing yards and 2 touchdowns.
Drake London | WR
Pickup
- London caught the game-winning touchdown pass from Cousins, highlighting his importance in the offense.
Bijan Robinson | RB
Breakout
14 carries
97 rush yards
- Robinson was a focal point of the offense, achieving 97 rushing yards and 122 total yards from scrimmage.
- He became the first Falcons running back since 2011 to have over 100 yards from scrimmage in the first two games of a season.
Jalen Hurts | QB
Injury
1 rush TDs
- Hurts struggled to find his rhythm without A.J. Brown and faced challenges against the Falcons' defense.
- He managed to score a rushing touchdown but ultimately threw an interception at a critical moment.
Atlanta Falcons
- The Falcons demonstrated resilience and effective offensive strategies, particularly in the final moments of the game.
- Improvement in playcalling has made Robinson a key player.
Philadelphia Eagles
- The Eagles need to adapt their game plan without A.J. Brown and improve their pass rush.
- Following a disappointing loss, they face a challenging schedule ahead.