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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.
- The Falcons' offense is clicking, with Cousins showing elite form.
- The Buccaneers need to address their defensive issues and get healthy.
Kirk Cousins | QB
Breakout
Week 5
509 pass yards
4 pass TDs
1 interceptions
- Cousins threw for 509 yards and four touchdowns, showcasing his elite quarterbacking skills.
- He tied for the sixth time throwing for 350+ yards and three touchdowns in a prime-time game.
KhaDarel Hodge | WR
Pickup
Week 5
1 receptions
45 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Hodge made a significant impact with a game-winning 45-yard touchdown reception.
Drake London | WR
Breakout
Week 5
12 receptions
154 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- London had a standout performance with 12 catches for 154 yards and his first touchdown against Tampa Bay.
Baker Mayfield | QB
Breakout
Week 5
129 pass yards
3 pass TDs
0- Mayfield had a strong first half with three touchdowns, showing resilience under pressure.
Darnell Mooney | WR
Breakout
Week 5
9 receptions
105 rec yards
2 rec TDs
- Mooney had a career-high performance with 9 catches for 105 yards and multiple touchdown receptions.
Kyle Pitts | TE
Breakout
Week 5
7 receptions
88 rec yards
- Pitts had his best game in almost a year with 7 catches for 88 yards, showing signs of resurgence.
Atlanta Falcons
- The Falcons are proving to be a strong contender in the NFC South with back-to-back wins.
- Cousins' performance indicates he is back to form, which is crucial for the team's success.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- The Buccaneers need to improve their defense, which has been inconsistent.
- Injuries are impacting their performance, and they need to get healthy before their next game.