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In a motivational speech to his teammates, Kirk Cousins inspired the Atlanta Falcons to a 31-26 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Cousins had a standout performance, throwing for 276 yards and three touchdowns, solidifying his dominance over the Bucs this season. The Falcons improved to 4-0 in the NFC South, showcasing their strength in the division with two wins against their main rivals.
- Kirk Cousins delivered an inspiring speech that motivated the Falcons to victory.
- Cousins had a remarkable game, throwing for three touchdowns and leading the Falcons to a strong division record.
Kirk Cousins | QB
Breakout
Week 8
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1 carries
13 rush yards
0276 pass yards
2 pass TDs
00- Cousins threw for 276 yards and three touchdowns, continuing his impressive performance against the Buccaneers.
- He became the fourth quarterback in NFL history to achieve 750 passing yards and eight touchdowns against a single opponent in a season.
Kyle Pitts | TE
Breakout
Week 8
- Pitts caught two touchdown passes from Cousins, contributing significantly to the team's offensive success.
Darnell Mooney | WR
Pickup
Week 8
- Mooney added a touchdown reception, showcasing the depth of the Falcons' receiving corps.
Bijan Robinson | RB
Breakout
Week 8
- Robinson caught a touchdown pass, further establishing himself as a versatile weapon in the Falcons' offense.
Atlanta Falcons
- The Falcons are now 4-0 in the NFC South, demonstrating their dominance in the division.
- Cousins' leadership and performance have revitalized the team after a previous loss.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- The Buccaneers struggled against a strong Falcons team, losing both matchups this season.
- They will need to regroup and address their weaknesses to remain competitive in the division.