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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 pass from Kirk Cousins to Drake London. Cousins, who had struggled on Monday nights in the past, completed 20 of 29 passes for 241 yards and two touchdowns. Bijan Robinson also shined, rushing for 97 yards and contributing significantly to the Falcons' offense. The Eagles, missing star receiver A.J. Brown due to injury, were unable to hold onto their lead and fell to 1-1 on the season.
- Kirk Cousins overcame his Monday Night Football struggles to lead the Falcons to victory.
- Bijan Robinson's performance continues to highlight his importance in the Falcons' offense.
- The Eagles need to address their pass rush issues and find ways to win without A.J. Brown.
Kirk Cousins | QB
Breakout
Week 2
241 pass yards
2 pass TDs
1 interceptions
- Cousins threw for 241 yards and two touchdowns, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.
- He has improved his performance in recent Monday Night Football games.
Drake London | WR
Pickup
Week 2
- Caught the game-winning touchdown pass, demonstrating his clutch ability.
- Continues to be a key target in the Falcons' passing game.
Bijan Robinson | RB
Breakout
Week 2
14 carries
97 rush yards
- Rushed for 97 yards on 14 carries and had a total of 122 yards from scrimmage.
- First Falcons running back since Michael Turner to have 100+ yards from scrimmage in the first two games of the season.
Jalen Hurts | QB
Week 2
200 pass yards
1 pass TDs
1 interceptions
- Despite the loss, Hurts managed to score a touchdown and convert crucial third downs.
- Needs to improve on avoiding turnovers, as he threw an interception in the final moments.
Atlanta Falcons
- The Falcons showed resilience and effective offensive play, particularly in the final moments.
- Bijan Robinson's role is crucial for their success moving forward.
Philadelphia Eagles
- The absence of A.J. Brown was felt, and the team struggled to maintain their lead.
- The defense needs to improve their pass rush to support the offense.