On Sunday night, the Atlanta Falcons lost to the Washington Commanders in overtime and no longer have control of the NFC South. The Falcons’ fate now rests with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers entering the final week of the 2024 season. The Buccaneers, who will be heavily favored next week against the New Orleans Saints, could clinch the division with a win at home in Week 18. The … [Read more...] about NFC South: Where do Falcons stand after loss to Commanders?
5 takeaways from Falcons’ 30-24 loss to Commanders in overtime
The Atlanta Falcons fought hard until the bitter end but had no answer for the Washington Commanders offense during Sunday night’s 30-24 overtime loss. Jayden Daniels racked up 364 total yards, including a game-high 127 rushing yards, to help the Commanders overcome a 10-point halftime deficit.The Falcons would not go down easy, though. On fourth-and-goal, rookie Michael Penix … [Read more...] about 5 takeaways from Falcons’ 30-24 loss to Commanders in overtime
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. throws first career TD pass to Kyle Pitts
The Falcons just will not quit. After a massive setback by a poor snap, the offense marched right back into scoring range where Michael Penix Jr. connected with Kyle Pitts on fourth and 11 to tie the game at 24. It was Penix’s first career touchdown pass. Watch Pitts tie the game in the fourth quarter against the Washington Commanders, as shared by the Falcons’ social media … [Read more...] about Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. throws first career TD pass to Kyle Pitts
Falcons list inactives for Sunday night matchup vs. Commanders
The Atlanta Falcons have released their inactives list for Sunday night’s game against the Washington Commanders. Seven players, including cornerback Kevin King and rookie defensive lineman Brandon Dorlus, have been ruled out for Week 17. King suffered a concussion during last week’s win over the New York Giants and missed all three days of practice. Atlanta also placed … [Read more...] about Falcons list inactives for Sunday night matchup vs. Commanders
5 bold predictions for Falcons-Commanders matchup on SNF
The Atlanta Falcons are in unfamiliar territory as they prepare to battle the Washington Commanders on NBC’s “Sunday Night Football.” This Week 17 matchup has serious playoff implications for both teams. The Falcons are holding onto a narrow lead in the NFC South while the Commanders are clutching onto the final NFC wild-card seed.Washington head coach Dan Quinn, who coached … [Read more...] about 5 bold predictions for Falcons-Commanders matchup on SNF