The Atlanta Falcons secured a necessary win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday in a game that was equal parts and impressive and infuriating. A different, less effective — and more injured — team emerged from the locker room in the second half, but nevertheless held on for a 34-29 victory. Let’s take a look at the good and the bad.
Hat Tips
A familiar refrain: The Falcons immediately surrender a first possession touchdown. It’s one that’s grown tired through six weeks, but alas quarterback Jameis Winston and running back Peyton Barber went all Ginsu knife on the Falcons defense on their opening drive that culminated in a 15-yard touchdown.