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The Atlanta Falcons Have Nothing to Apologize for

Other than the national anthem protests, the major story of this past 24-hour news-cycle in the sports world has been centered around what transpired on the final play of the game in a thriller between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions.

On 3rd-and-goal from the 1-yard line, Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford thew a quick slant to wide receiver Golden Tate, who looked like he got into the end zone for the game winning touchdown with 8 seconds left in the game.

Upon further review however, it was ruled that his knee had hit the ground before the ball broke the plain, and that Atlanta cornerback Brian Poole touched him down in that moment.