The New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl LI felt early on that the Patriots defense was hanging on by a very thin edge. A scoreless first quarter simply set the stage for some second quarter fireworks.
The Falcons had two quick strikes before the half, both lasting just five plays and taking less than two minutes off the clock. The first drive went for 71 yards and was capped by a Devonta Freeman five yard run to put the Falcons up 7-0.