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First quarter
Quarterback Kirk Cousins emerged victorious by leading a seven-play, 70-yard drive that ended with a 14-yard touchdown pass to Drake London. It was Atlanta’s first touchdown in the first quarter this season. The Chiefs responded with a ridiculously long 17-play drive, but Falcons safety Justin Simmons really gave them trouble with an interception in the end zone that prevented the potential touchdown.
Points games
Falcons: 14-yard pass from Cousins to London (PAT good) – 7-0, ATL
End of the first quarter: Falcons 7, Chiefs 0**
Second quarter
Kansas City quickly responded and tied the game. Patrick Mahomes capitalized on a 13-yard touchdown pass to Rashee Rice, showing off her strength on third down. Atlanta quickly responded with a five-play, 70-yard run that included a 50-yard pass from Kyle Pitts. The sprint ended with a 1-yard touchdown run by Bijan Robinson.However, injuries hit the Falcons team hard – right tackle Kaleb McGary and center Drew Dalman left the game. The Chiefs took advantage of these setbacks by kicking two field goals and winning the half with a 14-13 lead for Atlanta.
Halftime: Falcons 14, Chiefs 13
Third quarter
The Falcons were still suffering from injuries when Kansas City again took the field and took the lead with a 21-yard field goal. They extended that lead shortly after when JuJu Smith-Schuster caught a 13-yard touchdown pass to give them a 22-14 lead.
End of the third quarter: Chiefs 22, Falcons 14
Fourth quarter
The Falcons answered with a 54-yard field goal by Younghoe Koo, cutting their deficit to five. Then Atlanta forced the Chiefs into a quick three-and-out and a beautiful 83-yard drive that stalled on a crucial fourth down at the Chiefs’ 6-yard line, sealing their fate.
Final score: Chiefs 22, Falcons 17
The jersey swap between Bijan Robinson and Isiah Pacheco showed mutual respect and camaraderie after the game.
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