The Atlanta Falcons kicked off Week 5 with an exhilarating 36-30 additional time victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Even although he put the ball in hurt’s manner a couple of occasions, Kirk Cousins knifed by Tampa Bay’s passing protection all night, ending with over 500 passing yards and 4 touchdowns. Having stated that, Cousins saved his greatest for final, as he led the Falcons offense to the game-tying area aim with no time left within the fourth quarter along with the game-winning drive to open additional time. The Falcons’ victory improved them to 3-2 whereas the Bucs’ loss moved them to 3-2.
PFF’s devoted group of graders was onerous at work, analyzing each participant on each play in actual time. The grades and knowledge will probably be out there after an intensive assessment tomorrow at 12 p.m. EST.
In the meantime, we’ve gathered some high-level knowledge and snap counts from the sport to provide you an early look. Our knowledgeable graders have additionally nominated the standout participant of the sport, highlighting distinctive efficiency on the sphere.
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PLAYER OF THE GAME
Falcons receiver Drake London was the most effective a part of Atlanta’s aerial assault in Thursday night time’s victory, ending with 12 receptions from 13 targets for 154 receiving yards (47 of which got here after the catch) and a landing. He picked up eight first downs (together with the landing) and compelled a missed deal with as a receiver as nicely.
BOX SCORE
| Buccaneers | Falcons | |
| Total factors | 30 | 36 |
| Total offensive performs | 51 | 81 |
| Average EPA per play | 0.148 | 0.142 |
| Total internet yards | 348 | 541 |
| Avg yards per play | 6.8 | 6.7 |
| Total first downs | 20 | 26 |
| Rushing first downs | 5 | 2 |
| Passing first downs | 14 | 24 |
| Penalty first downs | 1 | 0 |
| Third-down effectivity | 55% | 43% |
| Fourth-down effectivity | 0% | 25% |
| Possessions | 10 | 10 |
| Avg performs per drive | 6.1 | 8.7 |
| Avg yards per drive | 31.6 | 49.2 |
| Avg factors per drive | 2.7 | 3.3 |
| Red-zone possessions | 3 | 3 |
| Red-zone performs | 10 | 7 |
| Red-zone TDs | 2 | 2 |
| Red-zone FGs | 1 | 0 |
| Red-zone scoring effectivity | 100% | 67% |
SNAP COUNTS & PLAYER PARTICIPATION
