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The epic shootout between Bryce Young’s Panthers and Michael Penix Jr.’s Falcons required overtime, with the game tied 27 apiece after 60 minutes. When Young went to meet Clay Martin for the coin toss, the head referee made a bizarre mistake.
The NFL season continues in Week 11 when the Atlanta Falcons host the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Start time, how to watch, streaming and NFL schedule.
Few teams have needed a win more than the Atlanta Falcons did on Sunday. They were coming off four-straight losses, the most recent being a heartbreaker in overtime overseas. However, they had Carolina on tap,
Bryce Young had a record-setting day against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. The third-year quarterback threw for a career-high 448 passing yards and three touchdowns on 31-of-45 passing, setting a new Panthers franchise record for passing yards. On top of his outstanding numbers, Young led the Panthers on a game-winning drive in overtime.
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NFL insider reveals Falcons WR Drake London's status vs. Panthers
According to a report from ESPN's Adam Schefter, Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London is "planning to play" in the team's Week 11 game against the Carolina Panthers. London was listed as questionable on the Falcons' final injury report due to an illness.
Sunday’s defeat came with more than just scoreboard damage. The Falcons lost two key offensive players during the game, adding to the frustration. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. exited in the second half after suffering a knee injury, leaving the offense in the hands of the backup Kirk Cousins.
Xavier Legette caught a 36-yard TD with his fingertips, the Carolina Panthers trimmed their deficit against the Atlanta Falcons in the second half.
The Atlanta Falcons suffer a crushing overtime loss to the Carolina Panthers, putting their playoff hopes in jeopardy. Read the full article.