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The Atlanta Falcons Win on Thursday Night Football

A Look at How the Atlanta Falcons Won on Thursday Night Football

The Atlanta Falcons won on Thursday Night Football against the Miami Dolphins. The Falcons won the game with a score of 23-16. This was the Falcons' first win of the season. It was also the first win under new head coach Arthur Smith. The Falcons were led by quarterback Matt Ryan, who threw for 323 yards and 2 touchdowns. Running back Mike Davis also had a good game contributing 74 yards and a touchdown.

Key Plays in the Game

There were several key plays in the game that led to the Falcons' victory. One key play was a 47-yard touchdown pass from Ryan to wide receiver Calvin Ridley in the 1st quarter. This gave the Falcons an early 7-0 lead. Another key play was a 23-yard touchdown run by Davis in the 4th quarter. This gave the Falcons a 23-10 lead and helped seal the victory.

Defensive Performance

The Falcons' defense also played a big role in the win. The defense held the Dolphins to just 16 points and forced three turnovers. Defensive end Dante Fowler Jr. had a big game with two sacks and a forced fumble. Linebacker Deion Jones also had a good game with 8 tackles and an interception.

What's Next for the Falcons?

The Falcons will look to build on their win next week when they face the New York Giants. The Giants are 0-2 on the season, so the Falcons will have a chance to improve to 2-1.