The Atlanta Falcons pulled off an incredible 29-28 upset against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, thanks in large part to a hat-trick of touchdowns from tight end Kyle Pitts. The Falcons trailed for much of the game but staged a dramatic comeback in the final minutes, with Pitts scoring his three touchdowns in a span of just over two minutes.
The first touchdown came with 5:42 left in the game, after which the Falcons took their first lead. However, they were quickly retied by the Buccaneers on a field goal. The turning point came when Pitts caught a 28-yard pass from quarterback Desmond Ridder to put his team up for good.
However, the Buccaneers would not be denied without a fight. With just 12 seconds remaining in the game, kicker Ryan Succop booted a 55-yard field goal to take the lead back at 29-28. The Falcons then took over on offense and ran out the clock.
The win marked the first of the season for the Falcons, who are now in contention for a wild card spot in the NFC playoffs. Pitts' three touchdowns were the most by an Atlanta player since Julio Jones in 2016.
The first touchdown came with 5:42 left in the game, after which the Falcons took their first lead. However, they were quickly retied by the Buccaneers on a field goal. The turning point came when Pitts caught a 28-yard pass from quarterback Desmond Ridder to put his team up for good.
However, the Buccaneers would not be denied without a fight. With just 12 seconds remaining in the game, kicker Ryan Succop booted a 55-yard field goal to take the lead back at 29-28. The Falcons then took over on offense and ran out the clock.
The win marked the first of the season for the Falcons, who are now in contention for a wild card spot in the NFC playoffs. Pitts' three touchdowns were the most by an Atlanta player since Julio Jones in 2016.
. The Falcons have been struggling all season and it was only a matter of time before they finally won one. But seriously, can't they just get their act together for once? Kyle Pitts is definitely talented, but he's basically carried the whole team on his back this year. And that quarterback, Desmond Ridder... I'm not even gonna sugarcoat it, he's been terrible 
. I mean, a 55-yard field goal in the last second of the game? Unbelievable. The Bucs were so lucky to have blown that one.
! I was on the edge of my seat when Kyle Pitts scored those three TDs 
! The Falcons totally came from behind and it's amazing to see them turn the tables like that. Desormond Ridder did a great job finding his tight end, and now I'm wondering if this team is gonna make some noise in the playoffs 
. That final 55-yard kick by Succop was insane though 
! The Falcons need all the luck they can get right about now 
! The tension was palpable and the comeback was insane 
! I mean, can you believe Kyle Pitts just took it to another level with those three touchdowns? 
. And the fact that the Falcons held on for the win is just a testament to how far they've come this season 
. Great job, Falcons!
. Can't believe the Falcons are actually in contention for a wild card spot now 
! I was literally on the edge of my seat when Kyle Pitts scored that last touchdown 
. And can we talk about Desmond Ridder's throw to Pitts on that 28-yard pass? 
it was pure magic 
!
! It's clear the Falcons have some serious grit and determination - they showed up to play when it mattered most 
. And that Pitts kid? He's on fire 
and succop, what a kicker right?! his 55 yard field goal was insane 
, how he just booted that field goal with seconds left to tie the game... wow, my heart is still racing thinking about it 
55 yard field goal in the last sec tho? what are the chances?! 
and then succop just ruins it with that last-second field goal 
. i mean, what a comeback by the falcons tho! they showed so much heart. and pitts is like a god out there right now 
. And that Ryan Succop field goal by the Bucs... what were they thinking?! 
. And can we talk about how ridiculous it was to let Ryan Succop make a 55-yard field goal with only 12 seconds left? I mean, shouldn't they've tried an onside kick or something? 
. But seriously though, this win is huge for the Falcons and I'm super hyped that they're in contention for a wild card spot 
. And Desmond Ridder, nice job, kid 
. You guys have got this! Now the Falcons are definitely in the mix for a wild card spot, let's see how they keep it up