Falcons running back Todd Gurley tried his best to stop.
When Atlanta lined up for a first-and-goal at Detroit's 10-yard line with 1:12 left in the game, trailing 16-14, the Falcons wanted to run the clock out before kicking the game-winning field goal. Gurley, however, broke multiple tackles before getting free and seeing nothing but the end zone ahead of him. Knowing Atlanta's plan, Gurley tried at the last second to get down, but his momentum carried him across the goal line.
With 64 seconds remaining on the clock, the Lions drove the ball 75 yards and scored a game-winning touchdown on an 11-yard pass from Matthew Stafford to T.J. Hockenson.
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"I was mad as hell," Gurley said of his last touchdown. "I was trying not to, my momentum took me in. It's kind of crazy, the last time I played Detroit, I went down and this time I end up scoring. It's like, what goes around comes around."
The Falcons discussed the notion of avoiding getting into the end zone after Gurley picked up a first down on an impressive third-down run that forced the Lions to burn their final timeout. Atlanta expected Detroit to give it a shot at the end zone, hoping to get the ball back for one last opportunity to win the game, and Gurley's mistake played right into that strategy.
"We knew that was kind of going to be their ideal choice for us to get in the end zone so they could have a chance to go down there and score," Morris said. "So, we wanted to take the knee on the [1-yard line] and he obviously tried, and he fell in the end zone at the last second there, getting tripped up a little bit."
Detroit played well against Atlanta's run game all afternoon, allowing just 66 yards on the ground. Gurley led the Falcons with 63 yards on 23 carries, and he scored two touchdowns. That second touchdown, however, is one he'd like to have back.
While the situation was clear for every Falcons player, including Gurley, that doesn't necessarily make his responsibility any easier, as Matt Ryan pointed out after the game.
"That's a tough position as a player," Ryan said. "When you're lowering your pads and the momentum of trying to get yards is there, that's a difficult spot to be in. It's just a disappointing way for that game to end."
Ryan maneuvered the Falcons into position for that final touchdown run, and he played well for much of the game. The NFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week 6 completed 31 passes for 338 yards and a touchdown pass to Calvin Ridley.
Atlanta's offense benefitted from Gurley's performance for much of the game, though. And while the didn't light up the box score, Ryan was appreciative of the performance Gurley put together.
"He played his ass off, he really did," Ryan said. "It was tough sledding for him in the run game but he's so physical and wore them down at the end and had some great runs. Todd is a great teammate and he is an unbelievable competitor. I thought he played hard."
Still, while he played well against a defense clearly focused on stopping Atlanta's top offensive weapons, Gurley understands the final offensive play was the most important one of the game. For as mad as he stated he was after scoring that last touchdown, Gurley isn't absolving himself of the responsibility for the game's turnout either.
"It's like you can put the blame on that, put the blame on this," Gurley said. "I'm not that type of person. I'll man up and take the responsibility. I tried to go down but I didn't. Trying is not good enough. Just have to do better on my behalf."
Get an inside look at the matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions with top photos from inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Week 7.
Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 is shown after tackling Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford #9 during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 in action during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 in action during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 and linebacker Mykal Walker #43 make a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons strong safety Keanu Neal #22 in action during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons free safety Ricardo Allen #37 gestures during the first half against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 makes a stop on the goal line during the first half against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 makes a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 is tackles Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford #9 during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 runs over a Rise Up & Vote decal during pregame before the Atlanta Falcons face the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons strong safety Keanu Neal #22 in action during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 is shown in the tunnel before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons strong safety Keanu Neal #22 makes a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 is shown during warm up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 is shown during warm up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 and wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 are shown during warm up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 is shown during warm up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Jacob Tuioti-Mariner #91 with a Detroit Lions players during warm ups before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 is shown during warm up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons take the field before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons players is shown wearing Rise Up & Vote Cleats during warm up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 takes the field before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons Owber Arthur M Blank waves to fans before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Isaiah Oliver #26 warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Edmond Robinson #46 warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Edmond Robinson #46 warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive back Kendall Sheffield #20 warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons huddle up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Fans are shown during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
A tribute to Vaughn McClure is shown on the Halo Board during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage #83 warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 runs over a Rise Up & Vote decal during pregame before the Atlanta Falcons face the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 fist bumps Atlanta Falcons coach coach Mayur Chaudhari during warm ups before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons free safety Ricardo Allen #37 is shown during warm ups before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
The Atlanta Falcons drumlins performs during pregame before the Atlanta Falcons face the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
Dr. Bernice King pulls the train horn during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 gestures before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
The Atlanta Falcons huddle during pregame before the Atlanta Falcons face the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Luke Stocker #88 stretches over a Rise Up & Vote decal during pregame before the Atlanta Falcons face the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
The Atlanta Falcons drumlins performs during pregame before the Atlanta Falcons face the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
Dr. Bernice King pulls the train horn during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
The Atlanta Falcons run out during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
The offensive line huddles up during pregame before the Atlanta Falcons face the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
The Atlanta Falcons run out of the tunnel during pregame before the Atlanta Falcons face the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
The Atlanta Falcons run out during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
Dr. Bernice King pulls the train horn during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
The Atlanta Falcons drumlins performs during pregame before the Atlanta Falcons face the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Kaleb McGary #76 runs over a Rise Up & Vote decal during pregame before the Atlanta Falcons face the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
Dr. Bernice King pulls the train horn during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
The Atlanta Falcons drumlins performs during pregame before the Atlanta Falcons face the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
Dr. Bernice King pulls the train horn during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Dakota Williams/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Blidi Wreh-Wilson #33 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley #98 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley #98 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Blidi Wreh-Wilson #33 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley #98 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Cleats worn by Atlanta Falcons center Alex Mack #51 during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus #17 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Cleats worn by Atlanta Falcons center Alex Mack #51 during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Cleats worn during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons safety Sharrod Neasman #41 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons center Matt Hennessy #61 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Cleats worn during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 and quarterback Matt Schaub #8 talk during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris looks on during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith #25 hugs former teammate Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Hall #17 during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Falcons fans during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Hill #23 hugs former teammate Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Hall #17 during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Hill #23 runs during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus #17 looks on during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Rise Up & Vote cleats worn by an Atlanta Falcons player during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 gestures during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Rise Up & Vote cleats worn by an Atlanta Falcons player during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Hill #23 makes a catch during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Brandon Powell #15, wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 and wide receiver Julio Jones #11 huddle up during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 looks on during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Christian Blake #13 and Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage #83 talk during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 looks on during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 makes a catch during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Hill #23 makes a catch during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
The Atlanta Falcons huddle up during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 gestures during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 warms up during pregame before facing the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank gives a thumbs up during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris and wide receiver Julio Jones #11 are shown before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 looks on during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 looks on during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 stretches during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Falcons fans cheer during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo #7 looks on during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
The Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders perform during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 runs out of the tunnel during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris looks on during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 runs out of the tunnel during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Christian Blake #13 runs out of the tunnel during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
The Atlanta Falcons huddle up during pregame against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 runs the ball during the first half against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons free safety Ricardo Allen #37 makes a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 celebrates with defensive end Allen Bailey #93 during the first half against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
A security associate wears a mask while holding a sign for masks during the first half against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Cleats worm by Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo #7 and Detroit Lions kicker Matt Prater #5 are shown during warm ups before the against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 and defensive end Dante Fowler Jr. #56 are shown before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons Owner Athru M Blank is shown before theme against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 takes the field before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris is shown before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons Owner Athru M Blank is shown before theme against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons center Matt Hennessy #61 takes the field before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith #40 is shown before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 is shown during warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 in action during the first quarter of the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons center Matt Hennessy #61 snaps the ball during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris and wide receiver Julio Jones #11 are shown before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 in action during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by \h2Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 is shown after tackling Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford #9 during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons center Alex Mack #51 and Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford #9 are shown during the coin toss before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
The Offensive Line is shown during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive back Kendall Sheffield #20 warms up before the game against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
A fan waves a Falcon flag during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Brandon Powell #15 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons strong safety Keanu Neal #22 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 and Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris are shown after Todd Gurley II scored a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 receives the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 and wide receiver Julio Jones #11 are shown together after quarterback Matt Ryan #2 threw a touchdown pass to wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 celebrates with quarterback Matt Ryan #2 altering scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley #21 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 and Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris are shown after Calvin Ridley scores a touchdown during the second quarter in against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 in action during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 in action during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley #18 celebrates with quarterback Matt Ryan #2 altering scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by AJ Reynolds/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons strong safety Keanu Neal #22 makes a tackle during the first half against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Kyle Hess/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 sacks Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford #9 during the third quarter \ragainst the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons strong safety Keanu Neal #22 and defensive end Steven Means #55 celebrate after making sack a play during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive back Kendall Sheffield #20 in action during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Adam Hagy/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 and cornerback Isaiah Oliver #26 make a tackle during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2020. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Atlanta Falcons)
