The Atlanta Falcons lost their third game of the season on Sunday, a 21-15 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Playing on the road without their top two offensive weapons, the Falcons fought back from a 21-0 deficit to make it six-point game with four minutes remaining.
The Bucs would hold on for the 21-15 victory, which gives them sole possession of first place in the NFC South. After the game, Falcons head coach Arthur Smith said he was proud of the way his team fought until the end.
"I'm proud of our guys. We don't ever think we're out of the fight." -Arthur Smith pic.twitter.com/9dJ4Nl0Qmf
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) October 9, 2022
Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota took the podium shortly after Smith and also praised the team’s resilience.
"We got a great group of guys. We have found ways to make it close and have a chance to win." – Marcus Mariota pic.twitter.com/9J5cqlXvaB
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) October 9, 2022
