The Atlanta Falcons fell to 1-2 after losing to the Kansas City Chiefs, despite leading 14-10 at halftime. Key injuries to center Drew Dalman and right tackle Kaleb McGary shifted the offense’s dynamic, limiting their effectiveness in the second half.
Kirk Cousins showed improvement, making decisive throws under pressure, but the team’s self-inflicted errors and injuries hampered their performance. The Falcons’ defense held strong initially but struggled against the Chiefs’ run game as the game progressed.
Officiating was a point of contention, with missed calls impacting critical moments. Despite the loss, Atlanta demonstrated they can compete with top teams. If they can recover from injuries, they have a solid chance to contend this season.