The Bow Tie Chronicles: Penalties hurt in Falcons’ loss to Jets
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — In the 345th episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles podcast, host D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution discusses the Falcons’ 24-16 loss to the New York Jets on “Monday Night Football.” Quarterbacks Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder led the Falcons to a 16-0 lead, but the reserves could not close out the victory. The Falcons, who committed 13 penalties for 121 yards, dropped to 1-1 in the exhibition season.
About the Author
Honored by the Pro Football Hall of Fame in recognition of his "long and distinguished reporting in the field of pro football," D. Orlando Ledbetter, Esq. has covered the NFL 28 seasons. A graduate of Howard University, he's a winner of Georgia Sportswriter of the Year and three Associated Press Sports Editor awards.
