ON THE FALCONS BEAT
ON THE FALCONS BEAT

The Bow Tie Chronicles: Falcons find a winning formula

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) drops back to pass against the New York Jets during the second quarter at MetLife Stadium.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) drops back to pass against the New York Jets during the second quarter at MetLife Stadium.
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Oct 30, 2017

Here’s the 19th episode of The Bow Tie Chronicles Podcast. The Falcons came up with a winning formula against the New York Jets on Sunday as they get ready to head into play in the NFC South Division.

Report card: Falcons 25, Jets 20

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