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In-game replay: Clayborn forces, recovers fumble

Adrian Clayborn #99 celebrates with Jack Crawford of the Falcons after sacking Aaron Rodgers of the Packers (not pictured) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 17 in Atlanta.
Adrian Clayborn #99 celebrates with Jack Crawford of the Falcons after sacking Aaron Rodgers of the Packers (not pictured) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 17 in Atlanta.
By Maghen Moore
Nov 12, 2017

Atlanta Falcons defensive end Adrian Clayborn had himself a first half against the Dallas Cowboys Sunday.

Late in the second half, as the Cowboys tried to take back the lead, Clayborn forced and recovered a fumble to keep the Falcons three-point lead, 10-7.

For the first time in his career, Clayborn recorded three sacks in the game against Dallas.

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