Atlanta Falcons Topple Cowboys in Thrilling Matchup

Atlanta, GA – The Atlanta Falcons secured a hard-fought victory against the Dallas Cowboys on November 3, 2024, winning the game 27-21. This marked a significant moment for the Falcons, especially for linebacker Arnold Ebiketie, who contributed with his first sack of the season.

The game was intense, with both teams displaying strong performances. Atlanta’s defense, anchored by Ebiketie, made crucial stops that kept them ahead. Ebiketie finished the game with five tackles, including three solo efforts. His efforts, along with three quarterback hits, were vital in containing the Cowboy’s offense.

On the offensive side, the Falcons benefited from a balanced attack. Quarterback Desmond Ridder and running back Tyler Allgeier worked together effectively to drive the ball down the field. The combination of solid passing and rushing kept the Cowboys’ defense on their heels.

Another standout performance came from Saquon Barkley, a former Penn State Nittany Lion and now a star running back for the Philadelphia Eagles. Barkley shined in his game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, amassing 159 rushing yards and 40 receiving yards, along with two touchdowns. This impressive display earned him the NFC Offensive Player of the Week title for the third time this season. Currently, Barkley ranks second in the NFL for rushing yards and is tied for third with eight total touchdowns.

Penn State alumni continue to make a mark in the NFL, with 47 players currently on the rosters of 24 different teams. Week 9 highlighted the contributions of former Nittany Lions, including tight end Mike Gesicki, who caught two touchdown passes for the Cincinnati Bengals, and rookie Theo Johnson, who scored his first NFL touchdown with the New York Giants.

This week also saw Blake Gillikin, punter for the Arizona Cardinals, recognized as NFC Special Teams Player of the Week for his exceptional performance, which included three punts inside the opponent’s 20-yard line.

The NFL season is heating up, and former Penn State players continue to shine on the professional stage, helping their teams in crucial matchups all across the league.