Tampa’s run game, Atlanta’s third-down play and more notes from Falcons vs. Buccaneers

Catching you up on the news, notes and quotes from the Falcons' win against the San Francisco 49ers…

By Will McFadden · Atlanta Falcons

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 3:33 PM

Key Things to Know

The Atlanta Falcons lost 16-0 to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in rainy conditions.
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. threw a career-high four interceptions in the defeat.
Tampa Bay rushed for 324 yards on 56 attempts, led by Bucky Irving and Kenny Gainwell.

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The Atlanta Falcons were shut out 16-0 by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers amid heavy rain on Sunday afternoon. Atlanta quarterback Michael Penix Jr. threw four interceptions for the first time in his NFL career, with three coming in the first half. The loss dropped the Falcons to a 1-2 record in NFC South division games.

Tampa Bay dominated on the ground, running 56 times for 324 yards behind Bucky Irving and Kenny Gainwell. Atlanta struggled heavily on key downs, failing to convert on all 12 third-down attempts, while head coach Kevin Stefanski noted the offense's inability to stay on the field.

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