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Falcons focused on closing out future games: ‘You’ve got to put them away’

After Sunday night's overtime loss to the Ravens, players and coaches explained the importance of not letting good opponents off the mat.

By Will McFadden · Atlanta Falcons

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 9:36 PM

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The Falcons are focusing on closing out future games after failing to secure a late lead against Baltimore.
Baltimore tied the game 23-23 with 40 seconds remaining before winning in overtime.
Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. suffered a rib injury late in the fourth quarter and missed overtime.

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The Atlanta Falcons are focusing on finishing games after failing to close out an eight-point fourth-quarter lead in an overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Head coach Kevin Stefanski and players lamented missed opportunities to score a decisive touchdown late in regulation at Mercedes-Benz Stadium before Baltimore rallied to tie the game 23-23.

Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley connected with Tez Walker for a late touchdown, followed by a game-tying two-point conversion with 40 seconds left. After Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. suffered a rib injury, Baltimore secured the win in overtime following a Kyle Hamilton interception.

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