Kirk Cousins Sets Falcons Passing Record in Overtime Win

Kirk Cousins delivered a record-breaking performance for the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday Night Football, throwing for a career-high 509 yards and four touchdowns in a thrilling 36-30 overtime victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This achievement not only marked the first 500-yard game in Falcons history, surpassing the previous record held by Matt Ryan, but also showcased Cousins' ability to lead a comeback, as he orchestrated a game-tying drive in the final seconds of regulation. Key contributions came from receivers Drake London and Darnell Mooney, both surpassing 100 receiving yards, while KhaDarel Hodge sealed the win with a 45-yard touchdown reception in overtime. Cousins' performance solidified his reputation as a top quarterback, emphasizing his consistent completion percentage and ability to thrive under pressure. The victory places the Falcons in a strong position within the NFC South early in the season. Looking ahead, Cousins expressed optimism about building on this momentum as the team progresses.