The Emergence Of Eric Weems
The Falcoholic looks at a less-heralded performer, kick returner Eric Weems, and the boost he's given the Atlanta Falcons thus far this season.
| Final - 9.27.2009 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Falcons | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| New England Patriots | 3 | 10 | 3 | 10 | 26 |
Stories
Game Recap: New England Patriots defeat Atlanta Falcons, 26-10
Game Recap: New England Patriots defeat Atlanta Falcons, 26-10
Falcons And Patriots Recap: When Good Games Go Bad
The Falcoholic reflects on a crushing loss to the New England Patriots as the Atlanta Falcons prepare for a bye week.
Post Game Thread: Falcons Get Wrecked By Patrios 26-10
The Falcoholic gives Atlanta Falcons fans a forum to discuss a frustrating loss to the New England Patriots.
Quick Postgame Recap: New England Patriots defeat Atlanta Falcons, 26-10
Quick Postgame Recap: New England Patriots defeat Atlanta Falcons, 26-10
Atlanta Falcons @ New England Patriots Open Thread
The Atlanta Falcons are set to play a huge game against the New England Patriots. The Falcoholic will be there every step of the way.
Keys to Winning: Falcons @ Patriots
Keys to Winning: Falcons @ Patriots
Keys To The Game Week 3: Falcons Writers Weigh In
The Falcoholic unveils a new weekly feature, getting keys to the game from site readers and writers who cover the team for a living.
Saturday Pre-Game Notes: Tackling The New England Patriots
The Falcoholic runs down some of the storylines going into the Atlanta Falcons' Week 3 game against the New England Patriots.
Five Questions For Three Patriots Blogger
The Falcoholic grills three New England Patriots bloggers in anticipation of a big game on Sunday.
Fanpost
"The Sky is Falling"/"Don't Worry, It'll Be Fine": Listening in on a Talk Between Two New England Patriots Fans
"The Sky is Falling"/"Don't Worry, It'll Be Fine": Listening in on a Talk Between Two New England Patriots Fans
Scouting the Enemy: Cat Scratch Reader gives us some intel on Falcons
Scouting the Enemy: Cat Scratch Reader gives us some intel on Falcons
GameThreads
Patriots Fans GameThread on Pats Pulpit
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Falcons Fans GameThread on The Falcoholic
Boxscore
| FINAL | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| New England | 3 | 10 | 3 | 10 | 26 |
| Scoring Drives |
|---|
| Quarter 1 |
| 9:21 left: Atlanta Field Goal - 26-yarder by Jason Elam. 12 plays, 72 yds, 5:39 min. |
| 0:42 left: New England Field Goal - 21-yarder by Stephen Gostkowski. 15 plays, 81 yds, 8:39 min. |
| Quarter 2 |
| 11:41 left: New England Touchdown - 8-yard run by Fred Taylor. (Stephen Gostkowski extra point is good). 6 plays, 51 yds, 2:29 min. |
| 11:41 left: 6 plays, 51 yds, 2:29 min. |
| 8:43 left: Atlanta Touchdown - 2-yard run by Michael Turner. (Jason Elam extra point is good). 8 plays, 59 yds, 2:58 min. |
| 8:43 left: 8 plays, 59 yds, 2:58 min. |
| 0:20 left: New England Field Goal - 33-yarder by Stephen Gostkowski. 12 plays, 58 yds, 3:36 min. |
| Quarter 3 |
| 9:01 left: New England Field Goal - 22-yarder by Stephen Gostkowski. 13 plays, 79 yds, 5:59 min. |
| Quarter 4 |
| 14:55 left: New England Field Goal - 33-yarder by Stephen Gostkowski. 16 plays, 70 yds, 6:59 min. |
| 7:47 left: New England Touchdown - 36-yard pass from Tom Brady to Chris Baker. (Stephen Gostkowski extra point is good). 6 plays, 72 yds, 3:08 min. |
| 7:47 left: 6 plays, 72 yds, 3:08 min. |
| Team statistics | Atlanta | New England |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards Average Plays | 257 5.7 45 | 445 5.5 81 |
| Time of Possession | 20:11 | 39:49 |
| First Downs Run Pass Penalty | 13 2 11 0 | 28 10 15 3 |
| Third Down Conversions | 2-9-22% | 8-18-44% |
| Fourth Down Conversions | 1-1-100% | 3-3-100% |
| Passing Yards Completions-Attempts Average Interceptions-Yards Sacks-Yards Lost | 199 17-28 7.1 0-0 0-0 | 277 25-42 6.6 0-0 0-0 |
| Rushing Yards Attempts Average | 58 17 3.4 | 168 39 4.3 |
| Return Yards Punt returns-Yards Kickoff returns-Yards | 139 0-0 5-139 | 87 2-17 3-70 |
| Turnovers Fumbles-Lost Interceptions-Yards | 1 2-1 0-0 | 0 0-0 0-0 |
| Penalties-Yards | 7-54 | 2-10 |
| Punts-Average (Net Avg.) | 5-37.6 (34.2) | 2-43.5 (43.5) |
| Tackles Solo Assists | 94 58 36 | 47 30 17 |
Officials: Alberto Riveron (Referee), Ruben Fowler (Umpire), Ed Camp (Head Linesman), Ron Phares (Line Judge), Jimmy DeBell (Side Judge), Lee Dyer (Back Judge), Steve Zimmer (Field Judge)
