The Atlanta Falcons lost their season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 23-20, after a wild fourth quarter. Michael Penix Jr. led the Falcons on a go-ahead touchdown drive to take a 20-17 lead with two minutes left in the game.

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