Atlanta’s opening-quarter edge rests on a 130-115 yardage advantage and nearly five extra minutes of possession.
Atlanta leads 10-7 after one quarter Sunday, with a touchdown and a field goal to Cincinnati’s one touchdown. The Falcons have 130 total yards and 10 first downs, compared with 115 yards and five first downs for the Bengals, while holding the ball for 9:41 to Cincinnati’s 5:19. Michael Penix Jr. has 78 total yards and a touchdown, including 34 rushing yards; Joe Burrow has thrown for 95 yards and a touchdown, and Ja’Marr Chase has two catches for 60 yards and a touchdown. Cincinnati entered 5-2, ranked sixth in the power index and riding a three-game winning streak; Atlanta is 3-5 and ranked 21st.
Key Performers
Michael Penix Jr. (ATL): 78 total yards, 1 TD Joe Burrow (CIN): 95 passing yards, 1 TD Ja’Marr Chase (CIN): 2 catches, 60 yards, 1 TD