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Last updated: September 25, 2026, 6:21 AM ET

NFL Game Results

The Atlanta Falcons upset the Green Bay Packers 35-14, with Michael Penix Jr. returning from an ACL injury to spark the offense. Bijan Robinson and Drake London combined for over 200 yards from scrimmage as Atlanta secured its first win over Green Bay since 2020. The victory improved Atlanta to 2-1 while dropping Green Bay to 0-3, marking their worst start under Matt LaFleur. Penix completed 18 of 24 passes for 202 yards and two touchdowns, including a key strike to tight end Jonnu Smith that extended the lead late in the third quarter. The Falcons’ defense forced three turnovers, including two interceptions of Jordan Love, to seal the upset.

Player Performances

Michael Penix Jr. showed resiliency in his return, completing 75% of his passes and avoiding sacks despite pressure. His connection with rookie tight end Evan Hooper produced a 12-yard touchdown that pushed Atlanta’s lead to 28-14 early in the fourth quarter. Hooper finished with five receptions for 48 yards and the score, his first NFL touchdown. On the other side, Josh Jacobs remained scoreless as a Packers judge denied a request to seal records from his 2022 misdemeanor case, keeping details public amid ongoing scrutiny of his offseason conduct. Jacobs managed only 28 rushing yards on 11 carries before leaving the game with an ankle twist.

Team Updates and Injuries

Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold aiming for a Sunday return after a brief hospitalization for non-football-related illness, which had raised concerns about his availability. He participated in limited Wednesday practice and said he felt “much better” heading into the week. Dolphins defensive end Chop Robinson cleared concussion protocol and will wear a Guardian Cap upon return, a precaution the NFL encourages for players with prior head injuries. Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray said he recovered “pretty quickly” from his Week 1 concussion and expects to be full-go for Sunday’s matchup against the Lions, noting he experienced no lingering symptoms after passing all neurocognitive tests.

Coaching and Strategy

Packers coach Matt LaFleur admitted the team lacks offensive identity after two games, saying, “I don’t know what we’re doing well,” following Green Bay’s 35-14 loss to Atlanta. The Packers have averaged just 16.5 points per game and converted only 2 of 12 third-down attempts in the first two weeks. LaFleur cited inconsistent quarterback play and poor offensive line cohesion as key issues. Meanwhile, Chiefs coach Andy Reid said he aims to reduce running back Kenneth Walker’s workload “a little bit” to preserve him for the stretch run, though Walker had only 12 carries in Week 2 against the Bengals. Reid emphasized balancing Walker with Isiah Pacheco and Clyde Edwards-Helaire to maintain freshness.

League-Wide Notes

The NFL fined 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk $14,926 for imitating “chugging a beer” during a touchdown celebration, a violation of the league’s taunting and unsportsmanlike conduct rules. Juszczyk said he was unaware the gesture constituted a foul and expressed surprise at the amount, noting it was his first career fine. Broncos coach Sean Payton said he believes the team will “be all right” despite injuries to top running backs J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey, who were limited in practice Wednesday. Payton pointed to the depth of Javonte Williams and Tyler Badie as reasons for optimism, though both have struggled with consistency this season. In New York, Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart will undergo season-ending knee surgery and miss the remainder of the regular season, though head coach Brian Daboll won’t rule out a playoff return if New York advances, calling the injury “tough but not definitive” for the team’s postseason hopes.