Tagovailoa's interception ends Falcons' overtime loss to Ravens

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 12 Oct, 16:50 · Archive

Backup quarterback Tua Tagovailoa threw a game-sealing interception in overtime as the Atlanta Falcons lost 30-23 to the Baltimore Ravens.

The Atlanta Falcons suffered a 30-23 overtime defeat to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Falcons starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. was injured in the fourth quarter when sacked by Ravens linebacker Tavius Robinson. Before the injury, Penix had thrown for 240 yards and a touchdown.

With Penix unable to continue, backup Tua Tagovailoa took over with 27 seconds left in regulation. Atlanta had trailed 23-15 with 3:52 remaining before allowing a touchdown and two-point conversion to force overtime. In the extra period, the Ravens scored to go up 30-23. Tagovailoa then completed a 20-yard pass to Drake London to advance Atlanta to the Ravens' 48-yard line, but on his next play he threw the ball directly to Kyle Hamilton for an interception.

Penix is set for an MRI to determine the severity of his rib injury and whether he will miss time in Week 6 against the Bears. If he is unavailable, Tagovailoa would start in his place.

How it is being reported

• Tua Tagovailoa’s disastrous cameo dooms Falcons in collapse against RavensTua Tagovailoa called game.New York Post · 12 Oct, 16:30
• Injured Falcons QB Michael Penix shows frustration as backup Tua Tagovailoa is picked off in OT loss to RavensThe frustration of Atlanta Falcons fans following Sunday's overtime was crystalized by injured starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s solemn reaction on the sidelines.Daily Mail Sport · 12 Oct, 05:37

In this story: Michael Penix Jr. · Tua Tagovailoa · Kyle Hamilton · Atlanta Falcons · Baltimore Ravens

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