The Falcons lost primarily due to Kirk Cousins' four interceptions, which were all poor throws. Despite outgaining the Chargers in yards and having a better yards per play average, Cousins' turnovers were decisive.
The Eagles dominated the Ravens by focusing on a strong running game in the second half, with Saquon Barkley leading the charge. They only threw the ball six times in the second half, relying on their defense to stifle the Ravens' offense.
The Vikings won due to a strong fourth-quarter performance by Sam Darnold, who made crucial throws to secure the victory. The Cardinals' defense struggled against the Vikings' passing game in the final quarter.
Richardson had a significant impact with a game-winning drive, showcasing improved decision-making and execution. His performance, despite some early struggles, was crucial in securing the victory.
The Seahawks won due to a series of special teams blunders by the Jets, including a blocked extra point and a fumbled kickoff return. Additionally, the Jets' offense struggled with long third-down conversions, averaging 14 yards per third down in the second half.
Week 13 in the 2024 NFL season, perhaps like your Thanksgiving meal, was not without its mess. The ugly finishes and strange special teams results from the Thursday and Friday matchups bled into Sunday as weird kicking, turnovers and baffling play continued through the weekend.
Nate Tice & Charles McDonald discuss their 5 most important games from Sunday's action, starting with the Atlanta Falcons falling to the Los Angeles Chargers, thanks to Kirk Cousins' 4 interceptions. Charles laments his hometown Falcons and how this was actually a very winnable game for the Dirty Birds, if it weren't for Cousins' penchant for giving up the ball.
Next up, a tight matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Baltimore Ravens that might have finished differently if it weren't for a trio of missed kicks by legend Justin Tucker. The guys wrap up the show discussing the Minnesota Vikings coming back late against the Arizona Cardinals, Anthony Richardson's final drive heroics in a win over the New England Patriots & the New York Jets doing New York Jets thing in a home loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
(2:10) - Falcons fall to Chargers
(10:35) - Eagles defense holds back Ravens
(18:15) - Vikings come back late against Cardinals
(24:55) - Richardson's Colts win in final moments against Patriots
(32:15) - Jets continue lackluster offense against Seahawks
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