Highlights From Falcons' Win Over Jets
- Sunday, December 20, 2009 4:25 PM
- Written By: NFL Blog Blitz
One day after the Cowboys' win eliminated the Falcons from playoff contention, Atlanta went into the Meadowlands and struck a blow to another team's postseason hopes, beating the Jets 10-7.
Matt Ryan, back from injury, converted a 4th-and-goal from the 6 with 1:38 to play, firing a touchdown pass to Tony Gonzalez for the go-ahead score. The Atlanta defense proceeded to seal the victory, as Brent Grimes picked off Mark Sanchez for the second time in the game.
Another key to the game was special teams, as the Jets missed three field attempts, including one that was blocked late in the fourth quarter.
