Ryan leads unbeaten Falcons over Eagles 30-17

Posted on Oct 28, 2012 6 Comments

PHILADELPHIA (AP) Matt Ryan threw touchdown passes on Atlanta's first three possessions against Philadelphia and new defensive coordinator Todd Bowles, and the Falcons remained the NFL's only unbeaten team with a 30-17 victory over the Eagles on Sunday.

The Falcons improved to 7-0 for the first time in franchise history while the Eagles (3-4) lost after a bye for the first time in 14 games under coach Andy Reid since 1999.

Ryan finished 22 of 29 for 262 yards and three TDs for his first win against his hometown team in three tries.

Michael Vick didn't turn the ball over for once, but he played so-so and failed to beat his former team in his second start against the Falcons since returning to the NFL in 2009.

The Falcons scored on their first six possessions before punting for the first time with 5:35 left.

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Keith Alex Good job so far Falcons. They're playing good ball these days.

7 mons ago

Jazz Jackson The Falcons are playing good team ball both OFF and DEF. Can they keep it up and go undefeated for the season?

7 mons ago

Larry Stevens Falcons playing like the old dirty birds!! they have been very consistent and stepping up in some big games

7 mons ago

Chris Jones The Falcons are beasting

7 mons ago

Adrian Peterson ATL looking Pretty Good.

7 mons ago

Robert LaVette How bout them Falcons.Gotta to give it up for the NFL's only unbeaten team. They were three point underdogs and went to Philly and got it done.It was not even close. Its the ATL Shawty,,,,,Bigggg Win!!!

7 mons ago