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Bijan Robinson touchdown cuts Atlanta deficit to 24-17

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What happened: The Falcons leaned heavily on Robinson throughout the possession before the running back scored to cap the drive. The touchdown narrowed Cincinnati's lead to 24-17 as Atlanta mounted a third-quarter push.

Why it matters: Atlanta entered the matchup looking to establish offensive consistency behind Bijan Robinson following a scoreless outing against Tampa Bay. Sustaining backfield production remains central to keeping the Falcons competitive in the NFC playoff race as they navigate a challenging regular-season schedule.

What to watch: Atlanta will look to continue the comeback push as the defense attempts to stop Cincinnati on the ensuing possession.

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