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Falcons tight end Charlie Woerner catches first career NFL touchdown

Penix found him on a 1-yard pass on the opening drive.

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What happened: Atlanta Falcons tight end Charlie Woerner caught a 1-yard touchdown pass from Michael Penix Jr. with 11:12 remaining in the first quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals in Madrid. The scoring reception capped Atlanta's game-opening drive. The touchdown marked the first of Woerner's five-year NFL career.

Why it matters: Woerner, known primarily as a blocking specialist since entering the league, had never found the end zone in his professional career. The early score provides Atlanta an immediate advantage in their international matchup against a 5-2 Cincinnati squad.

What to watch: Atlanta looks to maintain its early lead through the remainder of the first half in Madrid. The Bengals offense takes the field for its first possession.

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