The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Atlanta Falcons 31-17 in Philadelphia, PA. DeSean Jackson scored two touchdowns in the first quarter, one on an end-around and one through the air, to help the Eagles to a 14-0 lead. Jackson would soon leave the game, though, because of a hit by Falcons defensive back Dunta Robinson, who was called for a personal foul for hitting a defenseless player.
Week 6 NFL Scores And Results: Eagles Dominate Falcons 31-17
Kevin Kolb torched the Falcons secondary, throwing 23/29 for 326 yards, 2 touchdowns and 1 interception. Jeremy Maclin benefited most from Kolb’s huge day through the air, recording 159 receiving yards on 7 catches and had 2 touchdowns to go with them.
Michael Jenkins had the best statistics day for the Falcons, catching 5 balls for 99 yards. Quarterback Matt Ryan threw 2 touchdowns on 23/42 passing for 250 yards and 1 interception. The Falcons fumbled the ball late in the fourth quarter, giving the Eagles the ability to close out the game.
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