NFL: Kirk Cousins breaks Matt Ryan's franchise single-game passing record
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins made history by surpassing Matt Ryan's franchise record for career passing yards. Cousins accomplished this during the Falcons' thrilling Week 5 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on October 4, 2024. Cousins' performance helped the Falcons secure a crucial 36-30 overtime win over the Buccaneers. We detail the game and dive deep into his career stats.
Cousins obliterates Matt Ryan's franchise single-game passing record vs Buccaneers
Cousins demonstrated impressive chemistry with his receivers, connecting with seven players. He finished the game with a record-breaking 509 passing yards, surpassing Matt Ryan's previous high of 503 yards set in 2016. Darnell Mooney led the way with nine receptions for 105 yards and two touchdowns, while Kyle Pitts added seven catches for 88 yards, showcasing a stellar performance that honored Ryan's legacy.
Atlanta edge-past Tampa Bay in TNF OT thriller
Atlanta edged out the Buccaneers 36-30 in a game that went into overtime. Cousins delivered a masterclass performance, with 42 passes for 509 yards (four TDs). Both teams managed to score in all four quarters, but Atlanta sealed their victory with six points in overtime while keeping the Buccaneers scoreless. For Tampa Bay Baker Mayfield managed 19 passes for 180 yards and three TDs.
Cousins' 2024 season and Falcons' season overview so far
Through five weeks in 2024, Cousins has been instrumental in the Falcons' resurgence. He's had a solid season, putting up 119 passes for 1,373 yards averaging 7.8. Meanwhile, the Falcons have emerged as a strong contender, holding a 3-2 winning record five weeks through the season. The Falcons are currently placed first in the NFC South.
Cousins' crunch career stats
Cousins' career boasts 40,844 passing yards and numerous accolades, including 4 Pro Bowl selections. He has consistently ranked among the NFL's top quarterbacks in both regular and postseason appearances. In 155 regular season games, Cousins owns 3,548 passes and 278 TDs averaging 7.6. During the postseason, Cousins owns 103 passes for 1,047 yards averaging 6.8 with an impressive postseason career passer rating of 93.7.
