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  "id": 9703721,
  "title": "Bijan Robinson destroys Packers in 35-14 win for Falcons",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/bijan-robinson-destroys-packers-in-35-14-win-for-falcons",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-25T04:52:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Japan Times",
    "slug": "japan-times",
    "url": "https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2026/09/25/more-sports/robinson-falcons-packers/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a thrilling 35-14 victory over the Green Bay Packers, Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson showcased his explosive skills, rushing for 194 yards and two touchdowns. This impressive performance secured Atlanta's first win of the NFL season, while the Packers suffered their first home opener loss since 2012, leaving Lambeau Field fans in shock. The Falcons' quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who returned from injury, played a crucial role with 256 passing yards and a touchdown. Penix praised Robinson's performance, calling it a \"blessing\" to have him on the team. Meanwhile, Packers quarterback Jordan Love struggled without the Falcons' strong running options, managing only 312 passing yards. Robinson, the eighth overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft, signed a lucrative three-year, $75 million contract with the Falcons in August, quickly proving his worth on Thursday. After the Packers scored first through a touchdown pass from Love to Christian Watson, Robinson delivered a breathtaking 55-yard run to the red zone, followed by a touchdown run on the next play. He then orchestrated the next touchdown with four carries in a crucial drive that ended with Penix's touchdown pass to tight end Austin Hooper. In the second half, Robinson made another dazzling 31-yard run, while the Falcons' other running back, Brian Robinson Jr., sealed the game with a 20-point lead. Despite the Packers' late attempt with a 15-yard touchdown pass from Love to Matthew Golden, it was Robinson who sealed the game with a touchdown and a successful two-point conversion, finalizing a dominant 35-14 win for the Falcons.",
  "summary": "Robinson's performance gave Atlanta its first win of the NFL season, while a shellshocked Lambeau Field booed as the Packers slipped to 1-2.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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