He touted the effort of outside linebackers Lorenzo Carter and Arnold Ebiketie, the consistency of defensive tackles Grady Jarrett and David Onyemata, the stout play of defensive tackle Kentavius Street and the versatility of inside linebacker Kaden Elliss.

Despite the four turnovers, Atlanta still had a chance to win, which is a testament to how well the defense played. With the loss, the Falcons are 6-6 and clinging to a slim division lead by way of tiebreaker. Kirk Cousins played his worst game of the season at the worst possible time.

The Buccaneers have now tied the Falcons in the standings at 6-6, with Atlanta technically still on top due to the head-to-head tiebreaker. The New Orleans Saints lost to the Los Angeles Rams, dropping to 4-8 on the season.