Falcons Start Rush Despite Struggles | Atlanta Falcons News

The Atlanta Falcons’ season opener ended in a 21-13 loss to Pittsburgh, with third-string QB Cooper Rush under center despite back spasms. Rush threw for 145 yards, one TD, and two INTs — including a pick-six — but head coach Kevin Stefanski stuck with him, dismissing the idea of starting rookie Jack Strand. The decision didn’t pay off, as Rush’s shaky performance sealed a tough start for the team. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://bloggingdirty.com/cooper-rush-s-brutal-falcons-debut-saw-kevin-stefanski-mismanage-the-qb-room-01m2e9aex4m8 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/acea6c465f024c1a Report issues to [email protected].