Bijan Robinson Powers Falcons Win, Apologizes for Slur

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson delivered a standout performance in his team's 29-28 comeback victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday night at Raymond James Stadium, but the game was overshadowed by his subsequent apology for using an offensive term during a postgame interview.

Robinson rushed for 93 yards on 19 carries, including a crucial fourth-quarter touchdown that helped Atlanta erase a 14-point deficit. He also caught eight passes for 82 yards, accounting for 175 yards of total offense in the win. The 23-year-old's effort contributed to his league-leading 1,858 yards from scrimmage this season, with three games remaining. Despite the loss of a fumble earlier in the fourth quarter that allowed Tampa Bay to extend its lead to 28-14, Robinson responded on the next possession by scoring and sparking the Falcons' rally, which was sealed by a last-second field goal from Zane Gonzalez.

The Falcons, now 5-9 and eliminated from playoff contention, improved to 5-9 with the upset. Quarterback Kirk Cousins threw for 373 yards and three touchdowns, while tight end Kyle Pitts, returning from injury, recorded 11 receptions for 166 yards and three scores. Falcons...