The Atlanta Falcons faced disappointment in their season opener, falling to the Pittsburgh Steelers 18-10, despite high expectations for their revamped offense led by quarterback Kirk Cousins.

Cousins, in his debut with Atlanta, struggled with 155 yards passing, one touchdown, and two interceptions, including a crucial pick in the fourth quarter. His performance marked a low point in his long career.

The Falcons' offense was plagued by mistakes, highlighted by penalties and a fumble, as they failed to capitalize on a solid defensive effort that limited the Steelers to just 18 points.

Despite showcasing playmaker Kyle Pitts, who caught a touchdown, the overall offensive display was subpar, with both Pitts and fellow receiver Drake London not heavily involved. With a challenging matchup ahead against the Philadelphia Eagles, Cousins aims to analyze the game to improve moving forward.