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Bijan Robinson outshines top pick Bryce Young as Falcons knock off Panthers 24-10
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Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young (9) speaks with Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder (9) after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023, in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons won 24-10. - photo by AP Photo/Brynn Anderson
ATLANTA (AP) — The No. 8 pick stole the spotlight from the top choice in the NFL draft. Bijan Robinson caught a touchdown pass in his debut and set up another score with a long run, giving the Atlanta rookie immediate bragging rights over Carolina's Bryce Young as the Falcons opened with season with a 24-10 victory over the Panthers on Sunday.