NFL: Falcons resist Jets push and win 27-20

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LONDON – Quarterback Matt Ryan racked up 342 yards and completed two touchdown passes on Sunday and the Atlanta Falcons defeated the New York Jets 27-20 in a game that marked the return of the National Football League in London.

The Falcons (2-3) took a 20-3 lead at the half and managed to run out of time even though they allowed the Jets to stay in the fight by committing two fumbles.

However, quarterback Zach Wilson and his Jets teammates (1-4) struggled to move the ball forward, just like the rookie quarterback has experienced since the start of the season.

Wilson had 19 of his 32 passes for gains of 192 yards. He did not complete any touchdown passes and was the victim of an interception.

Rookie tight end Kyle Pitts, fourth-selected in the last draft, two spots behind Wilson, has had his best game in the NFL. He caught nine passes for 119 yards and scored his first touchdown in the league.

Ryan completed 33 of his 45 passes and was not the victim of any interceptions.

Ty Johnson and Michael Carter scored touchdowns in the second half for the Jets.