Cooper Rush struggles in Falcons debut against Steelers

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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Cooper Rush struggles in Falcons debut against Steelers
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In his first game with the Atlanta Falcons, Cooper Rush faced challenges against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The quarterback threw two interceptions, including a pick-six that he attributed to a misthrow intended for Jahan Dotson. Despite a lack of practice time with teammates, Rush expressed disappointment in his performance and acknowledged the need for improvement. The Falcons are currently navigating quarterback issues, with Michael Penix Jr. recovering from injury and Tua Tagovailoa experiencing setbacks. Head coach Kevin Stefanski provided no updates on their return after the loss.

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  • Cooper Rush made his Falcons debut against the Steelers on September 13.
  • Rush threw two interceptions, one returning for a touchdown.
  • He expressed disappointment in his performance after the game.
  • Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa are both dealing with injuries.
  • Head coach Kevin Stefanski provided no updates on injured quarterbacks.
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Cooper Rush was not happy with himself after throwing pick-6 vs. Steelers

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