Second loss of the year for Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons have lost for the second time in the NFL this season, going down 30-20 at the Carolina Panthers.

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Panthers quarterback Cam Newton recorded 116 rushing yards, the highest of his professional career.

The home side lead 16-0 at half-time thanks to a Greg Olsen touchdown and three Graham Gano field goals.

Newton extended Carolina's lead early in the third quarter with a 72-yard run for a touchdown.

Roddy White and Julio Jones saved the Falcons' blushes, before each side added a final touchdown in the closing minutes of the game.

The 30-20 victory gives the Panthers revenge after the Falcons came from behind to beat their NFC South rivals earlier in the season.