Tory Taylor contributes as Chicago Bears defeat Atlanta Falcons

Australian punter Tory Taylor played in Chicago’s 31–23 victory over the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Taylor punted five times for 224 yards at a gross average of 44.8 yards per punt, including a long of 50 yards. He placed three punts inside the 20-yard line and recorded one touchback. The Bears established control early, leading 14–0 after the opening quarter, and remained ahead 21–7 through three quarters before Atlanta’s 16-point fourth quarter narrowed the margin. Chicago added three points in the final period to secure the eight-point win.