Sep 29, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) walks off the field after a game against the New Orleans Saints at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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NFL Thursday Night Football Week 5: Who plays Thursday Night Football this week?

It feels like yesterday when the 2024 National Football League kicked off. And now, we are in Week 5 already. NFL Thursday Night Football in Week 5 will feature an exciting matchup between two teams from the NFC South Division. Let’s have a look at the Thursday Night Football game scheduled for October 3rd, 2024.

Who plays Thursday Night Football in Week 5?

Thursday Night Football game for Week 5 will feature the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the Atlanta Falcons. Kirk Cousins’ Falcons (2-2) and Baker Mayfield’s Buccaneers (3-1) will both be looking to make a statement and solidify their positions in the NFC South. With Cousins leading the Falcons this year, they will be eager to get one up on the Bucs in their home game.

Falcons vs. Buccaneers Head-to-Head Record

Tampa Bay Buccaneers lead the overall head-to-head record against the Atlanta Falcons by 31-30. The Dirty Birds will have an opportunity to tie the score if they win this home game against the Buccaneers. In the last 5 meetings, The Buccaneers hold a 3-2 advantage over the Falcons. Tampa Bay managed to score 110 points and allowed the Falcons to get only 103.

Who won the last Falcons vs. Buccaneers Game?

The Buccaneers won the last meeting between the two NFC South rivals, defeating the Atlanta Falcons 29-25. Through the first four weeks of the regular season, the Falcons have played 3 home games and lost 2 of them (against the Steelers and the Chiefs).

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Falcons vs. Buccaneers 2024 Venue and Start Time

The Falcons will be hosting the Buccaneers at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Thursday, 3rd October, 2024. The opening kick is scheduled for 8.15 p.m. ET.

Where can I watch Falcons vs. Buccaneers Game?

You can watch the Falcons vs. Buccaneers game on Amazon Prime Video.

(Image Credits: Brett Davis-Imagn Images)

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