Rams quarterback Sam Bradford had a rough first half Week 2 at Atlanta, facing heavy pressure and long odds with the Rams beginning every drive at or inside their 20-yard line. But the short passes that led to short gains early on eventually became more effective, allowing him to stretch the field a couple times.
He finished with 352 yards through the air -- the second-most of his career -- and equaled a career high with three touchdown passes, including two to rookie wide receiver Tavon Austin. He completed 32 of 55 passes in all. He was also a factor of his legs, picking up 25 yards on three carries.
His one mistake really wasn't his mistake at all. A short pass early in the second quarter bounced off the hands of running back Daryl Richardson and high in the air, giving Falcons defensive lineman Osi Umenyiora an easy catch and open lane to the end zone.
Bradford may have another opportunity to air it out when the Rams visit Tony Romo, Dez Bryant and the Cowboys' prolific passing attack in Week 3.