Last week, Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker Kendal Daniels was stretchered off the field at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in a very scary situation following a hit.

One week later, Daniels not only was able to play for the Falcons – he made a clutch play that helped them beat the undefeated San Francisco 49ers .

This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX News may be compensated. This content was created by a team that works independently from the FOX newsroom.

The Falcons were up nine late in the fourth quarter in a game where they weren’t expected to be on the winning side of things considering how well the 49ers have looked to start this season.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kendal Daniels celebrates a defensive stop during the first half of an NFL game against the San Francisco 49ers in Atlanta on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026.…