Bijan Robinson's Record Day Powers Falcons' 27-24 Upset Over Rams
Bijan Robinson rushed for 195 yards and set a scrimmage record as the Falcons upset the Rams 27-24 with a final Zane Gonzalez field goal.
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Overview
Falcons dominated early, leading 21-0 at halftime and 24-3 early in the second half, holding on for a 27-24 upset over the Rams.
Bijan Robinson rushed for 195 yards, totaled 229 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns, including a 93-yard record run, setting Atlanta's single-season scrimmage mark.
Jarred Verse blocked a field goal and returned it 76 yards for a touchdown; it was the Rams' first blocked-kick touchdown return since 1986.
Matthew Stafford threw for 269 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions, overcoming turnovers to tie the game before the Falcons' late drive; he finished with 42 season TDs.
Zane Gonzalez's 51-yard field goal with seconds remaining secured Atlanta's victory, giving the Falcons a three-game win streak and forcing the Rams to start playoffs on the road.
Analysis
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FAQ
Bijan Robinson set the Atlanta Falcons' single-season scrimmage yards record with a 93-yard run, totaling 229 scrimmage yards including 195 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
Through 15 games in 2025, Bijan Robinson had 250 carries for 1,250 rushing yards (5.0 average), 6 rushing TDs, 71 receptions for 776 receiving yards (10.9 average), and 3 receiving TDs.
Zane Gonzalez kicked a 51-yard field goal with seconds remaining to secure the 27-24 win for the Falcons over the Rams.
Jarred Verse blocked a field goal and returned it 76 yards for a touchdown, the Rams' first blocked-kick touchdown return since 1986.
The win gives the Falcons a three-game win streak, while forcing the Rams to start the playoffs on the road.
