PHOTOS: Falcons defeat Commanders to even record at 2-2

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PHOTOS: Falcons defeat Commanders to even record at 2-2

The Atlanta Falcons show its offense come to life in a 34-27 win over the Washington Commanders Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. signals to the crowd after the Falcons beat the Washington Commanders 34-27 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025.
(Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss (right) and Falcons defensive end Leonard Floyd celebrate after a sack during the second half of an NFL game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. attempts a pass during the second half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota is sacked by Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss (right) and Falcons defensive end Leonard Floyd (left) during the second half of an NFL game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025.(Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta head coach Raheem Morris adjusts his headphones during the second half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn reacts after the Atlanta Falcons score during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts reacts after a catch during the second half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota lays on the ground after a sack by Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss during the second half of an NFL game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier reaches the end zone for his touchdown during the second half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025.
(Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier rushes with the ball for his touchdown during the second half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons safety Xavier Watts reacts after his interception during the second half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons safety Xavier Watts, center, celebrates with teammates after his interception during the second half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025.
(Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons safety Xavier Watts intercepts the ball during the second half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (left) celebrates with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. after his touchdown during the second half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts holds his son Kyle Anthony Pitts Jr. after the Falcons beat the Washington Commanders 34-27 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris waves to fans as he walks off the field after the Falcons beat the Washington Commanders 34-27 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Divine Deablo reacts after the Falcons beat the Washington Commanders 34-27 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. walks off the field after the Falcons beat the Washington Commanders 34-27 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. shakes hands with Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota after the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. The Atlanta Falcons defeated the Washington Commanders 34-27. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier (second from left) is congratulated by teammates after his touchdown during the second half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (second from left) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Falcons linebacker Divine Deablo (bottom left) tackles Washington Commanders wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson reacts after his touchdown during the first half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons safety Xavier Watts (bottom center) celebrates with teammates after his interception during the second half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson crosses the goal line for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London reacts after a catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London reacts after a catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London avoids a tackle after a catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota attempts a pass during the first half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons cheerleaders perform during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons kicker Parker Romo kicks a field goal during the first half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts reacts after a catch during the first half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts avoids a tackle after a catch during the first half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (middle) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London crosses the end zone for his touchdown during the first half of an NFL game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Divine Deablo during warmups as the team prepares to face the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. signals to the crowd after the Falcons beat the Washington Commanders 34-27 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, September 28, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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