Atlanta Falcons
Falcons hold on for 27-24 win over Rams, behind Bijan Robinson and defense
Monday Night Football spotlight shines on Mercedes-Benz Stadium, as Falcons pull upset.
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) carries against the Los Angeles Rams in the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 29, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Rams at Falcons
Kickoff: 8:15 p.m., Mercedes-Benz Stadium
TV: ESPN, CBS Atlanta
Line: Rams by 7½
Outlook: The Falcons finish the season with their last two games at home, and they’ll want to establish some momentum heading into the offseason, coming off two straight wins. They could finish the season tied for first in the division, but they don’t hold the tiebreaker.
Pregame reading:
- 5 things to know ahead of the Falcons’ Monday night matchup vs. Rams
- Injury report: Mike Hughes to miss second consecutive game
- Report: Falcons considering Matt Ryan for front-office role
- With two games to play, Falcons need six sacks to break franchise record
- Falcons are hoping to follow Rams’ model to sustained winning
- X-factor: How can the Falcons stop Rams WR Puka Nacua?
- Falcons hoping Michael Penix Jr. can develop into next Matthew Stafford
This story was updated to reflect that the Rams are not in contention for the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs.
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