The Los Angeles Rams vs Atlanta Falcons match player stats from Week 17 of the 2025 NFL season tell the story of one of the most dramatic upsets of the year.
The Falcons defeated the playoff-bound Rams 27–24 on Monday Night Football, December 29, 2025. Bijan Robinson ran for 195 yards including a historic 93-yard touchdown, while Matthew Stafford threw three costly interceptions.
Game Overview: Los Angeles Rams vs Atlanta Falcons Match Player Stats
The final score was Atlanta Falcons 27, Los Angeles Rams 24.
The game was played on December 29, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. It was a Week 17 Monday Night Football matchup. The Rams entered at 11-4 and needed a win to protect their seeding. The Falcons came in at 6-9 and had already been eliminated from playoff contention.
Atlanta led 21-0 at halftime. The Rams stormed back to tie it 24-24. A Zane Gonzalez 51-yard field goal with 21 seconds left handed Atlanta the stunning win.
Scoring Summary: Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
| Quarter | Atlanta Falcons | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 7 | 0 |
| Q2 | 14 | 0 |
| Q3 | 3 | 17 |
| Q4 | 3 | 7 |
| Final | 27 | 24 |
The Rams were outscored 21-0 in the first half but won the second half 24-6, which still was not enough to overcome the deficit.
Scoring Plays: Every Touchdown and Field Goal
Here is every scoring play from the Falcons vs Rams game:
Q1 — 6:16: Kirk Cousins hit Bijan Robinson for a 4-yard touchdown pass. Zane Gonzalez extra point good. ATL 7–0.
Q2 — 8:42: Matthew Stafford was intercepted by Jessie Bates III at the LA 34-yard line. Bates returned it 34 yards for a touchdown. ATL 14–0.
Q2 — 1:41: Bijan Robinson broke loose on a 93-yard touchdown run — the longest run in Atlanta Falcons history. ATL 21–0.
Q3 — 11:12: Harrison Mevis hit a 35-yard field goal. ATL 21–3.
Q3 — 7:51: Zane Gonzalez connected on a 56-yard field goal. ATL 24–3.
Q3 — 5:06: Stafford found tight end Tyler Ferguson for a 27-yard touchdown pass. ATL 24–10.
Q3 — 0:43: Emmanuel Forbes Jr. blocked a 37-yard Gonzalez field goal attempt. Jarred Verse scooped and returned it 76 yards for a touchdown — the Rams’ first blocked kick returned for a TD since 1986. ATL 24–17.
Q4 — 2:52: Stafford hit Puka Nacua on an 11-yard touchdown pass, tying the game at 24. ATL 24–24.
Q4 — 0:25: Zane Gonzalez drilled a 51-yard field goal with 21 seconds remaining to win it. ATL 27–24 FINAL.
Matthew Stafford Stats: Los Angeles Rams QB
Matthew Stafford was the story on both sides of the ledger for the Rams.
He came into the game as the NFL passing yards leader with 4,179 yards and a league-leading 40 touchdown passes. He was the frontrunner for league MVP entering Week 17.
Against Atlanta, Stafford struggled mightily in the first half but rallied impressively in the second.
| Stafford Game Stats | Total |
|---|---|
| Completions | 22 |
| Attempts | 38 |
| Completion % | 57.9% |
| Passing Yards | 269 |
| Touchdowns | 2 |
| Interceptions | 3 |
| Passer Rating | 64.5 |
| Sacks Taken | 3 |
| Sack Yards Lost | 21 |
| Longest TD Pass | 27 yards |
Stafford had thrown only five interceptions all season entering this game. He threw three in one night against Atlanta’s defense.
His two touchdown passes came in the second half, pulling the Rams back from a 24-3 deficit to tie the game 24-24. The comeback showed why he was the MVP frontrunner, even if the final result went against him.
Stafford 2025 Season Stats (entering Week 17):
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Passing Yards | 4,179 (1st in NFL) |
| Touchdowns | 40 (1st in NFL) |
| Interceptions | 5 |
| Completion % | 65.7% |
| Avg Yards/Game | 278.6 |
| Pro Bowl | 3rd career selection |
Puka Nacua Stats: LA Rams Wide Receiver
Puka Nacua was Stafford’s most reliable weapon in this game and all season long.
In the Falcons matchup, Nacua caught the game-tying touchdown in the fourth quarter on an 11-yard pass from Stafford. He continued his pace as one of the best receivers in the NFL.
Nacua 2025 Season Stats (entering Week 17):
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Receptions | 114 (3rd in NFL) |
| Receiving Yards | 1,592 (2nd in NFL) |
| Targets | 145 |
| Touchdowns | 8 |
| Avg Yards/Reception | 13.96 |
Nacua had put together a career-high 225 receiving yards in the Week 16 loss to Seattle just before this game. He entered the Falcons matchup as a legitimate WR1 in the NFL.
Falcons head coach Raheem Morris specifically called out Nacua when previewing the game, saying: “Puka’s a dog in every right. Leads the league in probably everything.”
Kyren Williams Stats: LA Rams Running Back
Kyren Williams was the primary Rams ball carrier against Atlanta.
He carried the ball 20 times for 115 yards in the game, averaging 5.75 yards per carry. He was an important part of the Rams’ second-half comeback effort.
Williams 2025 Season Stats:
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Carries | 234 |
| Rushing Yards | 1,100 |
| Yards Per Carry | 4.7 |
| Rushing Touchdowns | 10 |
Williams was sidelined from the end zone against Atlanta as the Rams’ rushing attack could not find the scoreboard, but he was still productive in terms of yardage.
Davante Adams: Notable Absence
Davante Adams, one of the most important pieces of the Rams’ offense, did not play in the Falcons game.
He was listed as doubtful all week with a hamstring injury and was officially inactive on game day. Adams led the NFL in receiving touchdowns in 2025 with 14.
His absence affected the Rams’ red-zone efficiency and forced Stafford to rely more heavily on Nacua and second-tier pass catchers.
Adams 2025 Season Stats:
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Receiving Touchdowns | 14 (1st in NFL) |
| Receptions | Seasoned veteran WR1 |
| Status vs ATL | Inactive (hamstring) |
Bijan Robinson Stats: Atlanta Falcons Star RB
Bijan Robinson was the undisputed player of the game.
He ran for 195 yards, added five catches for 34 yards including a 4-yard receiving touchdown, and ended the night with 229 total scrimmage yards. His 93-yard touchdown run was the longest run in Atlanta Falcons franchise history and the longest run in the entire NFL during the 2025 season.
| Robinson Game Stats | Total |
|---|---|
| Carries | 33 |
| Rushing Yards | 195 |
| Yards Per Carry | 5.9 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 (had 1 receiving TD) |
| Receptions | 5 |
| Receiving Yards | 34 |
| Receiving TDs | 1 |
| Total Scrimmage Yards | 229 |
| Longest Run | 93 yards (TD) |
The 93-yard run in the second quarter broke the Rams’ back. Stafford’s second interception was picked off by Xavier Watts, giving Atlanta the ball at their own 7-yard line. Robinson then took the handoff, burst through the line, and outran the entire LA defense for the score.
Robinson 2025 Season Stats:
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Rushing Yards | 1,250 (5th in NFL) |
| Carries | 250 |
| Yards Per Carry | 5.0 |
| Rushing TDs | 6 |
| Receptions | 71 |
| Receiving Yards | 776 |
| Receiving TDs | 3 |
| Total Scrimmage Yards | 2,026 (1st in NFL) |
| Total Scrimmage Yards After Game | 2,255 (Falcons all-time record) |
Robinson’s 2,255 scrimmage yards for the season broke William Andrews’ franchise record of 2,176 set in 1983. He was named to his second consecutive Pro Bowl.
Kirk Cousins Stats: Atlanta Falcons QB
Kirk Cousins managed the game efficiently without needing to carry the offense on his shoulders.
With Robinson dominating on the ground and the defense making three key plays, Cousins did his job and protected the ball.
| Cousins Game Stats | Total |
|---|---|
| Completions | 13 |
| Attempts | 20 |
| Completion % | 65.0% |
| Passing Yards | 126 |
| Touchdowns | 1 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Passer Rating | 99.2 |
Cousins connected with Robinson for the game’s first touchdown, a 4-yard pass in the first quarter. He had no turnovers and led Atlanta to a 21-0 halftime lead without taking a sack.
Cousins 2025 Season Stats:
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Completions | 135 |
| Attempts | 217 |
| Passing Yards | 1,415 |
| Touchdowns | 8 |
Cousins had taken over for injured starter Michael Penix Jr., who suffered a partially torn ACL earlier in the season. In his two games before this matchup, Cousins threw five touchdowns as the Falcons won consecutive games.
Kyle Pitts Stats: Atlanta Falcons Tight End
Kyle Pitts was a key part of the Falcons’ offense all season under Cousins.
Pitts did not have a standout individual stat line in this specific game, but his season numbers show why the Falcons tight end remained one of the most targeted players on the roster.
Pitts 2025 Season Stats:
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Receptions | 80 |
| Targets | 106 |
| Receiving Yards | 854 |
| Receiving TDs | 5 |
| Receptions Per Game | 5.3 |
Drake London Stats: Atlanta Falcons Wide Receiver
Drake London was listed as questionable entering this game with a knee injury.
He was activated and played. London had missed four games earlier in the season with the same knee issue.
London 2025 Season Stats:
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Receptions | 63 |
| Targets | 102 |
| Receiving Yards | 837 |
| Receiving TDs | 6 |
| Games Played | 10 |
Jessie Bates III Stats: Atlanta Falcons Safety
Jessie Bates III was the defensive hero of the first half.
He intercepted Matthew Stafford at the LA 34-yard line in the second quarter and returned it 34 yards for a touchdown. The pick-six extended Atlanta’s lead to 14-0 and changed the game’s momentum completely.
Bates 2025 Season Stats:
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Tackles | 88 |
| Interceptions | 2 (season, plus 1 in this game = 3 total) |
| TFL | 1.0 |
| Passes Defended | 5 |
Xavier Watts Stats: Atlanta Falcons Rookie Safety
Xavier Watts was arguably Atlanta’s best defender in this game.
The rookie safety picked off Stafford twice. His first interception set up Robinson’s 93-yard touchdown run. His second interception, on fourth down from the Atlanta 27 with 9:04 remaining, ended the Rams’ most dangerous drive of the fourth quarter.
Watts 2025 Season Stats:
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Tackles | 80 |
| Interceptions | 3 (season before this game) |
| Passes Defended | 7 |
Jarred Verse Stats: Los Angeles Rams Defensive Star
Jarred Verse gave the Rams one of their most exciting plays of the game.
He blocked Zane Gonzalez’s 37-yard field goal attempt late in the third quarter. He then recovered the blocked kick and returned it 73 yards for a touchdown — the Rams’ first blocked kick returned for a score since 1986.
That play cut Atlanta’s lead from 24-10 to 24-17 and ignited the Rams’ second-half comeback.
Verse’s 2025 Season Stats:
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Sacks | Part of trio with Young and Turner |
| Role | Key pass rusher and special teams contributor |
| 2026 Draft Pick | ATL’s 2026 first-round pick is owned by LA |
Team Stats Comparison: Rams vs Falcons
| Stat | Atlanta Falcons | LA Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 345 | 363 |
| Rushing Yards | 219 | 115 |
| Passing Yards | 126 | 269 |
| Plays | 53 | 61 |
| Avg Gain | 6.5 | 6.0 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 3 |
| Penalties | 7 (42 yds) | 4 (35 yds) |
| First Downs | 15 | 16 |
| Possession Time | 29:45 | 30:15 |
| Sacks | 3 | 0 |
| Interceptions | 3 | 0 |
| Passes Defended | 8 | 1 |
| Field Goals Made | 2/3 | 1/1 |
Turnovers were the decisive factor. The Rams turned it over three times and Atlanta turned all three into points. Zero turnovers from Cousins’ side made the difference in a game decided by three points.
Key Storylines From the Game
The 21-0 Halftime Lead Collapse
The Rams trailed 21-0 at the half, one of their largest halftime deficits of the season. The combination of Stafford’s two first-half picks and Robinson’s 93-yard run made the lead look insurmountable. The Rams mounted a remarkable 24-point second-half run to tie it.
Stafford’s Interception-Filled Night
Stafford had only thrown five interceptions all season entering this game. He threw three in one half. The turnovers led directly to 14 Falcons points, including Bates’ pick-six and Robinson’s long TD set up by the Watts interception.
The Blocked Field Goal Touchdown
Jarred Verse’s blocked field goal return for a touchdown was the most electric play of the Rams’ comeback. It kept LA in the game and made it a one-score contest heading into the fourth quarter.
Gonzalez’s Walk-Off Field Goal
Zane Gonzalez made two of his three field goal attempts on the night. His 51-yarder with 21 seconds remaining was the walk-off winner. He had attempted three field goals of 50+ yards in the game, making two.
Season Context: What This Game Meant
For the Rams (11-5): The loss dropped LA to third in the NFC West. They entered the playoffs as the No. 5 seed, meaning a road wild-card game. The Rams had been the top team in the conference for most of the season but finished with back-to-back losses.
For the Falcons (7-9): The win extended Atlanta’s winning streak to three games. It was a morale victory for a team eliminated from playoff contention weeks earlier. Raheem Morris’s team played its best football late in the season.
Season-Long Leaders: Rams vs Falcons Players
| Category | Leader | Team | Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passing Yards (Season) | Matthew Stafford | LA Rams | 4,179 |
| Passing TDs (Season) | Matthew Stafford | LA Rams | 40 |
| Receiving Yards (Season) | Puka Nacua | LA Rams | 1,592 |
| Receiving TDs (Season) | Davante Adams | LA Rams | 14 |
| Rushing Yards (Season) | Bijan Robinson | ATL Falcons | 1,250 |
| Scrimmage Yards (Season) | Bijan Robinson | ATL Falcons | 2,255 |
| Tackles (Season) | Kaden Elliss | ATL Falcons | 98 |
| Sacks (Season) | Falcons team | ATL Falcons | 50 (team) |
Head-to-Head History: Rams vs Falcons
The Rams had dominated recent meetings with the Falcons heading into this game.
Over the prior three head-to-head matchups, the Rams had outscored Atlanta 81-63. Los Angeles had won when it mattered most in this series in recent years.
The December 29 result flipped the script, with Atlanta pulling off one of the bigger upsets of the 2025 NFL regular season.
Coaching Perspective
Sean McVay (LA Rams Head Coach): McVay acknowledged Atlanta’s talent before the game, particularly praising Robinson. His offense put up 363 total yards but the three turnovers made it impossible to win. He knew the team would enter the playoffs on the road after this result.
Raheem Morris (Atlanta Falcons Head Coach): Morris is a defensive-minded coach. He prepared his team all week for Stafford’s MVP-level performance and his defense delivered three picks. He called the Rams “one of the best teams in the NFL” before the game — his team beat them anyway.
Injury Report From This Game
| Player | Team | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davante Adams | LA Rams | Hamstring | Inactive |
| Kevin Dotson | LA Rams | Ankle | Out |
| Alaric Jackson | LA Rams | Ankle | Out |
| Braden Fiske | LA Rams | Ankle | Questionable |
| Mike Hughes | ATL Falcons | Ankle | Out |
| Clark Phillips III | ATL Falcons | Triceps/Illness | Out |
| Sam Roberts | ATL Falcons | Knee/Ankle | Out |
| Drake London | ATL Falcons | Knee | Active (Questionable) |
The Rams were missing two starting offensive linemen and their top touchdown scorer. Those absences were felt across the entire game.
What Happened Next: Rams in the Playoffs
The Rams finished 11-5 and entered the playoffs as the No. 5 seed from the NFC. They won the wild-card round against the Carolina Panthers 34-31, then beat the Chicago Bears 20-17 in the divisional round.
They were eliminated in the NFC Championship game by the Seattle Seahawks 31-27, ending their 2025 season.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who won the Rams vs Falcons game on December 29 2025?
The Atlanta Falcons defeated the Los Angeles Rams 27-24 on Monday Night Football in Week 17 of the 2025 NFL season.
What were Matthew Stafford’s stats vs the Falcons?
Stafford completed 22 of 38 passes for 269 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions, finishing with a 64.5 passer rating in the loss.
How many yards did Bijan Robinson rush for against the Rams?
Robinson rushed for 195 yards on 33 carries, added 5 catches for 34 yards, and scored a receiving touchdown for 229 total scrimmage yards.
What was Bijan Robinson’s longest run against LA?
Robinson broke a 93-yard touchdown run in the second quarter — the longest run in Atlanta Falcons history and the longest run in the 2025 NFL season.
What were Puka Nacua’s stats for the 2025 season?
Nacua finished with 114 receptions, 1,592 receiving yards, and 8 touchdowns — ranking second in the NFL in receiving yards entering Week 17.
Who scored Atlanta’s first touchdown in the game?
Kirk Cousins hit Bijan Robinson on a 4-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter to give Atlanta a 7-0 lead.
What was Jarred Verse’s big play in the Rams vs Falcons game?
Verse blocked a Zane Gonzalez 37-yard field goal and returned it 73 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter, the Rams’ first blocked kick TD return since 1986.
How many interceptions did Stafford throw vs Atlanta?
Stafford was intercepted three times — by Jessie Bates III (pick-six) and twice by rookie Xavier Watts, including one on fourth down that sealed the game.
What was Zane Gonzalez’s game-winning kick?
Gonzalez hit a 51-yard field goal with 21 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter to give the Falcons the 27-24 victory over the Rams.
What was Bijan Robinson’s final scrimmage yards total for 2025?
Robinson finished the 2025 regular season with 2,255 scrimmage yards, breaking William Andrews’ Atlanta Falcons franchise record set in 1983.
Conclusion
The Los Angeles Rams vs Atlanta Falcons match player stats from Week 17, 2025 paint a picture of a game that will be remembered for years.
Bijan Robinson’s record-setting 93-yard run, Jessie Bates III’s pick-six, and Zane Gonzalez’s clutch walk-off field goal were the defining moments.
Stafford’s three interceptions made the Rams’ comeback fall just short despite a remarkable second-half effort. Robinson ended the night as the Falcons’ all-time scrimmage yards leader.
For the Rams, the loss meant a road playoff run. Both teams gave fans one of the best games of the 2025 NFL regular season in this unforgettable Monday Night Football showdown.
