Atlanta Falcons Upset Los Angeles Rams with Bijan Robinson's 93-Yard Touchdown Run in Monday Night Football
On December 29, 2025, the Atlanta Falcons defeated the Los Angeles Rams 27-24 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in a Monday Night Football matchup.
Bijan Robinson led the Falcons with a breakout performance, rushing for 195 yards on 22 carries, including a 93-yard touchdown run, along with 5 receptions for 34 yards and scoring two total touchdowns.
The Falcons took an early lead, going up 14-0 and then 21-0 at halftime. The Rams struggled with multiple turnovers, one of which was a pick-six by Jessie Bates III.
Additionally, Falcons player Blake Verse blocked a Zane Gonzalez field goal attempt and returned it 76 yards.
Despite the Rams tying the game at 24-24 with 2:46 left on a Puka Nacua 11-yard screen play, aided by penalties that negated some Falcons receptions, Zane Gonzalez responded by nailing a 51-yard field goal in the final seconds to secure the win for Atlanta.
The Rams failed to convert on their final drive after a review ruled an incomplete pass, leaving them scoreless.
Matthew Stafford finished with 269 yards passing on 22-for-38 completions, throwing 2 touchdowns and 3 interceptions. The Falcons effectively limited Puka Nacua to 47 yards on five catches.
With the victory, the Falcons improved to 7-9 with one game remaining in Week 18. The Rams remained the NFC No. 6 seed and might rest starters to prepare for the Wild Card Round.
The game was noted as a significant upset, highlighting Robinson's stellar contribution to the Falcons' success.
