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Arizona
Cardinals
13-5
21
FINAL
41
Atlanta
Falcons
16-1
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 1d ago
In a decisive Divisional Round matchup, the Atlanta Falcons topped the Arizona Cardinals 41-21, advancing further into the postseason. With the stakes high and playoff aspirations on the line, the Falcons delivered a commanding performance that showcased their offensive firepower. Michael Penix Jr. was the standout performer for Atlanta, throwing for an impressive 359 yards and five touchdowns, leading his team to victory. Bryant Wesco Jr. also made a significant impact, racking up 118 receiving yards, while the rest of the Falcons' offense executed effectively to keep the Cardinals' defense on its heels throughout the game. Defensively, the Falcons were equally impressive, with Von Miller contributing two sacks to disrupt the Cardinals' offensive rhythm. The game's turning point came when Penix Jr. connected with Wesco for a touchdown in the second quarter, shifting momentum firmly in favor of Atlanta. Despite Budda Baker's six tackles for Arizona, the Falcons' defense effectively contained the Cardinals, securing their spot in the next round of the playoffs.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Michael Penix JrQB362467%35953104.0
Carson BeckQB291034%2281335.4
Haynes KingQB2150%130070.8
Ryan WilliamsWR01—000—
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Jeremiyah LoveHB8425.3160230
Michael Penix JrQB3227.3—1140
Kenneth WalkerHB5112.27050
Haynes KingQB111.0—110
Ryan WilliamsWR000.0—000
Carson BeckQB000.0—001
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Bryant Wesco Jr.WR811814.8560280
Darren WallerTE511222.4372450
Ryan WilliamsWR29346.5631960
Kenneth WalkerHB88010.0663250
Marvin Harrison JrWR45513.8150200
Tyler HarrellWR15252.010520
Christian WatsonWR34916.3130220
Jeremiyah LoveHB22713.5200140
Trey McBrideTE2147.010120
Tyreek HillWR000.0—001
Defense
Box score: defensive stats by player
PlayerPosTKLSACKINTFFPD
Max MeltonCB60101
Harold Perkins Jr.MIKE30100
Budda BakerSS60001
Will JohnsonCB20100
Von MillerDT22000
John Henry DaleyWILL10100
Jelani McDonaldFS10100
Jessie Bates IIIFS00101
Clev LubinREDG21000
James Pearce JrREDG11010
Joshua FarmerDT11000
Kendal DanielsWILL20000
Dax HillCB20001
Rueben Bain Jr.LEDG10000
Jailin WalkerMIKE10000
Isaiah SimmonsFS10001
A.J. Terrell JrCB10001
Walter Nolen IIIDT00.5000
Jaylon JohnsonCB10001
Josh SweatREDG00.5000
Blake CashmanWILL10001
Divine DeabloMIKE00001
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Nick FolkK0000
Carlos TuckerK0030
Ben FelicianoK0050