Houston
Texans
10-4
22
FINAL
21
Atlanta
Falcons
7-7
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 3d ago
In a thrilling Week 16 matchup, the Houston Texans narrowly defeated the Atlanta Falcons by a score of 22-21. With playoff implications on the line, both teams fought hard, but it was Houston that ultimately emerged victorious, clinching a crucial win as the season winds down. Atlanta's Michael Penix Jr. led the charge offensively, throwing for 251 yards and two touchdowns, showcasing his ability to move the ball effectively. Bijan Robinson added 76 rushing yards to complement the passing game, while Olamide Zaccheaus contributed with 67 receiving yards, helping to keep the Falcons competitive throughout the contest. On the defensive side, Will Anderson Jr. was the standout performer for Houston, recording nine tackles and three sacks, disrupting Atlanta's offensive rhythm. His relentless pressure was pivotal in the game's turning point, forcing a critical turnover that swung momentum in Houston's favor late in the fourth quarter. Despite A.J. Terrell Jr.'s interception for Atlanta, it was the Texans' defense that ultimately held firm to secure the win.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Michael Penix JrQB331855%2512361.5
John MateerQB251352%1081243.4
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Bijan RobinsonHB18764.2160120
Zachariah BranchWR4297.390100
Keaton MitchellHB13231.83280
Woody MarksHB5193.8—070
Ahmad HardyHB12181.54090
David MontgomeryHB133.0—030
Ryan Coleman-WilliamWR000.0—001
Jake FergusonTE000.0—000
Nico CollinsWR000.0—000
John MateerQB200.0—010
Nyck HarborWR1-2-2.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Olamide ZaccheausWR26733.5561590
Jake FergusonTE56513.0180240
Ladd McConkeyWR46416.0401390
Nico CollinsWR55010.0120120
Keaton MitchellHB4379.3240220
Zachariah BranchWR22110.560130
Bijan RobinsonHB11818.0190180
Jaylin NoelWR188.0—080
Luke MusgraveTE284.04040
Kyle Pitts SrTE155.04050
Nyck HarborWR155.01150
Raheim SandersHB144.03040
Ahmad HardyHB144.06040
Ryan Coleman-WilliamWR133.0—030
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Jake BaileyP0000
Chad RylandK23147
Ka'imi FairbairnK0020