Atlanta
Falcons
2-1
76
FINAL
6
Minnesota
Vikings
2-2
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a commanding display of dominance, the Atlanta Falcons topped the Minnesota Vikings 76-6 in Week 12 of the 2026 season. With playoff implications on the line, Atlanta solidified its standing as a formidable contender in the league, showcasing a relentless offensive performance that left the Vikings reeling.
Deshaun Watson was the star of the show, throwing for 327 yards and an astonishing nine touchdowns, leading an aerial assault that overwhelmed Minnesota's defense. Bijan Robinson contributed significantly on the ground, racking up 171 rushing yards, while Drake London shined in the receiving game with 132 yards, proving to be a reliable target throughout the contest.
Defensively, the Falcons were equally impressive, forcing the Vikings into a series of mistakes and stifling their offensive efforts. The turning point came early in the game when Jessie Bates III intercepted a pass, setting the tone for Atlanta's overwhelming control. With Da'Shawn Hand adding a sack to the mix and Xavier Watts leading in tackles, the Falcons' defense complemented the explosive offense, ensuring a lopsided victory that will be remembered for its sheer dominance.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deshaun Watson | QB | 38 | 21 | 327 | 9 | 0 | 123.5 |
| Kyler Murray | QB | 30 | 9 | 75 | 0 | 5 | — |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bijan Robinson | HB | 10 | 171 | 17.1 | 2 | 96 | 0 |
| Kyler Murray | QB | 6 | 74 | 12.3 | 0 | 36 | 1 |
| Demond Claiborne | HB | 8 | 30 | 3.8 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Jordan Mason | HB | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake London | WR | 7 | 132 | 18.9 | 3 | 31 | 0 |
| Zachariah Branch | WR | 4 | 63 | 15.8 | 1 | 25 | 0 |
| Olamide Zaccheaus | WR | 3 | 60 | 20.0 | 1 | 31 | 0 |
| Bijan Robinson | HB | 3 | 40 | 13.3 | 1 | 18 | 0 |
| Kyle Pitts Sr | TE | 4 | 32 | 8.0 | 3 | 17 | 0 |
| Jordan Addison | WR | 1 | 20 | 20.0 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Demond Claiborne | HB | 4 | 19 | 4.8 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Aaron Jones Sr | HB | 1 | 15 | 15.0 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| T.J. Hockenson | TE | 2 | 13 | 6.5 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Justin Jefferson | WR | 1 | 8 | 8.0 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Harris | WILL | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Jessie Bates III | FS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| A.J. Terrell Jr | CB | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Xavier Watts | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Da'Shawn Hand | DT | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Divine Deablo | MIKE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Sydney Brown | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jakobe Thomas | FS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Avieon Terrell | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Isaiah Rodgers Sr | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jabrill Peppers | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mike Hughes | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Zach Harrison | DT | 0 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Josh Metellus | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| James Pearce Jr | REDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Harold Perkins Jr. | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ivan Pace Jr | WILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jalon Walker | LEDG | 0 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Jammie Robinson | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jay Ward | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| DeMarcco Hellams | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Caleb Banks | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Byron Murphy Jr | CB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Clark Phillips III | CB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Blake Cashman | MIKE | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Will Reichard | K | 2 | 2 | 0 | 53 |
| Nick Folk | K | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0 |

