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Zac Robinson’s move to the sideline sparked the Falcons’ offense as Michael Penix, Drake London and Bijan Robinson powered a 34-point win.
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Penix and Robinson have career-best days to lead Falcons to 34-27 win over short-handed Commanders
Michael Penix Jr. bounced back from his worst NFL start, Bijan Robinson had a career-high 181 yards from scrimmage and the Atlanta Falcons beat the short-handed Washington Commanders 34-27
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Unfortunately, Commanders defense was just what Michael Penix needed
The second half wasn't any better. In fact, on the day, the Commanders' defense permitted the Falcons to have scoring drives of 45 yards (Field Goal), 73 yards (Touchdown), 63 yards (Touchdown), 76 yards (Touchdown), 72 yards (Touchdown), 69 yards (Field Goal).
The Washington Commanders, led by quarterback Marcus Mariota, face the Atlanta Falcons, led by quarterback Michael Penix Jr. on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.
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