The latest completed Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons matchup was played on September 28, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Atlanta defeated Washington 34-27. The Falcons produced 435 total net yards, while Washington finished with 294. Michael Penix Jr. threw for 313 yards and two touchdowns, and Bijan Robinson generated 181 scrimmage yards. Pro Football Reference
The previous meeting was Washington’s 30-24 overtime victory on December 29, 2024. Jayden Daniels accounted for 354 combined passing and rushing yards in that game, including 227 passing yards and 127 rushing yards. Pro Football Reference
Key Statistics
Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons — September 28, 2025
| Team Statistic | Washington Commanders | Atlanta Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 27 | 34 |
| Total Net Yards | 294 | 435 |
| Time of Possession | 25:45 | 34:15 |
| Penalties | 6 | 5 |
| Penalty Yards | 50 | 45 |
| First Downs | — | — |
| Passing Yards | 147 net | 307 net |
| Rushing Yards | 147 | 128 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Sacks Allowed | 2 | 1 |
Atlanta’s 435 total yards gave the Falcons a 141-yard advantage over Washington. The Falcons also held possession for 34:15, nearly nine minutes longer than the Commanders. Pro Football Reference
Passing Statistics
| Player | Team | Comp/Att | Pass Yards | TD | INT | Pass Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Penix Jr. | Falcons | 20/26 | 313 | 2 | 1 | 126.0 |
| Marcus Mariota | Commanders | 16/27 | 156 | 2 | 1 | 84.8 |
Penix completed 76.9% of his passes and averaged 12.0 yards per attempt. Mariota completed 59.3% of his attempts. Pro Football Reference
Rushing Statistics
| Player | Team | Carries | Rush Yards | Avg. | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bijan Robinson | Falcons | 17 | 75 | 4.4 | 1 | 14 |
| Tyler Allgeier | Falcons | 16 | 51 | 3.2 | 1 | 19 |
| Chris Rodriguez Jr. | Commanders | 7 | 59 | 8.4 | 0 | 48 |
| Jacory Croskey-Merritt | Commanders | 7 | 47 | 6.7 | 0 | 16 |
| Marcus Mariota | Commanders | 2 | 20 | 10.0 | 0 | 22 |
Robinson led Atlanta’s rushing attack with 75 yards and one touchdown. Allgeier added 51 yards and one touchdown. Washington’s Chris Rodriguez Jr. recorded 59 yards, including a 48-yard run. Pro Football Reference
Receiving Statistics
| Player | Team | Targets | Receptions | Receiving Yards | Avg. | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake London | Falcons | 10 | 8 | 110 | 13.8 | 1 | 43 |
| Bijan Robinson | Falcons | 5 | 4 | 106 | 26.5 | 0 | 69 |
| Kyle Pitts | Falcons | 5 | 5 | 70 | 14.0 | 1 | 26 |
| Deebo Samuel | Commanders | 6 | 6 | 72 | 12.0 | 1 | 24 |
| Luke McCaffrey | Commanders | 3 | 2 | 21 | 10.5 | 1 | 16 |
| Zach Ertz | Commanders | 4 | 2 | 21 | 10.5 | 0 | 14 |
| Jaylin Lane | Commanders | 3 | 2 | 18 | 9.0 | 0 | 11 |
London led all receivers with 110 yards. Robinson’s 106 receiving yards combined with his 75 rushing yards for 181 scrimmage yards. Pro Football Reference
Scoring Summary
| Quarter | Washington | Atlanta |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 0 | 10 |
| 2nd | 10 | 7 |
| 3rd | 6 | 14 |
| 4th | 11 | 3 |
| Final | 27 | 34 |
Atlanta touchdowns came from Drake London, Bijan Robinson, Kyle Pitts and Tyler Allgeier. Washington touchdowns came from Luke McCaffrey and Deebo Samuel. Washington Commanders
Career Overview
The Washington Commanders and Atlanta Falcons are NFC franchises that have met since 1966. Washington’s franchise has played under several names during the series, including the Washington Redskins and Washington Football Team.
The latest matchup came in Week 4 of the 2025 NFL season. Both teams entered the game at 2-1. Atlanta won 34-27 and moved to 3-1, while Washington fell to 2-2. Pro Football Reference
Atlanta’s offense was led by Penix, Robinson and London. Penix’s 313 passing yards were the highest passing total of the game, while Robinson combined rushing and receiving production for 181 yards.
Washington used Marcus Mariota at quarterback in place of Jayden Daniels. Mariota threw two touchdown passes but also had one interception. Pro Football Reference
The previous meeting, in December 2024, went to overtime. Washington won 30-24 after Daniels connected with Zach Ertz for the winning two-yard touchdown. Pro Football Reference
Career Statistics
The following tables show career regular-season statistics through the end of the 2025 season for several of the principal players featured in the recent Commanders-Falcons matchup.
Michael Penix Jr.
| Career Statistic Through 2025 | Total |
|---|---|
| Games | 14 |
| Starts | 12 |
| Completions | 227 |
| Attempts | 381 |
| Completion % | 59.6% |
| Passing Yards | 2,757 |
| Passing TD | 12 |
| Interceptions | 6 |
| Yards/Attempt | 7.2 |
Penix entered the 2026 season with 2,757 passing yards, 12 touchdown passes and six interceptions in 14 regular-season games. Pro Football Reference
Bijan Robinson
| Career Statistic Through 2025 | Total |
|---|---|
| Games | 51 |
| Rush Attempts | 805 |
| Rushing Yards | 3,910 |
| Rushing TD | 25 |
| Receptions | 198 |
| Receiving Yards | 1,738 |
| Receiving TD | 10 |
| Total Scrimmage Yards | 5,648 |
| Total TD | 35 |
Robinson’s 2025 season ended with 1,478 rushing yards and 820 receiving yards, giving him 2,298 yards from scrimmage for the season. Pro Football Reference
Kyle Pitts
| Career Statistic Through 2025 | Total |
|---|---|
| Games | 78 |
| Receptions | 284 |
| Receiving Yards | 3,579 |
| Receiving TD | 15 |
| Yards/Reception | 12.6 |
Pitts recorded 88 receptions for 928 yards and five touchdowns in 2025. Pro Football Reference
Drake London
| Career Statistic Through 2025 | Total |
|---|---|
| Games | 62 |
| Starts | 60 |
| Receptions | 309 |
| Receiving Yards | 3,961 |
| Receiving TD | 22 |
| Receiving Yards/Game | 64.0 |
London finished 2025 with 68 receptions for 919 yards and seven touchdowns in 12 games. Pro Football Reference
Deebo Samuel
| Career Statistic Through 2025 | Total |
|---|---|
| Games | 97 |
| Receptions | 406 |
| Receiving Yards | 5,519 |
| Receiving TD | 27 |
| Rushing Attempts | 219 |
| Rushing Yards | 1,218 |
| Rushing TD | 21 |
Samuel’s 2025 season with Washington produced 72 receptions for 727 yards and five receiving touchdowns. Pro Football Reference
Jayden Daniels
| Career Statistic Through 2025 | Total |
|---|---|
| Games | 24 |
| Starts | 24 |
| Completions | 445 |
| Attempts | 668 |
| Passing Yards | 4,830 |
| Passing TD | 33 |
| Interceptions | 12 |
| Rushing Attempts | 206 |
| Rushing Yards | 1,169 |
| Rushing TD | 8 |
Daniels’ first two NFL seasons included a 3,568-yard, 25-touchdown passing campaign in 2024 and 1,262 passing yards in seven games in 2025. Pro Football Reference
Season-by-Season Stats
Recent Washington vs Atlanta Meetings
| Season | Winner | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Atlanta Falcons | ATL 34-27 WAS | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 2024 | Washington Commanders | WAS 30-24 OT | Northwest Stadium |
| 2023 | Washington Commanders | WAS 24-16 ATL | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 2022 | Washington Commanders | WAS 19-13 ATL | Atlanta |
| 2021 | Washington | WAS 34-30 ATL | Atlanta |
The 2025 Atlanta victory ended Washington’s four-game winning streak in the recent series dating back to 2021. Pro Football Reference
2025 Matchup
| Player | Passing | Rushing | Receiving | Total Scrimmage Yards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Penix Jr. | 313 yds, 2 TD, 1 INT | 2 yds | — | 315 |
| Bijan Robinson | — | 75 yds, 1 TD | 106 yds | 181 |
| Drake London | — | — | 110 yds, 1 TD | 110 |
| Kyle Pitts | — | — | 70 yds, 1 TD | 70 |
| Marcus Mariota | 156 yds, 2 TD, 1 INT | 20 yds | — | 176 |
| Deebo Samuel | — | 9 yds | 72 yds, 1 TD | 81 |
| Chris Rodriguez Jr. | — | 59 yds | — | 59 |
2024 Matchup
Washington defeated Atlanta 30-24 in overtime on December 29, 2024. Daniels completed 24 of 36 passes for 227 yards and three touchdowns and added 127 rushing yards. Penix threw for 223 yards, one touchdown and one interception. Pro Football Reference
| Player | Team | Passing Yards | Rushing Yards | Receiving Yards | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayden Daniels | Commanders | 227 | 127 | — | 3 pass TD |
| Michael Penix Jr. | Falcons | 223 | 3 | — | 1 pass TD |
| Bijan Robinson | Falcons | — | 90 | 8 | 2 rush TD |
| Drake London | Falcons | — | — | 106 | 0 |
| Zach Ertz | Commanders | — | — | 72 | 2 |
| Kyle Pitts | Falcons | — | — | 44 | 1 |
Records
Head-to-Head Series
Pro Football Reference’s historical matchup database lists Washington with an 18-11-1 advantage entering the 2025 meeting. Atlanta then won the September 2025 matchup, making the series 19-12-1 in Washington’s favor through the 2025 regular season. Pro Football Reference
| Category | Washington | Atlanta |
|---|---|---|
| Regular-Season Wins Through 2025 | 19 | 12 |
| Ties | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 Result | Loss | Win |
| 2024 Result | Win | Loss |
| 2023 Result | Win | Loss |
| 2022 Result | Win | Loss |
| 2021 Result | Win | Loss |
Recent Matchup Records
- Washington won four consecutive meetings from 2021 through 2024.
- Atlanta ended that streak with its 34-27 win in 2025.
- The 2024 meeting went to overtime.
- Washington won the 2024 game 30-24.
- Atlanta’s 2025 victory was its first against Washington since 2019.
- The 2025 matchup produced 61 combined points.
Awards and Honors
| Player | Team | Major NFL Honors |
|---|---|---|
| Jayden Daniels | Commanders | 2024 AP Offensive Rookie of the Year; Pro Bowl |
| Bijan Robinson | Falcons | 2× Pro Bowl; 1× AP First-Team All-Pro |
| Kyle Pitts | Falcons | Pro Bowl; 2025 AP Second-Team All-Pro |
| Deebo Samuel | Commanders | Pro Bowl; 2021 AP First-Team All-Pro |
| Michael Penix Jr. | Falcons | No major NFL individual award through 2025 |
Daniels won AP Offensive Rookie of the Year after his 2024 season. Robinson’s 2025 season earned AP First-Team All-Pro recognition, while Pitts was named AP Second-Team All-Pro after recording 88 receptions for 928 yards and five touchdowns. Pro Football Reference
Performance Trends
Michael Penix Jr. vs Washington
Penix’s production increased from the 2024 meeting to the 2025 matchup.
| Statistic | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Completions | 19 | 20 |
| Attempts | 35 | 26 |
| Completion Rate | 54.3% | 76.9% |
| Passing Yards | 223 | 313 |
| Passing TD | 1 | 2 |
| INT | 1 | 1 |
| Passer Rating | 71.5 | 126.0 |
Penix threw for 90 more yards in 2025 despite attempting nine fewer passes. His passer rating rose from 71.5 to 126.0. Pro Football Reference
Bijan Robinson’s Dual-Threat Production
Robinson produced significant receiving yardage in the 2025 matchup.
| Statistic | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Rushing Attempts | 17 |
| Rushing Yards | 75 |
| Rushing TD | 1 |
| Receptions | 4 |
| Receiving Yards | 106 |
| Total Scrimmage Yards | 181 |
| Long Reception | 69 yards |
His 69-yard reception was the longest offensive play of the game. Pro Football Reference
Drake London
London produced more than 100 receiving yards in both of the two most recent Commanders-Falcons meetings.
| Season | Receptions | Targets | Receiving Yards | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | 13 | 106 | 0 |
| 2025 | 8 | 10 | 110 | 1 |
London increased his receptions from seven to eight and his yardage from 106 to 110. Pro Football Reference
Washington Quarterback Production
Washington used different starting quarterbacks in the two most recent games.
| Season | Quarterback | Pass Yards | Pass TD | INT | Rush Yards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Jayden Daniels | 227 | 3 | 1 | 127 |
| 2025 | Marcus Mariota | 156 | 2 | 1 | 20 |
Daniels produced 354 combined passing and rushing yards in 2024. Mariota recorded 176 combined passing and rushing yards in 2025. Pro Football Reference
Historical Context
The Washington-Atlanta series began in 1966. Washington has maintained the historical advantage, with the 2025 result leaving the franchise ahead 19-12-1 in the regular-season series. Pro Football Reference
The recent matchup history has produced several close games:
| Year | Margin | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 points | Washington |
| 2022 | 6 points | Washington |
| 2023 | 8 points | Washington |
| 2024 | 6 points | Washington |
| 2025 | 7 points | Atlanta |
None of the last five meetings was decided by more than eight points.
The 2024 and 2025 games also produced different statistical profiles. Washington gained 412 total yards in the 2024 victory, while Atlanta gained 435 yards in the 2025 win. Pro Football Reference
Head-to-Head Statistics
All-Time Series Through 2025
| Category | Washington Commanders | Atlanta Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Regular-Season Wins | 19 | 12 |
| Ties | 1 | 1 |
| Total Regular-Season Meetings | 32 | 32 |
| 2025 Wins | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 Wins | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 Wins | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Wins | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 Wins | 1 | 0 |
Last Five Meetings
| Date | Winner | Score | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept. 28, 2025 | Atlanta | 34-27 | Atlanta |
| Dec. 29, 2024 | Washington | 30-24 OT | Washington |
| Oct. 15, 2023 | Washington | 24-16 | Atlanta |
| Nov. 27, 2022 | Washington | 19-13 | Atlanta |
| Oct. 3, 2021 | Washington | 34-30 | Atlanta |
Two Most Recent Games
| Statistic | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Points | 30 | 27 |
| Atlanta Points | 24 | 34 |
| Combined Points | 54 | 61 |
| Washington Total Yards | 412 | 294 |
| Atlanta Total Yards | 337 | 435 |
| Winner | Washington | Atlanta |
Recent Form
The most recent completed Commanders-Falcons matchup remains the September 28, 2025 game. The teams did not meet during the 2026 regular-season games completed through September 19, 2026.
Atlanta’s Latest 2026 Form
Atlanta opened the 2026 season with a 20-13 loss to Pittsburgh. Cooper Rush started at quarterback and completed 12 of 22 passes for 143 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions. Bijan Robinson recorded 83 rushing yards and 90 receiving yards in that game. Michael Penix Jr. was still recovering from the injury that ended his 2025 season. Reuters
Washington’s Latest 2026 Form
Washington opened the 2026 season with a 24-22 loss to Philadelphia. Jayden Daniels threw for 164 yards and two touchdowns, while rookie Antonio Williams caught four passes for 64 yards and a touchdown. Reuters
2026 Opening-Game Comparison
| Statistic | Commanders | Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 Opponent | Philadelphia Eagles | Pittsburgh Steelers |
| Result | L, 24-22 | L, 20-13 |
| Starting QB | Jayden Daniels | Cooper Rush |
| Passing Yards | 164 | 143 |
| Passing TD | 2 | 1 |
| Interceptions | — | 2 |
| Leading RB | Bill Croskey-Merritt | Bijan Robinson |
| Leading Receiving Performance | Antonio Williams: 64 yds | Bijan Robinson: 90 yds |
The 2026 figures are current through the Week 1 games and are separate from the September 2025 Commanders-Falcons matchup. Hogs Haven
Statistical Highlights
- 34: Atlanta’s points in the latest Commanders-Falcons game.
- 27: Washington’s points.
- 435: Atlanta’s total net yards.
- 294: Washington’s total net yards.
- 313: Michael Penix Jr.’s passing yards.
- 126.0: Penix’s passer rating.
- 156: Marcus Mariota’s passing yards.
- 110: Drake London’s receiving yards.
- 106: Bijan Robinson’s receiving yards.
- 75: Robinson’s rushing yards.
- 181: Robinson’s scrimmage yards.
- 70: Kyle Pitts’ receiving yards.
- 72: Deebo Samuel’s receiving yards.
- 59: Chris Rodriguez Jr.’s rushing yards.
- 48: Rodriguez’s longest run.
- 69: Robinson’s longest reception.
- 34:15: Atlanta’s time of possession.
- 25:45: Washington’s time of possession.
- 19-12-1: Washington’s regular-season series record after the 2025 meeting.
- 61: Combined points scored in the 2025 matchup.
- 141: Atlanta’s advantage in total net yards.
- 8: Washington’s consecutive losses? No — this figure should not be used; Washington’s 2025 loss was its first defeat to Atlanta since 2019 in the recent series. Pro Football Reference
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons?
The Atlanta Falcons defeated the Washington Commanders 34-27 on September 28, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Pro Football Reference
Who was the leading passer in the game?
Michael Penix Jr. led all passers with 313 yards, two touchdowns and one interception on 20-of-26 passing. Pro Football Reference
How many passing yards did Marcus Mariota have?
Mariota threw for 156 yards, two touchdowns and one interception on 16-of-27 passing. Pro Football Reference
Who led Atlanta in rushing?
Bijan Robinson led the Falcons with 75 rushing yards on 17 carries and scored one touchdown. Tyler Allgeier added 51 yards and one touchdown. Pro Football Reference
Who had the most receiving yards?
Drake London led all players with 110 receiving yards on eight catches. Pro Football Reference
How many total yards did Bijan Robinson produce?
Robinson recorded 75 rushing yards and 106 receiving yards for 181 total scrimmage yards. Pro Football Reference
How did Deebo Samuel perform?
Samuel caught all six of his targets for 72 yards and one touchdown. He also had three rushing attempts for nine yards. Pro Football Reference
Who won the previous Commanders vs Falcons game?
Washington defeated Atlanta 30-24 in overtime on December 29, 2024. Pro Football Reference
What was Jayden Daniels’ performance in the 2024 matchup?
Daniels completed 24 of 36 passes for 227 yards and three touchdowns. He also rushed for 127 yards. Pro Football Reference
What is the Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons all-time record?
Through the 2025 regular season, Washington leads the series 19-12-1. Pro Football Reference
How many points were scored in the 2025 Commanders-Falcons game?
The two teams scored 61 combined points, with Atlanta scoring 34 and Washington scoring 27. Pro Football Reference
Who scored touchdowns for Atlanta in 2025?
Drake London caught a touchdown pass, while Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier scored rushing touchdowns. Kyle Pitts also caught a touchdown pass from Penix. Washington Commanders
Who scored Washington’s touchdowns?
Luke McCaffrey caught a touchdown pass from Marcus Mariota, and Deebo Samuel caught the other Washington touchdown. Samuel’s touchdown came on a 24-yard reception. Washington Commanders
Sources and References
- NFL official statistics — league and player statistics.
- Washington Commanders official Game Center — 2025 Washington vs Atlanta box score and scoring data. Washington Commanders
- Pro Football Reference — historical box scores, career statistics and head-to-head records. Pro Football Reference
- Atlanta Falcons official Game Center — historical game information and team statistics.
- NFL.com player statistics — career and season player totals. NFL
- Associated Press/Pro Football Reference 2025 All-Pro records — 2025 individual honors. Pro Football Reference
Data note: Match statistics in this article refer primarily to the latest completed Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons game on September 28, 2025. Career tables are limited to statistics verifiable through the end of the 2025 season; 2026 statistics are shown separately under Recent Form and are not mixed into the career totals.
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