Recap of the Bills vs Falcons game (Oct 13, 2025)

🏈 Final Score & Context

Atlanta Falcons 24 – Buffalo Bills 14
The Falcons improve to 3–2, while the Bills drop to 4–2.
The matchup took place on Monday Night Football and showcased Atlanta’s balance between offense and defense.
Rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. led the Falcons to one of their most complete performances this season.

Atlanta started strong. Running back Tyler Allgeier opened the scoring with a 21-yard touchdown run on the Falcons’ first drive.
Moments later, Bijan Robinson delivered the highlight of the night — an 81-yard touchdown run, electrifying the home crowd and giving Atlanta a 14–0 lead.
The Bills struggled early, with QB Josh Allen pressured heavily by Atlanta’s defensive front.
Before the end of the quarter, Michael Penix Jr. connected with Drake London for a 9-yard touchdown, pushing the score to 21–0.

Buffalo’s offense remained inconsistent, facing multiple three-and-outs and an interception thrown by Josh Allen to Dee Alford.
The Bills finally found momentum near halftime, with Allen leading a solid drive capped by a short touchdown pass to Ray Davis, cutting the deficit to 21–7.
Atlanta almost extended its lead, but a potential touchdown by Drake London was called back after he stepped out of bounds before crossing the goal line.
Halftime score: Falcons 21 – Bills 7

Buffalo’s defense tightened up, limiting big plays from Robinson and Penix Jr.
The Bills offense started to click, and Allen threw another touchdown pass to Ray Davis for 16 yards, bringing the game to 21–14.
However, Atlanta’s defensive line, led by Calais Campbell and Arnold Ebiketie, kept pressuring Allen and preventing deep completions.

In the final quarter, the Falcons controlled the tempo with a run-heavy drive.
Younghoe Koo nailed a 33-yard field goal, extending Atlanta’s lead to 24–14.
Buffalo tried to rally late, but Atlanta’s defense held strong — forcing Allen into incompletions and a turnover on downs in the final two minutes.
The Bills’ last meaningful drive ended in Falcons territory, sealing the win for Atlanta.

Bijan Robinson: Over 200 total yards (rushing + receiving) and a spectacular 81-yard touchdown run.
Michael Penix Jr.: 19-of-28 passing, 228 yards, 1 TD, 0 INTs — efficient and composed.
Drake London: 7 receptions, 82 yards, 1 TD.
Defense: Recorded 3 sacks, 1 interception, and constant pressure on Allen.

Josh Allen: 23-of-37 for 248 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT, but under heavy pressure all game.
Ray Davis: The bright spot — 2 receiving touchdowns.
Defense: Greg Rousseau blocked a Falcons field goal attempt in the second half.
Injuries: LB Terrel Bernard left with a right ankle injury, and CB Christian Benford exited early with a leg issue.

Atlanta’s run game dominated, especially in the first half.
Buffalo’s offense couldn’t find consistency under pressure.
Penix Jr. continues to prove he can manage big games with maturity.
The Falcons’ defense made the difference, forcing turnovers and controlling the line of scrimmage.