Atlanta Falcons vs Arizona Cardinals Match Player Stats

The Atlanta Falcons vs Arizona Cardinals Match Player Stats from December 22, 2025, tell the story of a competitive 26-19 Atlanta victory shaped by efficient passing, a balanced rushing attack, productive receiving performances, and a few important defensive plays. Atlanta finished with 26 points, while Arizona scored 19, but the final score alone does not fully explain how the game developed. The player numbers reveal where each team created advantages and where opportunities were left on the field.

For anyone studying the game beyond the scoreboard, the most useful approach is to examine the passing, rushing, receiving, defensive, kicking, return, and turnover statistics together. Looking at one category in isolation can give a misleading impression. Atlanta’s 152 rushing yards, for example, helped complement Kirk Cousins’ 197 passing yards, while Arizona’s 203 passing yards came alongside 132 rushing yards. Those figures show two offenses that were able to move the ball, but Atlanta converted its production into more points.

This detailed breakdown uses the supplied game statistics to explain the individual performances and the larger team trends without adding unsupported figures or assumptions.

Atlanta Falcons vs Arizona Cardinals Match Player Stats at a Glance

The final score was Atlanta Falcons 26, Arizona Cardinals 19 on December 22, 2025.

Here are the most important numbers from the game:

Category	Atlanta Falcons	Arizona Cardinals
Final Score	26	19
Passing Yards	197	203
Team Rushing Yards	152	132
Team Rushing Attempts	37	23
Team Receiving Yards	197	203
Passing TDs	2	1
Interceptions Thrown	1	1
Sacks Allowed	1 for 7 yards	2 for 15 yards
Defensive Sacks	2	1
Team Tackles	56	74
Field Goals	2/2	4/6
Extra Points	2/3	1/1
Final Margin	+7	-7

One of the clearest differences is offensive balance. Atlanta attempted 37 rushing plays compared with 23 for Arizona. The Falcons therefore placed greater emphasis on the ground game, while Arizona’s offense generated slightly more passing yardage.

Kirk Cousins Passing Performance

Kirk Cousins completed 21 of 35 passes for 197 yards, averaging 5.6 yards per attempt. He threw two touchdowns and one interception.

His supplied statistics also list a 79.5 QBR and an 82.7 passer rating.

The numbers suggest a game in which Cousins was not asked to dominate through explosive passing volume. Instead, Atlanta’s passing production was spread across its receiving group while the rushing attack carried a substantial share of the offensive workload.

Cousins’ 21 completions accounted for all 197 of Atlanta’s listed passing yards. That gives the Falcons an average of roughly 9.4 yards per completion.

His two touchdown passes were especially important because Atlanta ultimately won by seven points. Passing touchdowns provided a direct contribution to the scoring advantage, while the team’s rushing touchdown added another six points.

Cousins’ Turnover

The major negative in Cousins’ statistics was his fumble.

He was credited with one fumble, which he lost. Atlanta also threw one interception during the game.

That means the Falcons committed two recorded quarterback-related turnovers in the supplied statistics: one interception and one lost fumble.

Despite those mistakes, Atlanta still produced enough offense and defensive resistance to win the game.

Jacoby Brissett Passing Performance

Arizona quarterback Jacoby Brissett completed 16 of 31 attempts for 203 yards.

He averaged 6.5 yards per attempt, threw one touchdown, and was intercepted once.

His supplied statistics include a 30.1 QBR and a 69.7 passer rating.

Brissett actually finished with six more passing yards than Cousins. That is an important reminder that passing yardage by itself does not determine which quarterback had the more effective game.

Arizona’s 203 passing yards were distributed across 16 completions, producing an average of approximately 12.7 yards per completion. That was higher than Atlanta’s average per completion.

The problem for Arizona was turning that production into enough points. The Cardinals scored 19 points despite producing 203 passing yards and 132 rushing yards.

Arizona’s Passing Efficiency

Arizona’s 6.5 yards per passing attempt exceeded Atlanta’s 5.6.

That indicates that the Cardinals were capable of generating useful yardage when they completed passes. However, Brissett was also recorded as being sacked twice for 15 yards.

Atlanta, by comparison, recorded only one sack of Cousins for seven yards.

That difference matters because sacks can end drives, reduce field position, and create difficult down-and-distance situations. While the supplied statistics do not provide full drive-by-drive information, the sack numbers clearly show that Arizona allowed more negative passing plays.

Atlanta’s Rushing Attack

The Falcons ran the ball 37 times for 152 yards, averaging 4.1 yards per rushing attempt.

That was one of the most important statistical foundations of Atlanta’s victory.

Two players led the ground attack:

• Tyler Allgeier: 16 carries, 79 yards, 4.9 average, 0 touchdowns, 12-yard long
• Bijan Robinson: 16 carries, 76 yards, 4.8 average, 0 touchdowns, 29-yard long

Allgeier narrowly led Robinson in rushing yardage, 79 to 76.

The difference was only three yards, which demonstrates how evenly the two backs contributed on the ground.

Tyler Allgeier’s Contribution

Allgeier averaged 4.9 yards per carry and finished with 79 yards on 16 attempts.

That is an efficient workload. His longest run was 12 yards, meaning his production was not dependent on one exceptionally long gain.

Instead, the supplied numbers show steady rushing output across his 16 attempts.

For an offense attempting to maintain balance, that kind of production can be valuable because it allows the team to continue using the running game without requiring every possession to depend on a major explosive play.

Bijan Robinson’s Rushing Contribution

Bijan Robinson also carried the ball 16 times, but his 76 rushing yards came with a higher individual long of 29 yards.

His average was 4.8 yards per carry.

The near-identical workloads between Robinson and Allgeier are one of the most notable elements of Atlanta’s rushing statistics. Neither player received a dramatically larger number of carries in the supplied data.

Robinson’s impact was not limited to rushing, however. His receiving statistics were even more significant.

Bijan Robinson’s Receiving Performance

Robinson was Atlanta’s leading receiver.

He recorded:

• 7 receptions
• 92 receiving yards
• 13.1 yards per reception
• 1 touchdown
• 41-yard longest reception
• 11 targets

This is arguably the most complete individual offensive statistical performance shown in the supplied data.

Robinson combined 76 rushing yards with 92 receiving yards for 168 total yards from scrimmage based on the listed rushing and receiving figures.

He was also responsible for one of Atlanta’s two receiving touchdowns.

The 41-yard reception was Atlanta’s longest listed reception of the game, giving Robinson a major explosive-play contribution.

Why Robinson’s Numbers Matter

The combination of rushing and receiving production makes Robinson central to understanding Atlanta’s offensive performance.

He was not simply a running back receiving a conventional rushing workload. He also became the team’s leading receiving target by yardage and receptions.

His 11 targets were the most among the Atlanta players listed.

That creates a difficult matchup profile because his production came through multiple methods. The supplied statistics show him gaining 76 yards on the ground and 92 through the air.

That versatility is one of the strongest individual themes in the Atlanta Falcons vs Arizona Cardinals Match Player Stats.

Kyle Pitts Sr. Adds Two-Way Receiving Value

Kyle Pitts Sr. finished with 7 receptions for 57 yards and one touchdown.

He was targeted nine times.

His average was 8.1 yards per reception, and his longest reception went for 12 yards.

Pitts’ seven catches matched Robinson’s total for the team lead in receptions.

His touchdown also accounted for one of Atlanta’s two receiving scores.

The nine targets indicate that he remained an important part of the passing structure even though Robinson finished with more receiving yardage.

Together, Robinson and Pitts accounted for:

• 14 receptions
• 149 receiving yards
• 2 receiving touchdowns

Those numbers represent a substantial portion of Atlanta’s listed 21 receptions and 197 receiving yards.

Drake London’s Receiving Numbers

Drake London recorded:

• 3 receptions
• 27 yards
• 9.0 yards per reception
• 0 touchdowns
• 12-yard longest reception
• 8 targets

London was targeted eight times, but his three receptions produced 27 yards.

That creates a notable contrast with Robinson, who turned 11 targets into seven receptions and 92 yards.

The numbers do not by themselves explain why the target-to-reception conversion differed, but they clearly show that Atlanta’s receiving production was concentrated among several key players.

Atlanta’s Team Receiving Production

The Falcons completed 21 passes for 197 yards and two touchdowns.

They averaged 9.4 yards per reception and recorded a longest reception of 41 yards.

The offense received significant contributions from Robinson and Pitts, while London also remained heavily involved as measured by targets.

The distribution shows that Atlanta did not rely on a single pass catcher for all of its offensive production.

At the same time, Robinson was clearly the standout because of his combination of volume, yardage, touchdown production, and explosive-play ability.

Arizona’s Rushing Attack

Arizona ran the ball 23 times for 132 yards, averaging 5.7 yards per carry.

That average was higher than Atlanta’s 4.1 yards per rushing attempt.

This is an important statistic because it shows that Arizona’s running game was efficient when measured strictly by yards per carry.

Michael Carter led the Cardinals with:

• 11 carries
• 65 yards
• 5.9 yards per carry
• 0 touchdowns
• 22-yard longest run

Corey Kiner added:

• 6 carries
• 32 yards
• 5.3 yards per carry
• 0 touchdowns
• 9-yard longest run

The Cardinals’ 5.7 team rushing average is one of the strongest efficiency numbers in the supplied statistics.

Michael Carter’s Ground Production

Carter’s 65 yards on 11 attempts produced a 5.9 average.

His 22-yard long was also Arizona’s longest listed rushing play.

That combination of volume and efficiency made him Arizona’s leading rusher.

However, the Cardinals’ overall rushing workload was much smaller than Atlanta’s. Arizona attempted 23 runs compared with Atlanta’s 37.

This difference in volume is significant when evaluating how each offense approached the game.

Arizona’s Receiving Leaders

Elijah Higgins was Arizona’s leading receiver by yardage.

He recorded:

• 7 receptions
• 91 yards
• 13.0 yards per reception
• 0 touchdowns
• 25-yard longest reception
• 8 targets

Higgins’ 91 receiving yards were almost half of Arizona’s listed 203 receiving yards.

His seven receptions also tied Atlanta’s Robinson and Pitts for the highest reception total among the principal players listed.

Michael Wilson’s Big-Play Impact

Michael Wilson caught only two passes, but those receptions went for 52 yards.

He averaged an impressive 26.0 yards per reception.

His longest reception was 32 yards, and he scored one touchdown.

This is a classic example of why reception totals need to be viewed alongside yardage. Wilson had fewer catches than Higgins, but his two receptions generated more than half of Higgins’ 91 yards on a per-catch basis.

His touchdown also contributed directly to Arizona’s 19-point total.

Trey McBride’s Numbers

Trey McBride recorded:

• 4 receptions
• 27 yards
• 6.8 yards per reception
• 0 touchdowns
• 10-yard longest reception
• 8 targets

His eight targets matched Higgins’ total.

However, Higgins produced 91 yards compared with McBride’s 27.

The difference highlights how target volume does not always translate into similar production.

Arizona Team Receiving Production

Arizona finished with 16 receptions for 203 yards.

The team averaged 12.7 yards per reception, significantly higher than Atlanta’s 9.4.

That figure demonstrates that Arizona generated more yardage per completed pass, despite completing fewer passes.

The Cardinals also recorded one receiving touchdown.

Their longest listed reception was 32 yards, compared with Atlanta’s 41-yard long.

This gives Arizona a statistical profile built around fewer completions but stronger yardage efficiency per reception.

Comparing the Quarterbacks

A direct comparison of Cousins and Brissett reveals an interesting statistical split.

Passing Statistic	Kirk Cousins	Jacoby Brissett
Completions	21	16
Attempts	35	31
Completion Percentage	60.0%	51.6%
Passing Yards	197	203
Yards per Attempt	5.6	6.5
Touchdowns	2	1
Interceptions	1	1
Sacks	1	2
Sack Yards	7	15
QBR	79.5	30.1
Passer Rating	82.7	69.7

Cousins completed five more passes and threw one additional touchdown.

Brissett gained six more passing yards and averaged more yards per attempt.

The most important distinction in the supplied data is therefore not total yardage. It is how each quarterback’s passing production translated into scoring and overall team success.

Cousins had the higher QBR and passer rating in the supplied figures, while Atlanta also won the game.

Turnovers and Defensive Impact

Turnovers were present on both sides.

Atlanta recorded an interception through C.J. Henderson.

Arizona recorded an interception through Denzel Burke, who returned his interception 16 yards.

Cousins also lost one fumble.

Arizona’s supplied defensive data lists Darius Robinson with a fumble recovery.

These plays made turnovers an important part of the game’s statistical profile.

Atlanta’s Defensive Numbers

Atlanta recorded:

• 56 total tackles
• 33 solo tackles
• 2 sacks
• 6 tackles for loss
• 7 passes defended
• 5 quarterback hits
• 1 interception

The Falcons generated twice as many sacks as Arizona.

Their seven passes defended also indicate active work against the passing game.

Arizona’s Defensive Numbers

Arizona recorded:

• 74 total tackles
• 33 solo tackles
• 1 sack
• 5 tackles for loss
• 6 passes defended
• 4 quarterback hits
• 1 interception

The Cardinals had more total tackles, 74 compared with Atlanta’s 56.

That statistic should not automatically be interpreted as superior defensive performance. More tackles can occur when a defense is involved in more plays or spends more time responding to completed offensive plays.

The more useful comparison here is the combination of sacks, tackles for loss, passes defended, and points allowed.

Arizona recorded one sack and allowed 26 points. Atlanta recorded two sacks and allowed 19.

C.J. Henderson’s Interception

C.J. Henderson was credited with Atlanta’s interception.

He recorded:

• 1 interception
• 0 return yards
• 0 interception return touchdowns

The interception itself was valuable because turnovers can end an opponent’s possession and create an opportunity for the offense.

Although Henderson did not return the ball for additional yardage, the turnover still appears in the defensive statistics as one of Atlanta’s key takeaway plays.

Denzel Burke’s Interception

Denzel Burke recorded Arizona’s interception.

His return produced 16 yards, with no touchdown.

Burke’s interception gave Arizona a defensive takeaway of its own and demonstrates that both defenses successfully generated an interception during the game.

The difference is that Atlanta ultimately produced enough offensive scoring to finish seven points ahead.

Sacks and Negative Plays

Atlanta’s defense recorded two sacks, while Arizona recorded one.

The Falcons’ two sacks accounted for pressure that resulted in 14 combined sack yards based on the supplied figures.

Arizona’s single sack produced seven yards.

From the offensive perspective, Cousins was sacked once for seven yards, while Brissett was sacked twice for 15 yards.

This gives Atlanta a clear advantage in the listed sack statistics.

Sacks are particularly important because they can remove substantial yardage without giving the offense a chance to gain positive yardage on the play. They can also change field position and down-and-distance situations.

Kicking Performance

Kicking played a major role in the final score.

Atlanta’s Zane Gonzalez made 2 of 2 field-goal attempts, including a long of 49 yards.

He also made 2 of 3 extra-point attempts and scored 8 points.

Arizona’s Chad Ryland made 4 of 6 field goals, with a long of 51 yards.

He converted his only extra-point attempt and finished with 13 points.

Zane Gonzalez

Gonzalez was perfect on field goals, converting both attempts.

His 49-yard long shows that Atlanta successfully converted from a substantial distance.

His two successful extra points added another two points to his total.

Overall, he contributed eight points.

Chad Ryland

Ryland scored more points individually than Gonzalez despite making fewer than all of his field-goal attempts.

His four made field goals generated 12 points, and his extra point added one more.

However, he missed two field-goal attempts.

Those missed opportunities are particularly relevant when examining a seven-point final margin. The supplied statistics do not establish exactly how the misses affected specific possessions, so it would be inappropriate to assign a precise number of lost points to any particular drive. What can be stated confidently is that Arizona attempted six field goals and made four.

Special Teams and Return Statistics

Atlanta recorded no kick returns.

Arizona’s kick return unit recorded four returns for 111 yards, averaging 27.8 yards per return.

Jalen Brooks returned two kicks for 56 yards, averaging 28.0 yards per return. His longest return was 32 yards.

Steven Sims also returned two kicks, producing 55 yards at an average of 27.5 yards per return. His longest return was 30 yards.

The Cardinals therefore generated useful field-position production through kick returns.

Atlanta Punt Return

Deven Thompkins recorded Atlanta’s only listed punt return.

He returned one punt for 8 yards.

Arizona recorded no punt returns.

Arizona Punting

Matt Haack punted once for 51 yards.

His punt averaged 51.0 yards, with a 51-yard long.

The supplied statistics list zero touchbacks and zero punts inside the 20.

What the Stats Reveal About the Game

The most valuable part of a box-score analysis is not repeating numbers. It is identifying the relationships between them.

Several patterns stand out.

1. Atlanta Won With Offensive Balance

Atlanta produced:

• 197 passing yards
• 152 rushing yards
• 37 rushing attempts
• 2 passing touchdowns
• 1 rushing touchdown

The Falcons did not depend entirely on Cousins’ arm.

The 37 rushing attempts show a strong commitment to the ground game, while Allgeier and Robinson each received 16 carries.

That balance gave Atlanta multiple ways to move the football.

2. Arizona Was Efficient Per Play in Several Areas

Arizona averaged:

• 6.5 yards per pass attempt
• 5.7 yards per rush
• 12.7 yards per reception

Those are productive efficiency numbers.

The Cardinals’ challenge was not a complete inability to generate yardage. Their 203 passing yards and 132 rushing yards demonstrate that they moved the ball.

The final result shows that yardage production did not translate into the same level of scoring as Atlanta.

3. Atlanta’s Two Passing Touchdowns Mattered

Cousins threw two touchdowns compared with Brissett’s one.

Atlanta also scored one rushing touchdown.

Arizona’s supplied statistics list one receiving touchdown and no rushing touchdown.

That touchdown distribution accounts for a significant part of the seven-point difference.

4. Atlanta Created More Sacks

The Falcons recorded two sacks to Arizona’s one.

Brissett was sacked twice for 15 yards, while Cousins was sacked once for seven.

That gives Atlanta an advantage in one of the clearest defensive disruption statistics available in the supplied data.

5. Both Teams Had an Interception

Neither quarterback was completely mistake-free.

Cousins and Brissett each threw one interception.

The Falcons also lost a fumble through Cousins.

That means Atlanta had turnover issues despite winning.

This is one reason why a simple score-based evaluation can overlook important weaknesses.

The Importance of Bijan Robinson’s Total Production

Robinson deserves special attention because his numbers cross multiple statistical categories.

His rushing line was:

16 carries, 76 yards.

His receiving line was:

7 receptions, 92 yards, 1 touchdown.

Together, those listed numbers equal 168 yards from scrimmage.

That is the highest combined yardage among the individual players specifically identified in the supplied Atlanta statistics.

He also recorded Atlanta’s longest reception at 41 yards.

His 11 targets demonstrate that he was a central component of the passing attack as well.

From a statistical analysis standpoint, Robinson’s performance illustrates why evaluating a running back solely through rushing yards can be incomplete. His receiving output nearly doubled his rushing yardage in this particular game.

Allgeier and Robinson Created a Strong Rushing Pair

Atlanta’s two leading rushers produced nearly identical workloads.

Allgeier:

16 carries, 79 yards

Robinson:

16 carries, 76 yards

Combined, they accounted for:

32 carries and 155 yards.

Atlanta’s team total was 37 carries for 152 yards in the supplied data.

Because the team rushing total and the two individual rushing lines produce a numerical difference, the supplied statistics appear to contain an internal inconsistency. The listed individual totals are therefore best treated exactly as provided rather than recalculated into a different official total.

This is an important data-quality point. A trustworthy statistics article should not silently change supplied figures just to make the numbers appear consistent.

Arizona’s Receiving Distribution

Arizona’s leading receiving numbers also deserve a closer look.

Elijah Higgins had 91 yards on seven receptions.

Michael Wilson had 52 yards on only two receptions.

Trey McBride had 27 yards on four receptions.

These three players combined for 170 receiving yards.

Arizona’s listed team receiving total was 203 yards.

That means the three identified players accounted for most of the team’s listed receiving production.

Wilson’s 26.0 yards per reception stands out as the most explosive average among the highlighted Arizona receivers.

Higgins, meanwhile, provided volume and consistency with seven catches.

The two performances demonstrate different forms of receiving value.

Why Arizona’s 19 Points Are Interesting

Arizona accumulated:

• 203 passing yards
• 132 rushing yards
• 335 combined passing and rushing yards based on the supplied team totals
• 4 made field goals
• 1 extra point
• 1 touchdown

Yet the team finished with 19 points.

That scoring profile shows how much Arizona relied on field goals.

Ryland made four field goals, accounting for 12 points by himself.

The Cardinals therefore converted several scoring opportunities into three-point possessions rather than touchdowns.

Atlanta, by contrast, scored three touchdowns based on the supplied touchdown distribution: two receiving touchdowns and one rushing touchdown.

That difference is central to understanding the seven-point final margin.

Why Atlanta’s 26 Points Matter More Than Total Yardage

The two teams were relatively close in overall offensive yardage based on the supplied passing and rushing figures.

Atlanta:

197 passing + 152 rushing = 349 yards.

Arizona:

203 passing + 132 rushing = 335 yards.

That is a difference of only 14 yards in favor of Atlanta.

Yet Atlanta won by seven points.

This is one of the strongest lessons from the statistics.

The game was not decided by a huge difference in total offensive yardage. Instead, scoring efficiency, touchdown production, defensive disruption, and individual explosive plays separated the teams.

Atlanta’s 349 combined passing and rushing yards were converted into 26 points.

Arizona’s 335 combined yards were converted into 19.

That seven-point scoring difference came despite relatively similar overall offensive yardage.

A Closer Look at Explosive Plays

Atlanta’s longest listed offensive play was Robinson’s 41-yard reception.

Arizona’s longest listed reception was Wilson’s 32-yard catch.

On the ground, Robinson also had Atlanta’s longest listed run at 29 yards.

Arizona’s longest listed run came from Carter at 22 yards.

These plays show that both teams had access to explosive gains.

Atlanta, however, had the largest listed individual offensive play of the game through Robinson’s 41-yard reception.

Explosive plays do not automatically win games, but they can dramatically change field position and scoring opportunities.

The Defensive Story

Atlanta’s defense recorded:

• 2 sacks
• 6 tackles for loss
• 7 passes defended
• 5 quarterback hits
• 1 interception

Arizona recorded:

• 1 sack
• 5 tackles for loss
• 6 passes defended
• 4 quarterback hits
• 1 interception

The statistical edge goes to Atlanta in several disruption categories.

The Falcons recorded more sacks, more tackles for loss, more passes defended, and more quarterback hits.

Arizona had more total tackles, but the broader defensive profile favors Atlanta in the categories most directly associated with disrupting the offense.

The Seven-Point Margin in Context

A seven-point victory can sometimes indicate a comfortable performance, but the statistics here suggest a much more competitive game.

Arizona had more passing yards.

Arizona had a higher rushing average.

Arizona had more yards per reception.

Arizona had more total tackles.

Arizona’s return game produced 111 kick-return yards.

Yet Atlanta won.

The reason becomes clearer when the numbers are viewed as a connected system.

Atlanta:

• Produced more total listed offensive yardage.
• Ran the ball more often.
• Threw two touchdown passes.
• Scored a rushing touchdown.
• Recorded two defensive sacks.
• Had a higher listed QBR and passer rating.
• Received a major all-around performance from Robinson.

Arizona:

• Passed for slightly more yardage.
• Averaged more yards per carry.
• Averaged more yards per reception.
• Made four field goals.
• Generated one interception.
• Produced strong kick-return yardage.

This was therefore not a game in which one team dominated every statistical category.

Atlanta simply converted its advantages into the higher final score.

Biggest Individual Performances

Based strictly on the supplied statistics, several players stand out.

Bijan Robinson

Robinson had the strongest overall statistical profile for Atlanta.

He produced 76 rushing yards, 92 receiving yards, and one receiving touchdown.

His 41-yard reception was also Atlanta’s longest listed reception.

Tyler Allgeier

Allgeier led Atlanta in rushing yards with 79.

He averaged 4.9 yards per carry on 16 attempts.

Kyle Pitts Sr.

Pitts recorded seven receptions for 57 yards and a touchdown.

His nine targets made him one of Cousins’ most frequently targeted receivers.

Elijah Higgins

Higgins led Arizona with 91 receiving yards on seven catches.

His 13.0 yards per reception showed strong efficiency.

Michael Wilson

Wilson generated 52 yards on just two catches and scored one touchdown.

His 26.0 yards per reception was the most explosive receiving average among the highlighted players.

Michael Carter

Carter led Arizona’s rushing attack with 65 yards on 11 attempts.

His 5.9 yards per carry was an efficient mark.

Zane Gonzalez

Gonzalez made both of his field-goal attempts and scored eight points.

Chad Ryland

Ryland scored 13 points through four field goals and one extra point, although he missed two field-goal attempts.

What Fans Should Take Away From the Box Score

The biggest lesson from these Atlanta Falcons vs Arizona Cardinals Match Player Stats is that football games cannot be fully understood through one headline statistic.

Arizona’s 203 passing yards exceeded Atlanta’s 197.

Arizona’s 5.7 rushing average exceeded Atlanta’s 4.1.

Arizona’s 12.7 yards per reception exceeded Atlanta’s 9.4.

But Atlanta still won 26-19.

Why?

Because Atlanta combined its production more effectively. The Falcons ran 37 times, generated 152 rushing yards, received 197 passing yards, scored three touchdowns according to the supplied scoring statistics, and produced stronger defensive disruption in sacks and quarterback hits.

The Falcons also received an exceptional multi-dimensional performance from Robinson.

How to Read Player Statistics Correctly

When reviewing a game like this, a useful process is to work through the statistics in layers.

Start With the Score

The final score establishes the outcome but does not explain it.

Examine Total Yardage

This reveals how much offensive production each team generated.

Check Passing and Rushing Separately

This identifies whether the offense was balanced or one-dimensional.

Look at Touchdowns

Touchdowns are generally more informative for scoring efficiency than raw yardage.

Review Turnovers

Interceptions and lost fumbles can alter the value of otherwise productive offensive performances.

Examine Defensive Disruption

Sacks, tackles for loss, quarterback hits, and interceptions reveal how defenses affected offensive execution.

Finish With Special Teams

Field goals, extra points, kick returns, punt returns, and punting can explain important differences in field position and scoring.

This approach provides a much clearer picture than simply listing the leading passer, rusher, and receiver.

Data Quality Matters When Reporting NFL Statistics

A major part of trustworthy sports reporting is recognizing when supplied data does not perfectly reconcile.

For example, the Atlanta rushing statistics list Allgeier with 16 carries for 79 yards and Robinson with 16 carries for 76 yards. Those two players therefore account for 32 carries and 155 yards.

The supplied Atlanta team rushing total is 37 carries for 152 yards.

Because the individual and team totals do not reconcile mathematically, a responsible article should preserve the supplied figures and clearly identify the discrepancy rather than inventing an explanation.

The same principle applies to any sports statistics database.

Accuracy is not simply about repeating numbers. It is also about recognizing when numbers conflict and avoiding unsupported conclusions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score of the Atlanta Falcons vs Arizona Cardinals game?

The Atlanta Falcons defeated the Arizona Cardinals 26-19 on December 22, 2025.

Who was Atlanta’s leading rusher?

Tyler Allgeier was Atlanta’s leading rusher in the supplied statistics with 16 carries for 79 yards.

Who was Atlanta’s leading receiver?

Bijan Robinson led Atlanta with 7 receptions for 92 yards and one touchdown.

How did Kirk Cousins perform?

Cousins completed 21 of 35 passes for 197 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. His supplied passer rating was 82.7, with a 79.5 QBR.

Who led Arizona in receiving?

Elijah Higgins led Arizona with 7 receptions for 91 yards.

Which kicker scored the most points?

Arizona kicker Chad Ryland scored 13 points, making four field goals and one extra point. Atlanta’s Zane Gonzalez scored eight points.

Conclusion

The Atlanta Falcons vs Arizona Cardinals Match Player Stats present a close and statistically interesting contest rather than a simple story of one team overwhelming the other.

Atlanta finished with 26 points and 349 combined passing and rushing yards based on the supplied team totals. The Falcons also ran the ball 37 times, received strong contributions from Tyler Allgeier and Bijan Robinson, and recorded two sacks on defense.

Robinson was the standout all-around performer, combining 76 rushing yards with 92 receiving yards and a touchdown. Allgeier added 79 rushing yards, while Kyle Pitts Sr. contributed seven receptions and a touchdown.

Arizona produced 203 passing yards and 132 rushing yards. Michael Carter led the ground game, while Elijah Higgins led the receiving group with 91 yards. Michael Wilson provided an explosive receiving performance with 52 yards and a touchdown on only two catches.

The Cardinals also received 13 points from Chad Ryland and strong kick-return production from Jalen Brooks and Steven Sims.

Ultimately, the numbers show why total yardage does not tell the entire story. Arizona generated strong efficiency in several areas, but Atlanta produced more touchdowns, maintained a heavier rushing workload, created more defensive pressure, and finished with seven more points.

For readers analyzing the game, the most meaningful takeaway is the relationship between volume, efficiency, turnovers, defensive disruption, and scoring. When those categories are considered together, the 26-19 result becomes much easier to understand.