buffalo bills vs atlanta falcons match player stats Atlanta Dominates Buffalo in Week 6 Matchup
The Atlanta Falcons delivered a statement performance against the Buffalo Bills in their Week 6 matchup on October 13, 2025, securing a 24-14 victory at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. With 72,067 fans in attendance, the Falcons improved to 8-9 on the season while the Bills fell to 12-5 .
Game Summary
The Falcons jumped out to an early lead, scoring 14 points in the first quarter and adding another 7 in the second to take a 21-7 halftime advantage. Buffalo managed only two touchdowns—one in each of the first and third quarters—but could not complete the comeback, as Atlanta’s defense shut out the Bills in the fourth quarter while adding a field goal to seal the win .
Final Score:
- Buffalo Bills: 14
- Atlanta Falcons: 24
| Statistic | Bills | Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| First Downs | 17 | 22 |
| Passing Yards | 157 | 233 |
| Rushing Yards | 134 | 210 |
| Possession Time | 28:21 | 31:39 |
Buffalo Bills Player Stats
Passing
The Bills’ passing attack struggled to find consistency against Atlanta’s defense:
| Player | C/ATT | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Allen | 26/32 | 157 | 2 | 2 | 72.6 |
Allen completed 26 of 32 passes but managed only 157 passing yards with two touchdowns against two interceptions, posting a low 72.6 passer rating .
Rushing
Buffalo’s ground game showed some effectiveness, totaling 134 rushing yards:
| Player | RUSH | YDS | AVG | TD | LONG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Cook | 17 | 87 | 5.1 | 0 | 14 |
| Josh Allen | 6 | 42 | 7.0 | 0 | 24 |
| Ty Johnson | 1 | 5 | 5.0 | 0 | 5 |
James Cook led the rushing attack with 87 yards on 17 carries, while Josh Allen contributed 42 yards on the ground .
Receiving
The receiving corps had modest production:
| Player | TGTS | REC | YDS | AVG | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keon Coleman | 6 | 3 | 11 | 3.7 | 0 |
| Dalton Kincaid | 5 | 3 | 27 | 9.0 | 0 |
| Khalil Shakir | 5 | 3 | 11 | 3.7 | 0 |
| Mack Hollins | 2 | 1 | 19 | 19.0 | 1 |
| Ty Johnson | 2 | 2 | 19 | 9.5 | 1 |
| Marquez Valdes-Scantling | 2 | 2 | 60 | 30.0 | 0 |
| Dawson Knox | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Curtis Samuel | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Marquez Valdes-Scantling led all receivers with 60 yards on two catches, while Mack Hollins and Ty Johnson each hauled in touchdown receptions .
Defense
Several Bills defenders posted notable tackle numbers:
| Player | TKL | SOLO | TFL | SACK | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terrel Bernard | 10 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Dorian Williams | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Taylor Rapp | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Rasul Douglas | 5 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| Greg Rousseau | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Linebacker Terrel Bernard led the team with 10 total tackles (5 solo) and added a pass deflection. Greg Rousseau contributed a sack among his three tackles .
Special Teams
| Player | Activity | STATS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyler Bass | FG | 0/0 |
| Sam Martin | PUNT | 6 punts, 4 inside 20 |
| Brandon Codrington | KR | 5 returns, 114 yards |
Punter Sam Martin was active, booting six punts with four downed inside the 20-yard line .
Atlanta Falcons Player Stats
Passing
The Falcons’ quarterback efficiently managed the game:
| Player | C/ATT | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirk Cousins | 32/42 | 233 | 1 | 0 | 97.1 |
Kirk Cousins completed an impressive 32 of 42 passes for 233 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions, posting a solid 97.1 passer rating .
Rushing
Atlanta’s ground game was dominant, amassing 210 rushing yards:
| Player | RUSH | YDS | AVG | TD | LONG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bijan Robinson | 19 | 170 | 8.9 | 1 | 81 |
| Tyler Allgeier | 10 | 32 | 3.2 | 1 | 21 |
| Kirk Cousins | 2 | 6 | 3.0 | 0 | 7 |
| Avery Williams | 1 | 2 | 2.0 | 0 | 2 |
Bijan Robinson was unstoppable, rushing for 170 yards on 19 carries—an astounding 8.9 yards per attempt—including a game-changing 81-yard run and a touchdown. Tyler Allgeier added 32 yards and a score .
Receiving
The Falcons’ receiving corps provided reliable targets:
| Player | TGTS | REC | YDS | AVG | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drake London | 16 | 10 | 158 | 15.8 | 1 |
| Darnell Mooney | 8 | 6 | 68 | 11.3 | 0 |
| Kyle Pitts | 4 | 3 | 18 | 6.0 | 0 |
| Bijan Robinson | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ray-Ray McCloud | 1 | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | 0 |
Drake London had a monster game, hauling in 10 receptions for 158 yards and a touchdown on 16 targets. Darnell Mooney contributed six catches for 68 yards .
Defense
The Falcons defense made key plays throughout:
| Player | TKL | SOLO | TFL | SACK | INT | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessie Bates III | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Kaden Elliss | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Troy Andersen | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| A.J. Terrell | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Grady Jarrett | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| David Onyemata | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Nate Landman | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Safety Jessie Bates III delivered an all-around performance with six tackles, an interception, three pass deflections, a tackle for loss, and a sack. A.J. Terrell also picked off Josh Allen, and Grady Jarrett added a sack among his four tackles .
Special Teams
| Player | Activity | STATS |
|---|---|---|
| Younghoe Koo | FG | 1/1 (33 yards) |
| Bradley Pinion | PUNT | 4 punts |
| Avery Williams | KR | 2 returns, 47 yards |
| Ray-Ray McCloud | PR | 1 return, 10 yards |
Kicker Younghoe Koo converted his only field goal attempt from 33 yards and added three extra points .
Key Takeaways
Atlanta’s Ground Game Dominance: The Falcons’ rushing attack, led by Bijan Robinson’s explosive 170-yard performance, completely controlled the tempo and kept the Bills’ defense off-balance throughout the game .
Buffalo’s Passing Struggles: Josh Allen’s two interceptions and limited passing yardage (157) proved costly, as the Bills couldn’t sustain drives against a Falcons defense that generated consistent pressure .
Drake London’s Breakout: London’s 10-catch, 158-yard performance with a touchdown demonstrated why he’s emerging as Kirk Cousins’ most trusted target in critical situations