Washington Commanders, Falcons

Falcons See Future with Michael Penix, but Playoff Hopes Crash at Commanders
The Atlanta Falcons saw rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s first signature moment, but they failed to finish in a 30-24 loss to the Washington Commanders.
Commanders vs. Falcons live updates: With playoff spot on the line, Washington trails 17-14
The Commanders can clinch a playoff berth if they defeat or tie the Falcons tonight on “Sunday Night Football.” Follow along for live updates and analysis.
Commanders get by Falcons in OT for long-awaited playoff berth
Jayden Daniels hit Zach Ertz for a 2-yard touchdown with 2:42 left in overtime as the Washington Commanders beat the Atlanta Falcons 30-24 on Sunday night in Landover, Md., to secure their first playoff berth since the 2020 season.
NFL playoff picture: What does Falcons-Commanders mean for NFC standings?
Washington’s thrilling overtime win over Atlanta locked up a playoff spot for the Commanders. Despite the loss, the Falcons are still alive in the NFC South title race. However, they no longer control their own destiny.
Commanders down Falcons in overtime thriller, hurt playoff chances
The Falcons had a chance to show the nation on prime-time television that they were a legitimate playoff team.
Falcons playoff picture: Atlanta's updated chances to make 2024 NFL playoffs after Week 17 loss vs. Commanders
Everything that could go wrong for the Falcons in Week 17 did. Now, they no longer control their destiny for the postseason. Atlanta entered this weekend in the driver's seat for the NFC South, but following the results from Sunday's slate,
NFL Week 17: Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons Overtime
Week 17 of the 2024/25 NFL season has already had 6 games played before Sunday’s first kickoff at 1pm. There’s still plenty of football to go, and the Washington Commanders home game against the Atlanta Falcons was flexed to the Sunday Night Football slot.

Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. announces engagement

Falcons are in good hands at QB, but making the playoffs may have to wait
To claim the NFC South title and earn a home playoff game, the Falcons must defeat Carolina (4-12) on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz ...
Atlanta Falcons Quarterback Mike Penix Jr. Is Engaged to Olivia Carter: See the Sweet Proposal Photos!
Congratulations are in order for Mike Penix Jr.! The Atlanta Falcons quarterback proposed to his girlfriend Olivia Carter on ...
Commanders Can Beat the Falcons By Forcing Them to the Sky
Running backs Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier provide Atlanta with a potent one-two combination that can shorten a game, give their team control of the clock, and put pressure on opponents because ...
Penix and the Falcons at Daniels and the Commanders in prime-time meeting of 1st-round rookie QBs
Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons visit Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders in the NFL's first prime-time ...
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Falcons Recap: Penix vs. Daniels, playoff odds, Mike Vick record
The Atlanta Falcons bounced back from a four-game losing streak by winning back-to-back games in Weeks 15 and 16, potentially ...
Falcons Coach Morris Touts Growth, Development of Rookie Class
Despite an overall lack of action and production, the Atlanta Falcons have seen positive things from their rookie class.