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Atlanta Falls 42-21 to Vikings - Recap
Sam Darnold scorched the Falcons defense for 5 TDs as Minnesota defeated Atlanta 42-21 on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Minnesota was a favorite by -6.0 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 46.5.
Sam Darnold completed 22 of 28 pass attempts for 347 yards and 5 TDs for the Vikings in the win.
Bijan Robinson rushed for 92 yards for Atlanta, while Tyler Allgeier added 63 yards. Kirk Cousins threw for 344 yards for the Falcons, while receivers Darnell Mooney and Ray-Ray McCloud III had 142 and 98 yards respectively.
Minnesota lost the offensive yardage battle to Atlanta 496-433 yards in Sunday's game. Atlanta had more first downs as that total ended up 25-23.
Atlanta led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 31:35-28:25 split in that important category.
Minnesota looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bears. The Falcons will aim to get back on the winning track at Las Vegas.