Atlanta Falcons Defeat Arizona Cardinals 26-19 in Week 16

In Week 16, the Arizona Cardinals fell to the Atlanta Falcons with a score of 26-19, marking their seventh consecutive loss of the season. Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins threw for 197 yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for another score.

Bijan Robinson was a standout for Atlanta, accumulating 76 rushing yards and 92 receiving yards on seven catches, solidifying his status as one of the league's top running backs. The game began with Arizona taking an early lead at 10-0, thanks to a touchdown pass from Jacoby Brissett to Michael Wilson.

However, the Cardinals struggled offensively in the second half, averaging just 5.8 yards per carry overall but failing to maintain their run game, as they only ran the ball seven times in the second half.

Brissett ended the game with 203 passing yards, a touchdown, and an interception, which was critical as C.J. Henderson of the Falcons sealed the victory with an interception in the final moments. The loss has sparked questions surrounding the Cardinals' direction and coaching decisions, particularly with their offense faltering under pressure.

This defeat also marked the Falcons' first win in Arizona since 2001, highlighting the struggles faced by the Cardinals in their current season. According to Deadspin, Zane Gonzalez's 40-yard field goal gave Atlanta a crucial lead in the third quarter, while Arizona's Chad Ryland missed a 44-yard attempt that could have shifted momentum back to the Cardinals.