Falcons' rookies shine in dominant defensive win over Vikings

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) runs the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

The Atlanta Falcons revisited the scene from one of their worst defensive performances from 2024 and promptly flipped the script.

Atlanta’s defense shut down quarterback J.J. McCarthy and the Minnesota Vikings, limiting them to 198 total yards during a 22-6 win that evened the Falcons record at 1-1.

Atlanta forced four turnovers, did not allow a touchdown and only allowed the Vikings into the red zone once.