nfl Game Recap
Atlanta Falcons vs Carolina Panthers Wrap - Carolina Wins 9-7
The Falcons came up short against the Panthers in Week 15 action on Sunday, falling 9-7 at Bank of America Stadium.
Carolina was an underdog by +2.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 32.5.
Chuba Hubbard rushed for 87 yards, while Ihmir Smith-Marsette added 31 yards in the win. Adam Thielen and Tommy Tremble added 43 and 32 receiving yards respectively.
Tyler Allgeier rushed for 45 yards for Atlanta, while Bijan Robinson added 11 yards. Desmond Ridder threw for 152 yards for the Falcons, while receivers Jonnu Smith and Kyle Pitts had 61 and 37 yards respectively.
Atlanta was outgained by Carolina 283-204 yards in Sunday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 17-12 by the Panthers.
The time of possession battle favored Carolina as their offense was on the field for 33:56, longer than the 26:04 of their opponents.
Carolina looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Packers. The Falcons will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Indianapolis.