The Atlanta Falcons improved to 5-0 with a 24-17 win over the Washington Redskins, though they didn't win any style points.

The Falcons had a -0.1 deficit in The Trench Counter, averaging 1.4 fewer yards per play, though they did hold the Redskins to just 12 first downs (1-for-9 on 3rd down). Atlanta, however, had a +26 edge in Total Rushes/Completions.

Matt Ryan went 34-for-52 for two touchdowns, one interception and a lost fumble, finding Tony Gonzalez 13 times for 123 yards and a touchdown. Julio Jones caught 10 balls for 94 yards and a touchdown.

Michael Turner rushed 18 times for 67 yards and a touchdown.

Robert Griffin III went 10-for-15 before being knocked out of the game. Kirk Cousins, also a rookie, went 5-for-9 for a touchdown and two interceptions.

Alfred Morris rushed 18 times for 115 yards, while Ryan Grant returned to the NFL with one carry for five yards.