The Atlanta Falcons defeated the St. Louis Rams 31-24 despite a late comeback from Sam Bradford.

The Falcons had just a +0.8 advantage in the Trench Counter, averaging 6.4 yards per play compared to 5.8 for the Rams. The Rams had a +1 edge in Total Rushes/Completions.

Matt Ryan went 33-for-43 for two touchdowns, one a 81-yard connection to Julio Jones. Jones finished with 11 catches for 182 yards.

Steven Jackson had just three carries for zero yards leaving the game early with a thigh injury, though he did catch a touchdown pass to open the scoring in the first half.

Bradford went 32-for-55 for 352 yards, three touchdowns and one interception, doing most of his damage late in the game.