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Minnesota Defeats Atlanta 28-12 - Recap
Minnesota got a 111-yard performance from Dalvin Cook as a key part of its 28-12 victory over the Falcons on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Minnesota was a favorite by -3.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 46.5.
Dalvin Cook rushed for 111 yards, while Alexander Mattison added 49 yards in the win. Adam Thielen and Stefon Diggs added 43 and 37 receiving yards respectively.
Ito Smith rushed for 31 yards for Atlanta, while Matt Ryan added 24 yards. Matt Ryan threw for 304 yards for the Falcons, while receivers Austin Hooper and Calvin Ridley had 77 and 64 yards respectively.
Minnesota lost the offensive yardage battle to Atlanta 345-269 yards in Sunday's game. Atlanta had more first downs as that total ended up 27-18.
The time of possession battle favored Atlanta as their offense was on the field for 30:13, longer than the 29:47 of their opponents.
Minnesota 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. Philadelphia.