Divisional Playoff vs Detroit Lions (2004)
Falcons soar past Rams in Wild Card playoff.
The Atlanta Falcons defeated the St. Louis Rams 47–17 in the NFC Wild Card playoff on January 8, 2005, at the Georgia Dome.
Quick Facts
- Date
- January 8, 2005
- Location
- Georgia Dome, Atlanta, GA
- Result
- Falcons 47, Rams 17
- Key player (falcons)
- Michael Vick
- Key player (rams)
- Marc Bulger
Lore & Background
The Falcons are the oldest major professional sports team in America with no championships.
Reader's Guide
The game was a Wild Card playoff, not a Divisional playoff. The Rams were not the defending NFC Champions; the Carolina Panthers were the defending NFC Champions in the 2004 season.
Did You Know?
- The Falcons have appeared in two Super Bowls, losing both.
- The Falcons won division championships in 1980, 1998, 2004, 2010, 2012, and 2016.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the actual opponent in this 2004 postseason matchup?
The Falcons played against the St. Louis Rams rather than the Detroit Lions.
What was the final outcome of the game?
Atlanta dominated with a 47-17 victory that shocked many observers.
Who received MVP honors for this performance?
Michael Vick was named the MVP after leading the Falcons to their win.
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