Quick answer
- Winner
- New England Patriots
- Final score
- New England Patriots 34–28 Atlanta Falcons
- Halftime
- New England Patriots 6–21 Atlanta Falcons at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- T. Brady
- Top passer
- T. Brady
- Biggest EPA play
- (2:36) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left intended for 80-D.Amendola INTERCEPTED by 23-R…
- Game date
- 2017-02-05
Game summary
The New England Patriots beat the Atlanta Falcons 34–28 on 2017-02-05, overcoming Atlanta Falcons's 21–6 halftime lead. T. Brady posted a game-high +17.46 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 27 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New England Patriots | 6 | 6 | 19 | 6 | 0 | 34 |
 Atlanta Falcons | 21 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks where a score occurred on the field — yard line from play-by-play.
NENew England Patriots(12:20) (Shotgun) 24-D.Freeman left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(8:55) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 81-A.Hooper for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NE-23-P.Chung, Defensive Pass Interference, declined.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(2:36) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left intended for 80-D.Amendola INTERCEPTED by 23-R.Alford at ATL 18. 23-R.Alford for 82 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(:05) 3-S.Gostkowski 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
3-S.Gostkowski kicks 38 yards from NE 35 to ATL 27. 42-P.DiMarco (didn't try to advance) to ATL 27 for no gain.
(8:36) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 26-T.Coleman for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
(2:12) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 28-J.White for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(9:48) 3-S.Gostkowski 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
(6:00) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 80-D.Amendola for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
(Direct Snap) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 28-J.White rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
(1:00) 28-J.White right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 12-T.Brady pass to 80-D.Amendola is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. PENALTY on ATL-93-D.Freeney, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
(11:08) 28-J.White right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field was confirmed.
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 12:20TD DFD. FreemanPoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 5
- Score
- 0-6
(12:20) (Shotgun) 24-D.Freeman left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 12:15XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 15
- Score
- 0-7
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 8:55TD Austin HooperPoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 19
- Score
- 0-13
(8:55) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 81-A.Hooper for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NE-23-P.Chung, Defensive Pass Interference, declined.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 8:48XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 10
- Score
- 0-14
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 2:36TD RAR. AlfordPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 23
- Score
- 0-20
(2:36) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left intended for 80-D.Amendola INTERCEPTED by 23-R.Alford at ATL 18. 23-R.Alford for 82 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q2 2:21XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 15
- Score
- 0-21
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 0:05FG SGS. GostkowskiPoints+3
- Yard line
- ATL 23
- Score
- 3-21
(:05) 3-S.Gostkowski 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
- NENew England Patriots
Q2 0:02FG SGS. GostkowskiPoints+3
- Yard line
- NE 35
- Score
- 3-21
3-S.Gostkowski kicks 38 yards from NE 35 to ATL 27. 42-P.DiMarco (didn't try to advance) to ATL 27 for no gain.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 8:36TD TCTavian ColemanPoints+6
- Yard line
- NE 6
- Score
- 3-27
(8:36) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 26-T.Coleman for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- ATLAtlanta Falcons
Q3 8:31XP Myles BryantPoints+1
- Yard line
- NE 15
- Score
- 3-28
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.
- NENew England Patriots
Q3 2:12TD Points+6
- Yard line
- ATL 5
- Score
- 9-28
(2:12) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 28-J.White for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 9:48FG SGS. GostkowskiPoints+3
- Yard line
- ATL 15
- Score
- 12-28
(9:48) 3-S.Gostkowski 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 6:00TD DAD. AmendolaPoints+6
- Yard line
- ATL 6
- Score
- 18-28
(6:00) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 80-D.Amendola for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 5:56Safety Points+2
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 20-28
(Direct Snap) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 28-J.White rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 1:00TD Points+6
- Yard line
- ATL 1
- Score
- 26-28
(1:00) 28-J.White right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
- NENew England Patriots
Q4 0:57Safety TBT. BradyPoints+2
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 28-28
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 12-T.Brady pass to 80-D.Amendola is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. PENALTY on ATL-93-D.Freeney, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
- NENew England Patriots
OT 11:08TD Points+6
- Yard line
- ATL 2
- Score
- 34-28
(11:08) 28-J.White right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field was confirmed.
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
- 1T. Brady · New England Patriots · Passing · +17.46 total EPA · 73 snaps · +0.24 EPA/play
- 2
Justin Jones · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +6.16 total EPA · 4 snaps · +1.54 EPA/play - 3
Max Mitchell · New England Patriots · Receiving · +5.44 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.78 EPA/play - 4Jordan White · New England Patriots · Receiving · +5.41 total EPA · 16 snaps · +0.34 EPA/play
- 5Jordan White · New England Patriots · Rushing · +5.02 total EPA · 7 snaps · +0.72 EPA/play
- 6Matt Ryan · Atlanta Falcons · Passing · +4.35 total EPA · 29 snaps · +0.15 EPA/play
- 7M. Bennett · New England Patriots · Receiving · +4.28 total EPA · 6 snaps · +0.71 EPA/play
- 8T. Gabriel · Atlanta Falcons · Receiving · +3.26 total EPA · 5 snaps · +0.65 EPA/play
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.
FantasyHQ Game MVP
T. Brady — NE · Passing
T. Brady posted the highest total EPA (+17.46) in the game, the strongest overall impact for New England Patriots. Across 73 counted snaps, they averaged +0.24 EPA per play.
T. Brady's top snap (-10.19 EPA): (2:36) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left intended for 80-D.Amendola INTERCEPTED by 23-R.Alford at ATL 18. 23-R.Alford for 82 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Quarterback report card
T. Brady led all passers in efficiency for New England Patriots, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.
- T. Brady (New England Patriots) · 73 dropbacks · 58.9% completion · +4.7% CPOE · +0.24 EPA/play · +17.46 total EPA
- Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons) · 29 dropbacks · 58.6% completion · +19.3% CPOE · +0.15 EPA/play · +4.35 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | New England Patriots | Atlanta Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.116 | +0.110 |
| Offensive success rate | 47.8% | 48.5% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.211 | +0.150 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.181 | +0.039 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.110 | -0.116 |
| Defensive success rate | 51.5% | 52.2% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Both offenses finished within striking distance on EPA per play (New England Patriots +0.12, Atlanta Falcons +0.11) — a true toss-up on the analytics sheet.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- New England Patriots: +0.12 EPA/play (81st percentile vs. 2016 team-game averages)
- Atlanta Falcons: +0.11 EPA/play (80th percentile vs. 2016 team-game averages)
- Atlanta Falcons: 13 drives, +7.48 total EPA, 3 scoring drives
- New England Patriots: 13 drives, +13.16 total EPA, 7 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns
- Atlanta Falcons — D. Freeman
- Atlanta Falcons — Austin Hooper (Matt Ryan pass)
- Atlanta Falcons — R. Alford
- Atlanta Falcons — Tavian Coleman (Matt Ryan pass)
- New England Patriots — Jordan White (T. Brady pass)
- New England Patriots — D. Amendola (T. Brady pass)
- New England Patriots — Jordan White
- New England Patriots — Jordan White
Field goals
- New England Patriots — S. Gostkowski
- New England Patriots — S. Gostkowski
- New England Patriots — S. Gostkowski
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The second quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 21–6. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the NE 5 (Q2 12:20) — (12:20) (Shotgun) 24-D.Freeman left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q2 12:15) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the NE 19 (Q2 8:55); Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the NE 10 (Q2 8:48) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the ATL 23 (Q2 2:36); Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q2 2:21) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the ATL 23 (Q2 0:05) — (:05) 3-S.Gostkowski 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.; New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the NE 35 (Q2 0:02) — 3-S.Gostkowski kicks 38 yards from NE 35 to ATL 27. 42-P.DiMarco (didn't try to advance) to ATL 27 for no gain..
The third quarter: Atlanta Falcons won the period 7–6. Atlanta Falcons found the end zone from the NE 6 (Q3 8:36) — (8:36) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 26-T.Coleman for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Atlanta Falcons added 1 points from the NE 15 (Q3 8:31) — 3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the ATL 5 (Q3 2:12) — (2:12) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 28-J.White for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
The fourth quarter: New England Patriots won the period 19–0. New England Patriots connected on a field goal from the ATL 15 (Q4 9:48) — (9:48) 3-S.Gostkowski 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the ATL 6 (Q4 6:00) — (6:00) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 80-D.Amendola for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots registered a safety from the ATL 2 (Q4 5:56) — (Direct Snap) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 28-J.White rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS.; New England Patriots found the end zone from the ATL 1 (Q4 1:00) — (1:00) 28-J.White right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; New England Patriots registered a safety from the ATL 2 (Q4 0:57).
Overtime: New England Patriots won the period 6–0. New England Patriots found the end zone from the ATL 2 (OT 11:08).
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- New England Patriots (Q4 0:57) — TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 12-T.Brady pass to 80-D.Amendola is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. PENALTY on ATL-93-D.Freeney, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs.
- New England Patriots (OT 12:37) — (12:37) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 11-J.Edelman to ATL 25 for 15 yards (23-R.Alford).
- New England Patriots (Q2 14:19) — (14:19) 29-L.Blount left tackle to ATL 29 for 4 yards (45-D.Jones). FUMBLES (45-D.Jones), RECOVERED by ATL-23-R.Alford at ATL 29. 23-R.Alford to ATL 29 for no gain (11-J.Edelman). Penalty on NE-88-M.B
- New England Patriots (OT 13:59) — (13:59) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 15-C.Hogan to ATL 37 for 18 yards (22-K.Neal; 45-D.Jones).
- New England Patriots (OT 14:26) — (14:26) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short right to 80-D.Amendola ran ob at NE 45 for 14 yards.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- New England Patriots (Q2 2:36) — (2:36) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left intended for 80-D.Amendola INTERCEPTED by 23-R.Alford at ATL 18. 23-R.Alford for 82 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Atlanta Falcons (Q4 8:31) — (8:31) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan sacked at ATL 25 for -11 yards (54-D.Hightower). FUMBLES (54-D.Hightower) [54-D.Hightower], RECOVERED by NE-97-A.Branch at ATL 25. 97-A.Branch to ATL 25 for no gain (65-C.Che
- New England Patriots (Q2 14:19) — (14:19) 29-L.Blount left tackle to ATL 29 for 4 yards (45-D.Jones). FUMBLES (45-D.Jones), RECOVERED by ATL-23-R.Alford at ATL 29. 23-R.Alford to ATL 29 for no gain (11-J.Edelman). Penalty on NE-88-M.B
- New England Patriots (Q3 6:04) — (6:04) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 80-D.Amendola pushed ob at ATL 37 for 17 yards (59-D.Campbell).
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
- Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 12:20 · NE 5 · Score 0-6
(12:20) (Shotgun) 24-D.Freeman left end for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 12:15 · NE 15 · Score 0-7
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 8:55 · NE 19 · Score 0-13
(8:55) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass deep left to 81-A.Hooper for 19 yards, TOUCHDOWN. Penalty on NE-23-P.Chung, Defensive Pass Interference, declined. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 8:48 · NE 10 · Score 0-14
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q2 2:36 · ATL 23 · Score 0-20
(2:36) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left intended for 80-D.Amendola INTERCEPTED by 23-R.Alford at ATL 18. 23-R.Alford for 82 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q2 2:21 · NE 15 · Score 0-21
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 0:05 · ATL 23 · Score 3-21
(:05) 3-S.Gostkowski 41 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q2 0:02 · NE 35 · Score 3-21
3-S.Gostkowski kicks 38 yards from NE 35 to ATL 27. 42-P.DiMarco (didn't try to advance) to ATL 27 for no gain. - Atlanta Falcons TD (+6) — Q3 8:36 · NE 6 · Score 3-27
(8:36) (Shotgun) 2-M.Ryan pass short right to 26-T.Coleman for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - Atlanta Falcons XP (+1) — Q3 8:31 · NE 15 · Score 3-28
3-M.Bryant extra point is GOOD, Center-47-J.Harris, Holder-5-M.Bosher. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q3 2:12 · ATL 5 · Score 9-28
(2:12) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 28-J.White for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots FG (+3) — Q4 9:48 · ATL 15 · Score 12-28
(9:48) 3-S.Gostkowski 33 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-J.Cardona, Holder-6-R.Allen. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q4 6:00 · ATL 6 · Score 18-28
(6:00) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left to 80-D.Amendola for 6 yards, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots Safety (+2) — Q4 5:56 · ATL 2 · Score 20-28
(Direct Snap) TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 28-J.White rushes up the middle. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — Q4 1:00 · ATL 1 · Score 26-28
(1:00) 28-J.White right guard for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN. - New England Patriots Safety (+2) — Q4 0:57 · ATL 2 · Score 28-28
TWO-POINT CONVERSION ATTEMPT. 12-T.Brady pass to 80-D.Amendola is complete. ATTEMPT SUCCEEDS. PENALTY on ATL-93-D.Freeney, Defensive Offside, 5 yards, enforced between downs. - New England Patriots TD (+6) — OT 11:08 · ATL 2 · Score 34-28
(11:08) 28-J.White right end for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. The Replay Official reviewed the runner broke the plane ruling, and the play was Upheld. The ruling on the field was confirmed.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- New England Patriots earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- One-score margin — verify garbage-time stats before drawing fantasy conclusions.
- T. Brady (New England Patriots) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- T. Brady (NE) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won New England Patriots vs Atlanta Falcons on 2017-02-05?
The New England Patriots beat the Atlanta Falcons 34-28 in Conf. Championship, 2016.
What was the score by quarter in New England Patriots vs Atlanta Falcons?
Q2: New England Patriots 6, Atlanta Falcons 21; Q3: New England Patriots 6, Atlanta Falcons 7; Q4: New England Patriots 19, Atlanta Falcons 0; Q5: New England Patriots 6, Atlanta Falcons 0; Final: New England Patriots 34, Atlanta Falcons 28.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in New England Patriots vs Atlanta Falcons?
Atlanta Falcons touchdown — D. Freeman (Q2 12:20) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — A. Hooper (M. Ryan pass) (Q2 8:55) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — R. Alford (Q2 2:36) Atlanta Falcons touchdown — T. Coleman (M. Ryan pass) (Q3 8:36) New England Patriots touchdown — J. White (T. Brady pass) (Q3 2:12) New England Patriots touchdown — D. Amendola (T. Brady pass) (Q4 6:00) New England Patriots touchdown — J. White (Q4 1:00) New England Patriots touchdown — J. White (OT 11:08) New England Patriots field goal — S. Gostkowski (Q2 0:05, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — S. Gostkowski (Q2 0:02, 3 pts) New England Patriots field goal — S. Gostkowski (Q4 9:48, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in New England Patriots vs Atlanta Falcons?
T. Brady (New England Patriots), 58.9% completion, +4.7% CPOE, +0.24 EPA per dropback, +17.46 total passing EPA. Matt Ryan (Atlanta Falcons), 58.6% completion, +19.3% CPOE, +0.15 EPA per dropback, +4.35 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in New England Patriots vs Atlanta Falcons?
T. Brady (New England Patriots) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +17.46 total EPA on Passing plays. across 73 snaps. Their top snap (-10.19 EPA): (2:36) (Shotgun) 12-T.Brady pass short left intended for 80-D.Amendola INTERCEPTED by 23-R.Alford at ATL 18. 23-R.Alford for 82 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Was New England Patriots vs Atlanta Falcons a close game?
Yes — the margin was 6 points. New England Patriots won 34-28 in a game that stayed within one score into the fourth quarter.
Season records after this game
New England Patriots
Entered 16-2 Now 17-2 W
Atlanta Falcons
Entered 13-5 Now 13-6 L
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