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Matthew Stafford Ties Brett Favre’s NFL Record With 32nd Career Pick-Six

Jessie Bates III’s second-quarter return helped Atlanta take a 21-0 halftime lead.

Overview

  • ESPN Insights confirmed the interception return tied Brett Favre for the most pick-sixes in league history at 32.
  • Falcons safety Jessie Bates III produced the touchdown on a second-quarter return off Stafford’s pass.
  • Stafford was intercepted again later in the half by Xavier Watts on a deep attempt.
  • The turnovers contributed to Atlanta carrying a 21-0 advantage into halftime over the Rams.
  • In his 238th career start, the 17-year veteran’s high pass-attempt volume (8,685 entering the game) provides context for the cumulative total.