The Atlanta Falcons and the Detroit Lions will clash on Friday. The game will start at 7 p.m. ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
Friday will be Atlanta’s first preseason game, while Dan Campbell’s Lions will play their second game of the summer.
Let’s get into my Lions vs Falcons prediction and my NFL predictions for this Week 1 preseason clash.
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Lions vs Falcons Odds
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- Lions-Falcons Point Spread: Lions -3.5 (-110), Falcons +3.5 (-110)
- Lions-Falcons Total: Over/Under 33.5 (-110o / -110u)
- Lions-Falcons Moneyline: Lions -190, Falcons +155
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Both coaches have stated that most starters won’t play on Friday.
The Falcons will turn to third-string quarterback Easton Stick, and Atlanta’s offense likely struggles to find a rhythm against Detroit’s defense.
The Lions struggled to move the ball in their preseason opener, and I expect a similar outcome with quarterbacks Hendon Hooker and Kyle Allen splitting snaps under center.
Pick: Under 33 (-110, Fanatics)
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| Location: | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| Date: | Friday, August 8 |
| Kickoff Time: | 7 p.m. ET |
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