Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction August 8 NFL Preseason Week 1
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Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction
Now we have the Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction for both teams.
As we gear up for the NFL preseason opener between the Detroit Lions and the Atlanta Falcons on August 8, the betting trends and team stats tell two very different stories. From a betting perspective, the over/under also provides an intriguing angle. The Lions have hit the OVER in six of their last seven games and in 14 of their last 19 August appearances, reflecting their explosiveness and tendency to push the tempo regardless of opponent. Meanwhile, Atlanta has played to the UNDER in six of their last nine, suggesting a mismatch in pace and offensive capability. With Detroit’s efficient scoring machine set to test Atlanta’s vulnerable defense, this preseason clash looks poised to go Detroit’s way — both straight up and potentially against the spread. Bettors should keep a close eye on injury reports and depth chart usage, but all indicators currently point to a high-scoring performance by the Lions and another ATS disappointment for Atlanta.
Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction: Head to Head
Next in this Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction, we have the head to head:
Date | Team | Opp | Close | Result | ATS/OU |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sep 24, 2023 | Falcons | @Lions | +3.5 / 47.5 | Lost 6-20 | Lost / Under |
Aug 12, 2022 | Falcons | @Lions | +2.5 / 35.5 | Won 27-23 | Won / Over |
Dec 26, 2021 | Falcons | Lions | -7.5 / 42.5 | Won 20-16 | Lost / Under |
Oct 25, 2020 | Falcons | Lions | -1 / 54 | Lost 22-23 | Lost / Under |
Sep 24, 2017 | Falcons | @Lions | -3 / 51 | Won 30-26 | Won / Over |
Oct 26, 2014 | Falcons | @Lions | -3.5 / 45 | Lost 0-0 | Lost / Under |
Dec 22, 2012 | Falcons | Lions | +3.5 / 50 | Lost 0-0 | Won / Under |
Oct 23, 2011 | Falcons | Lions | -4.5 / 47 | Lost 0-0 | Lost / Under |
Aug 15, 2009 | Falcons | Lions | -3 / 34 | Lost 0-0 | Lost / Under |
Sep 7, 2008 | Falcons | @Lions | -3.5 / 41 | Lost 0-0 | Lost / Under |
Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction: Detroit
Here is the Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction for Detroit:
Detroit enters this matchup firing on all cylinders. They’ve won 14 of their last 17 games, and perhaps more impressively, have rattled off nine straight road wins. Their offense is statistically dominant, leading the league in points scored (33.06), ranking 2nd in both passing yards and total plays, and 3rd in rushing yards. They’ve also been covering the spread at a high rate against NFC and NFC South opponents, which signals strong all-around form heading into this preseason battle.
Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction: Detroit Trends
Now in this Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction, we have the trends for Detroit:
- The over/under record for Detroit’s last 20 games is 13-7.
- In six of Detroit’s most recent seven games, the total has been taken over.
- Detroit has a winning record of 14-3 in its last 17 games.
- After ten games against Atlanta, Detroit has a record of 3-7 against the spread.
- With nine straight wins on the road, Detroit has a perfect record.
- When Detroit has been playing on the road against Atlanta, the total has gone over in eight of the last eleven games that they have played.
- Over the course of its last 11 games against teams from the National Football Conference, Detroit has a winning record of 10-1 versus the opponent.
- Against the spread, Detroit has a record of 6-1 in its previous seven games against teams that are members of the National Football Conference South division.
- There have been 14 of Detroit’s last 19 games played in August that have resulted in the total going over.
Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction: Detroit Last 10 Games
Next in this Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction, we have the last 10 games for Detroit:
Date | Opponent | Score | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
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1/18/25
|
WAS
|
L 45-31
|
L-8.5
|
O55.5
|
L-464
|
1/05/25
|
MIN
|
W 31-9
|
W-5.0
|
U47.5
|
W-205
|
12/30/24
|
@SF
|
W 40-34
|
W+4.5
|
O49.5
|
W+170
|
12/22/24
|
@CHI
|
W 34-17
|
W-2.0
|
O48
|
W-130
|
12/15/24
|
BUF
|
L 48-42
|
L-2.0
|
O50.5
|
L-135
|
12/05/24
|
GB
|
W 34-31
|
W-2.5
|
O48
|
W-142
|
11/28/24
|
CHI
|
W 23-20
|
L-4.5
|
U50.5
|
W-210
|
11/24/24
|
@IND
|
W 24-6
|
W-2.5
|
U47.5
|
W-135
|
11/17/24
|
JAC
|
W 52-6
|
W-4.0
|
O50
|
W-192
|
11/10/24
|
@HOU
|
W 26-23
|
W+0.5
|
O48.5
|
W-110
|
Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction: Atlanta
Here is the Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction for Atlanta:
The Falcons, by contrast, are struggling to find consistency. Over their last eight games, they’ve gone just 1-6-1 against the spread, and their defensive unit has been a major liability. Atlanta ranks 23rd in both points allowed and total plays surrendered, while also sitting in the bottom third in passing defense. Even worse for Falcons fans, they’ve been particularly poor when facing teams from the NFC North, going 0-5 ATS in such matchups. Historically, they’ve had some success against Detroit, but recent form strongly favors the Lions, especially when you account for their superior offensive output and efficient play-calling.
Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction: Atlanta Trends
Now in this Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction, we have the trends for Atlanta:
- Over the past eight games, Atlanta has a record of 1-6-1 against the spread.
- In six of Atlanta’s most recent nine games, the total has been reported as UNDER.
- In its last eight games, Atlanta has a record of 2-6 against the spread.
- There have been six of Atlanta’s last eight games against Detroit in which the total has been UNDER.
- There have been four of Atlanta’s last five home games in which the total has been UNDER.
- The total has been higher than the point spread in eight of Atlanta’s last eleven games when they have played Detroit at home.
- Against the spread, Atlanta has a record of 1-4 in its previous five games against teams that are members of the National Football Conference.
- When playing against teams from the National Football Conference North division, Atlanta has a record of 0-5 against the spread in its last five games.
- During the month of August, Atlanta has received a record of 0-4-1 on the road.
- In its last nine games played on a Friday, Atlanta has a winning percentage of 2-6-1.
Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction: Atlanta Last 10 Games
Next in this Lions vs Falcons Betting Prediction, we have the last 10 games for Atlanta:
Date | Opponent | Score | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
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1/05/25
|
CAR
|
L 44-38
|
L-6.5
|
O45.5
|
L-278
|
12/29/24
|
@WAS
|
L 30-24
|
L-2.0
|
O46
|
L-130
|
12/22/24
|
NYG
|
W 34-7
|
W-4.5
|
U44.5
|
W-198
|
12/16/24
|
@LV
|
W 15-9
|
W-1.0
|
U45.5
|
W-115
|
12/08/24
|
@MIN
|
L 42-21
|
L-1.0
|
O45
|
L-118
|
12/01/24
|
LAC
|
L 17-13
|
L-2.5
|
U47.5
|
L-135
|
11/17/24
|
@DEN
|
L 38-6
|
L-3.0
|
U44.5
|
L-170
|
11/10/24
|
@NO
|
L 20-17
|
L-1.5
|
U44.5
|
L-125
|
11/03/24
|
DAL
|
W 27-21
|
W+1.0
|
P48
|
W-105
|
10/27/24
|
@TB
|
W 31-26
|
W-1.5
|
O46.5
|
W-122
|
Overall
DET Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | ATL Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
33.06 | 1 | Points Scored | 23 | 24.88 |
266.33 | 2 | Passing Yards | 23 | 224.53 |
149.39 | 3 | Rushing Yards | 15 | 120.65 |
32:01 | 2 | Time on Field | 23 | 30:55 |
65.89 | 2 | Number of Plays | 23 | 62.76 |
6.31 | 2 | Yards Per Play | 19 | 5.50 |
Scoring
DET Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | ATL Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
33.06 | 1 | Points Scored | 23 | 24.88 |
4.89 | 14 | First Quarter | 10 | 3.94 |
13.11 | 1 | Second Quarter | 30 | 9.18 |
8.83 | 1 | Third Quarter | 16 | 4.88 |
5.89 | 23 | Fourth Quarter | 15 | 6.18 |
Passing
DET Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | ATL Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
266.33 | 2 | Passing Yards | 23 | 224.53 |
33.00 | 13 | Pass Attempts | 25 | 34.00 |
23.56 | 5 | Pass Completions | 30 | 23.76 |
1.94 | 9 | Sacks | 31 | 1.82 |
14.44 | 18 | Sack Yards | 2 | 11.00 |
11.31 | 6 | Yards Per Pass | 2 | 9.45 |
Rushing
DET Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | ATL Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
149.39 | 3 | Rushing Yards | 15 | 120.65 |
30.94 | 4 | Rush Attempts | 16 | 26.94 |
4.83 | 5 | Yards Per Rush | 18 | 4.48 |
Turn Overs
DET Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | ATL Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
0.89 | 24 | Interceptions | 16 | 0.71 |
0.72 | 1 | Fumbles | 20 | 1.06 |
0.22 | 2 | Fumbles Lost | 23 | 0.35 |
1.11 | 11 | Total Turnovers | 16 | 1.06 |
6.22 | 13 | Penalties | 4 | 7.18 |
56.56 | 26 | Penalty Yards | 8 | 56.71 |
Drives & Special Teams
DET Offense | Off. Rank | Stat | Def. Rank | ATL Defense |
---|---|---|---|---|
32:01 | 2 | Time on Field | 23 | 30:55 |
65.89 | 2 | Number of Plays | 23 | 62.76 |
6.31 | 2 | Yards Per Play | 19 | 5.50 |
2.56 | 1 | Punts | 29 | 3.12 |
50.86 | 1 | Punt Average | 3 | 44.00 |
67.72 | 17 | Return Yards | 21 | 77.47 |
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