In Miami on Friday, the Dolphins will host the Atlanta Falcons in preseason action. The Falcons come into the season with high hopes as the NFC South appears to be wide open for the four teams. The Falcons went 7-10 a season ago but tied with two other teams, a game behind the divisional champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Atlanta won their final two games of the last regular season.
For Miami, they are looking to get back to the postseason. Despite having a point differential of -2 on the season, the Dolphins reached the postseason with a 9-8 overall record. The Dolphins finished second in the NFL standings – AFC East. Let’s take a look at our Falcons vs Dolphins betting analysis. This one looks like on of the better games on the NFL schedule.
Falcons vs Dolphins Odds
Atlanta Falcons vs. Miami Dolphins Information
Atlanta Falcons vs Miami Dolphins
Location of the game: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Garden, FL
Date & Time: Friday August 11th, 2023; 7:00pm ET
How to watch: DAZN | NFL Network
Recent Scores for Atlanta Falcons vs Miami Dolphins
These two NFL teams have not played since 2021. On October 24th, 2021, the Atlanta Falcons beat the Miami Dolphins by a score of 30-28.
Falcons vs. Dolphins Betting Analysis
Here is our Falcons vs Dolphins betting analysis information:
- Spread: Atlanta Falcons -2.5, Miami Dolphins +2.5
- Total: 37
- Moneyline: Atlanta Falcons -135, Miami Dolphins +114
Falcons vs. Dolphins Betting Preview
Mariota’s Exit Paves the Way: Ridder Takes Center Stage!
The Atlanta Falcons games in 2023 will see year 2 of Desmond Ridder back behind center. Looking at the past NFL stats, Ridder had mixed reviews during his rookie season. A season that saw Marcus Mariota get a bigger chunk of the snaps. Ridder played in four games and threw for 708 yards with two touchdowns. Now, with Mariota gone, Taylor Heinicke here there to back up, while Logan Woodside is likely to get a big percentage of this preseason game.
The running game was led by Tyler Allgeier a season ago, but the Falcons feel drafting Bijan Robinson can solve their woes at the running back position. Allgeier is still there and expects to get quite a bit of time. Cordarrelle Patterson, the veteran, and Carlos Washington Jr round out the depth chart.
The receiver spot is where the Falcons will see some competition. Khadrael Hodge, Frank Darby, Penny Hart, Josh Ali, and J.J. Arcega-Whiteside are all guys you could see here. Kyle Pitts and Jonnu Smith are the only two tight ends that are listed on the Falcons’ depth chart, so look for a competition to play out here in this game.
Miami Dolphins’ McDaniels: Beyond ‘Cool’ – A Coach with a Mission!
For the Miami Dolphins, Mike McDaniels would like to be known as more than a “cool” head coach. Miami Dolphins players love playing for their head coach. The Dolphins are ready to take the leap forward, but much of it will rely on the left arm of their quarterback.
Looking at the NFL player stats, Tua Tagovailoa missed several games last season with serious concussions. Miami will need to make sure they keep him a little more protected in 2023. His NFL MVP odds are slim. Mike White, Skylar Thompson, and James Blackman are currently the backups for Tua.
Cam Smith, a cornerback out of South Carolina, was the top pick for the Dolphins in the 2023 NFL Draft, but he was not until the second round. Other guys that were drafted that should get a chance in this game include offensive players Devon Achane from Texas A&M and Elijah Higgins, out of Stanford. Achane should get some running back carries, while Higgins will fill in at the jammed-pack receiver spot for the Dolphins.
Things will not come easy for Miami. Following their three preseason games, they will start the season with back-to-back road games. In fact, three of their first four are on the road; Chargers, Patriots, and Buffalo Bills. The lone home game there is Week 3 when the Denver Broncos come to town.
Falcons vs. Dolphins Betting Prediction
In one of the more intriguing NFL Matchups – this is going to be a pretty fun football game. Sure, it’s the preseason, but expecting both teams to come out with excitement to get their season going and offenses to move the football. The over seems to be too low here. It’s going to be a nice night to move the football in Miami.
The betting prediction for this game is OVER 37 points. As far as the spread is concerned, it may be a good idea to take the betting underdog here. A home underdog, even if in the preseason, is a good bet. Take the Miami Dolphins +114.
- Pick 1: Over 37
- Pick 2: Miami Dolphins to win +114
Barring any late additions to the NFL injury report, the final score prediction for this game is the Miami Dolphins 24-20 over the Atlanta Falcons on Friday.
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