Atlanta Falcons at Washington Commanders Preview:
The 8-7 Atlanta Falcons made a drastic change last week by benching quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor of promising rookie Michael Penix Jr. Penix Jr. was able to pick up the win over the New York Giants. Last week’s win was the Falcons’ second in a row. Granted, the wins came over the Raiders and the Giants, but they should still be excited. They are now leading the NFC South.
Jayden Daniels was sensational against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 16. He threw five touchdown passes and erased a 13-point deficit in the fourth quarter. With a win this weekend, the Commanders will have the most wins in a single season since 1991.
There are massive implications in this game for both teams; however, the pressure is on the shoulder of the Penix Jr. and the Falcons. Their lead is so slim over the Buccaneers, and any losses in the last two games could spell danger.
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How to Watch Atlanta Falcons at Washington Commanders Live on Sunday:
- Date: Sunday, December 29th, 2024
- Time: 8:20 PM ET
- Site: FedExField
- City: Landover, MD
- TV/Streaming: NBC/Peacock
Latest Game Odds for Falcons at Commanders - Week 17:
The latest odds as of Thursday morning courtesy of DraftKings:
- Moneyline: Atlanta Falcons (+160), Washington Commanders (-190)
- Spread: Commanders -3.5
- Total: 46.5
NBC Sports Bet Best Bets:
NBC Sports analyst Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas) is leaning towards Jayden Daniels over 1.5 touchdown passes…
Thomas: “We are getting even money for Jayden Daniels to throw at least two touchdown passes. This game is in primetime, which adds some worry, but I still like Daniels to have a big game against this horrid Falcons pass defense.
Daniels has taken another step these past few games. He’s thrown at least two touchdown passes in his last four games.
Given his composure and his brilliant play, it’s a number that should be considered.”
Falcons at Commanders Team Stats, Betting Trends:
- The Falcons have covered in 3 of their 3 matchups against NFC East teams this season
- The Commanders have won 4 of their last 5 matchups against NFC South teams
- 7 of the Falcons’ last 9 games (78%) have stayed under the Total
Quarterback Matchup for Falcons at Commanders:
- Falcons: Michael Penix Jr. – Penix Jr. was average in his first-ever start. He threw for 202 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception.
- Commanders: Jayen Daniels – Daniels is the deserving OROY front-runner. He’s thrown for 3,303 yards, 22 touchdowns, and eight interceptions.
Player News & Injuries:
Falcons:
- CB Antonio Hamilton Sr. (quads) is OUT
- CB Kevin King (concussion) is OUT
- K Younghoe Koo (hip) is on the IR
- LB Troy Andersen (knee) is on the IR
- RB Jase McClellan (knee) is on the IR
Commanders:
- G Andrew Wylie (groin) is OUT
- S Tyler Owens (ankle) is OUT
- LB Jordan Magee (hamstring) is OUT
- DTR Jonathan Allen (pectoral) is on the IR
- CB Mashon Lattimore is (hamstring) OUT
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