Miami Dolphins (0-0) vs Atlanta Falcons (0-0)
Game Info: Friday, August 9, 2024 at 7:00 pm (Hard Rock Stadium)
Betting Odds: Miami Dolphins +2.5 / Atlanta Falcons -2.5 -- Over/Under: 37.5 Click Here for Live Odds
Miami Dolphins & Atlanta Falcons
Preseason week 1 Game Preview
Get ready to witness the ultimate Preseason showdown between the Atlanta Falcons and the Miami Dolphins at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida! I'm about to peek into my crystal ball and predict what's in store for this preseason game. We Cashed the Giants Write up yesterday and i think our crystal ball can give us another preseason cash. Let the games begin!
The Atlanta Falcons Team Preview
Last season, the Atlanta Falcons had a 7-10 record and ended up in third place in the NFC South Division. Initially starting with a 4-3 record, Atlanta's performance declined, resulting in a 3-7 finish towards the end of the season. Quarterback struggles involving Ridder and Heinicke were notable last year, prompting the addition of Kirk Cousins in hopes of bringing stability to the team. The Falcons averaged 18.9 points per game (ranked 26th) and allowed 21.9 points against per game (ranked 18th) during the season.
Atlanta had a mixed performance in the 2023 preseason, winning one game, tying another, and losing one. They began with a 19-3 victory over Miami, followed by a 13-13 tie with the Bengals, and concluded with a 24-0 defeat against Pittsburgh. Kirk Cousins is unlikely to participate in the upcoming game, so we can expect to see significant playing time from Michael Penix Jr., Taylor Heinicke, and Nathan Rourke. Can We see Some depth today or will the birds fold behind their new squad?
The Miami Dolphins Team Preview
In 2023, the Miami Dolphins finished with an 11-6 record, securing the second spot in the AFC East. Despite starting strong with an 11-4 record in their initial 15 games, Miami stumbled in their final three matches, including a 26-7 defeat against Kansas City in the playoffs. While the Dolphins' offense showcased great potential throughout most of the season, their performance waned towards the end, with point totals of 22, 19, 14, and 7 in their last four games. The team's offense averaged 29.2 points per game (ranked 2nd) during the season, but their defense struggled, allowing an average of 23.0 points per game (ranked 22nd).
Last year, the Dolphins had a 1-2 record in the preseason. They started with a 19-3 defeat against the Falcons, then bounced back with a 28-3 victory over Houston, but ended with a 31-18 loss to Jacksonville. It's unlikely that Tua will participate in this game for Miami, so we can anticipate Mike White and Skylar Thompson taking center and that's exactly why i like Miami in this spot tonight. I'm thinking we see a much better performance from Miami's depth then people expect.
Atlanta Falcons vs Miami Dolphins
Game PredictionÂ
The Pick : Miami Dolphins +2.5
Despite Atlanta's positive momentum from signing Kirk Cousins in the offseason, they still have several areas to improve on during this preseason and a lot of questions i need answered. Miami had a successful 2023 season, but their poor performance in the postseason against the Chiefs showed their limitations. Although Atlanta emerged victorious in their preseason encounter last year, neither team's starting quarterback is expected to play in this game. I believe the Dolphins have a advantage due to the experience of Mike White and Skylar Thompson over Penix Jr. and Rourke. Therefore, my pick is for the Dolphins to win and cover the spread.
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