Particle.news
Download on the App Store
9 ARTICLES
·
5d ago

Falcons Favored by a Touchdown to Host 1-6 Dolphins on Sunday

Atlanta’s No. 1 pass defense faces a turnover-prone Miami offense, helping explain the touchdown spread.

Image
Atlanta Falcons v San Francisco 49ers
Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Zach Sieler (92) and outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips (15) celebrate after a play against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter of the game at Huntington Bank Field on Oct. 19, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa leaves the field after a loss to the Cleveland Browns in an NFL football game in Cleveland, Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025. (AP Photo/David Richard)

Overview

  • Kickoff is Sunday at 1 p.m. ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on CBS, with Atlanta listed around -7 to -7.5 and the total near 44.5.
  • Miami enters on a three-game skid with Tua Tagovailoa tied for the NFL lead with 10 interceptions after back-to-back three-pick games; Darren Waller is on injured reserve and Tyreek Hill remains out for the season.
  • The Falcons rank first against the pass and fourth in rushing offense, though they sit 28th in scoring due to red-zone inefficiency.
  • Bijan Robinson draws a favorable matchup against Miami’s last-ranked run defense, which is allowing 159.3 rushing yards per game.
  • Injuries include Falcons ILB Divine Deablo out with a forearm fracture and QB Michael Penix Jr. managing a knee bone bruise but expected to play; Miami lists TE Julian Hill out and continues without multiple starters on IR.