Chiefs vs Falcons Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 3

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Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) catches a pass for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons won 24-15. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik)
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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Sep 18, 2024, 4:08 PM
  • The Chiefs are -3.5 point favorites vs the Falcons
  • Total (Over/Under): 46.5 points
  • Watch this game on NBC

The Kansas City Chiefs (2-0-0) visit Mercedes-Benz Stadium to take on the Atlanta Falcons (1-1-0) on Sep. 22. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:20pm EDT in Atlanta, GA.

The Chiefs are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -3.5 (-110).

The Chiefs vs. Falcons Over/Under is 46.5 total points for the game.

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Chiefs vs. Falcons Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Chiefs-3.5 -11046.5 -110-190
Falcons +3.5 -11046.5 -110+155

Chiefs vs. Falcons Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Chiefs will win this game with 70.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Chiefs vs Falcons Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Falcons will cover the spread with 65.0% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Chiefs players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Chiefs Player Prop Bets Today

  • Rashee Rice has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 14 of his last 19 games (+8.05 Units / 37% ROI)
  • Skyy Moore has hit the Receptions Under in 8 of his last 9 games (+7.25 Units / 58% ROI)
  • Isiah Pacheco has hit the Carries Over in 12 of his last 17 games (+6.95 Units / 36% ROI)
  • Rashee Rice has hit the Receptions Over in 7 of his last 8 away games (+6.75 Units / 74% ROI)
  • Samaje Perine has hit the Rushing Yards Under in his last 6 games (+6.00 Units / 77% ROI)

And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Falcons players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Falcons Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Darnell Mooney has hit the Receptions Under in 12 of his last 15 games (+7.35 Units / 32% ROI)
  • Kyle Pitts has hit the Longest Reception Over in 10 of his last 13 games (+6.55 Units / 43% ROI)
  • Tyler Allgeier has hit the Longest Rush Under in 11 of his last 15 games (+6.00 Units / 32% ROI)
  • Bijan Robinson has hit the Carries Under in 12 of his last 17 games (+6.00 Units / 28% ROI)
  • Rondale Moore has hit the Longest Reception Under in 10 of his last 14 games (+5.10 Units / 29% ROI)

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Falcons vs Chiefs

Player Name Over Under
Xavier Worthy (KC) 41.5 -115 41.5 -115
Noah Gray (KC) 13.5 -115 13.5 -115
Bijan Robinson (ATL) 28.5 -120 28.5 -115
Justin Watson (KC) 18.5 -120 18.5 -110
Travis Kelce (KC) 48.5 -115 48.5 -115

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Falcons vs Chiefs

Player Name Over Under
Patrick Mahomes (KC) 18.5 -115 18.5 -115
Bijan Robinson (ATL) 71.5 -115 71.5 -115
  • The Kansas City Chiefs have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 17 of their last 19 games (+14.75 Units / 67% ROI)
  • The Kansas City Chiefs have hit the 1H Game Total Over in 14 of their last 22 games (+6.45 Units / 27% ROI)
  • The Kansas City Chiefs have covered the 3Q Spread in 7 of their last 9 games (+4.70 Units / 43% ROI)
  • The Kansas City Chiefs have hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 5 of their last 7 games (+3.05 Units / 40% ROI)
  • The Kansas City Chiefs have hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 5 of their last 10 away games (+2.90 Units / 26% ROI)
  • The Atlanta Falcons have covered the 4Q Spread in 5 of their last 7 games at home (+3.10 Units / 42% ROI)
  • The Atlanta Falcons have hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 5 of their last 7 games at home (+2.25 Units / 25% ROI)
  • The Atlanta Falcons have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 5 of their last 7 games at home (+2.15 Units / 24% ROI)
  • The Atlanta Falcons have hit the 1Q Moneyline in 3 of their last 8 games at home (+2.00 Units / 18% ROI)
  • The Atlanta Falcons have hit the 2Q Game Total Over in 4 of their last 7 games at home (+1.60 Units / 19% ROI)

Chiefs Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Chiefs art 1-1 (-0.1 Units / -4.65% ROI).

  • Chiefs are 2-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +2 Units / 45.98% ROI
  • Chiefs are 2-0 when betting the Over for +2 Units / 90.91% ROI
  • Chiefs are 0-2 when betting the Under for -2.2 Units / ROI

Falcons Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Falcons are 1-1 (-0.1 Units / -4.55% ROI).

  • Falcons are 1-1 when betting on the Moneyline for +0.15 Units / 5.08% ROI
  • Falcons are 0-2 when betting the Over for -2.2 Units / -100% ROI
  • Falcons are 2-0 when betting the Under for +2 Units / 90.91% ROI

Kansas City Chiefs: Keys to the Game vs. the Atlanta Falcons

The Chiefs are 9-2 (.818) when possessing the ball longer than their opponent since the 2023 season — 5th-best in NFL. The Falcons has allowed an average time of possession of 31 min and 15 s since the 2023 season — 5th-highest in NFL.

The Chiefs are 9-4 (.692) when rushing less than 25 times since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .285.

The Chiefs are 16-6 (.727) when rushing less than 25 times since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .298.

The Chiefs are 5-3 (.625) when the opposing team rushes more than 30 times since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .264.

Atlanta Falcons: Keys to the Game vs. the Kansas City Chiefs

The Falcons are winless (0-5) when allowing 27 or more points since the 2022 season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .164.

The Falcons are 2-11 (.154) when making less than 3 explosive runs in a game since the 2022 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .440.

The Falcons were 1-5 (.167) when the opposing team converts 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns last season — T-2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .440.

The Falcons were 2-5 (.286) when making less than 3 explosive runs in a game last season — T-7th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .443.

Additional Matchup Notes for Kansas City Chiefs vs. Atlanta Falcons

The Falcons have been successful on 49.4% of plays they have ran against a base front this season — 4th-best in NFL. The Chiefs have allowed their opponents to be successful on 54.5% of plays with a base front this season — worst in NFL.

The Falcons ran successful plays on 63.6% of pass attempts on their opponent’s side of the field last week — 4th-best in NFL. The Chiefs allowed successful plays on 66.7% of pass attempts on their own side of the field last week — T-2nd-worst in NFL.

The Falcons scored on 55.6% of their drives last week — 4th-best in NFL. The Chiefs defense allowed scores on 54.5% of opponent drives last week — 5th-worst in NFL.

The Chiefs have run successful plays on 67.9% of rush attempts against a base rush since the 2023 season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Falcons have allowed successful plays on 67.6% of rush attempts with a base rush since the 2023 season — 3rd-worst in NFL.

The Chiefs have run successful plays on 68.4% of pass attempts against a stacked front since the 2023 season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Falcons have allowed successful plays on 61.1% of pass attempts with a stacked front since the 2023 season — 5th-worst in NFL.

The Chiefs have scored on 50% of their drives in the second half this season — T-4th-best in NFL. The Falcons defense has allowed scores on 60% of opponent drives in the second half this season — 2nd-worst in NFL.

Kansas City Chiefs Offense: Important Stats

The Chiefs have averaged 0.29 epa per play against a stacked front since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 0.02.

The Chiefs have averaged -0.79 epa per play against tight coverage since the 2022 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.53.

The Chiefs have run successful plays on 69% of plays against a heavy rush since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 41%.

The Chiefs have gone three and out on 14% of their drives since the 2022 season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 22%.

Atlanta Falcons Offense: Important Stats

The Falcons committed 6 turnovers in the red zone last season — most in NFL.

The Falcons targeted WRs 39% of the time (209 Pass Attempts/530 plays) last season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 57%.

The Falcons have not converted a first down on 8 plays (0%) on 3rd and long this season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: 24%.

The Falcons have targeted WRs 41% of the time (241 Pass Attempts/585 plays) since the 2022 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 57%.

Kansas City Chiefs Defense: Important Stats

The Chiefs defense allowed a third down conversion rate of 3% on third and 10+ yards to go last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Chiefs defense allowed scores on 28% of opponent drives last season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 35%.

The Chiefs defense has allowed successful plays on 69% of rush attempts on motion plays this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 44%.

The Chiefs defense has allowed successful plays on 55% of plays with a base front this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 42%.

Atlanta Falcons Defense: Important Stats

The Falcons defense allowed a passer rating of 143.5 with a stacked front (16 Pass Attempts) last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 110.0.

The Falcons defense allowed a passer rating of 131.3 with a light rush (33 Pass Attempts) last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 81.0.

Only 7% of the plays run against the Falcons have been in the red zone in the 3rd quarter since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 12%.

The Falcons defense have allowed 0.04 epa per play open coverage this season — T-2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 0.35.

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