Packers vs Falcons Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets – NFL, Week 2

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  • The Packers are -1.5 point favorites vs the Falcons
  • Total (Over/Under): 40.5 points
  • Watch the game on FOX

The Green Bay Packers (1-0) visit Mercedes-Benz Stadium to take on the Atlanta Falcons (1-0) on Sep. 17. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EDT in Atlanta.

The Falcons are betting favorites in this Week 2 matchup, with the spread sitting at -1.5 (-115).

The Packers vs. Falcons Over/Under is 40 total points for the game.

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Packers vs. Falcons Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Packers+1.5 -10540 -110+110
Falcons -1.5 -11540 -110-130

Packers vs. Falcons Prediction

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Falcons will win this Week 2 game with 55.0% confidence.

Packers vs Falcons Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Falcons will cover the spread with 67.0% confidence.

Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Packers and Falcons, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.


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Best Packers Player Prop Bets Today

We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Packers players this Week 2 game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

  • Christian Watson has hit the Longest Reception Under in 9 of his last 11 games (+6.55 Units / 48% ROI)
  • Romeo Doubs has hit the Receptions Under in 7 of his last 8 games (+5.95 Units / 44% ROI)
  • Aaron Jones has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 7 of his last 8 away games (+5.70 Units / 56% ROI)
  • A.J. Dillon has hit the Longest Reception Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.35 Units / 41% ROI)
  • A.J. Dillon has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 5 away games (+5.00 Units / 87% ROI)

Best Falcons Player Prop Best Bets Today

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

  • Tyler Allgeier has hit the Rushing Yards Over in 11 of his last 13 games (+8.55 Units / 57% ROI)
  • Drake London has hit the Longest Reception Under in 10 of his last 12 games (+7.55 Units / 51% ROI)
  • Cordarrelle Patterson has hit the Receptions Under in his last 5 games (+5.00 Units / 63% ROI)
  • Cordarrelle Patterson has hit the Carries Under in 6 of his last 7 games (+4.75 Units / 48% ROI)
  • Kyle Pitts has hit the Receptions Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+4.45 Units / 31% ROI)

First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Falcons vs Packers

Player Name 1st TD Odds
Bijan Robinson +650
Aaron Jones +700
AJ Dillon +700
Christian Watson +800
Romeo Doubs +800

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Falcons vs Packers

Player Name Anytime TD Odds
Bijan Robinson -110
Aaron Jones +110
AJ Dillon +110
Christian Watson +130
Romeo Doubs +140

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Falcons vs Packers

Player Name Over Under
Bijan Robinson 17.5 -120 17.5 -110
Mack Hollins 26.5 -115 26.5 -115
Kyle Pitts 35.5 -110 35.5 -120
Romeo Doubs 38.5 -115 38.5 -115
Jayden Reed 40.5 -110 40.5 -120

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Falcons vs Packers

Player Name Over Under
Desmond Ridder 11.5 -120 11.5 -110
Jordan Love 13.5 -115 13.5 -115
Bijan Robinson 55.5 -110 55.5 -120
  • The Green Bay Packers have hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 7 of their last 9 away games (+4.70 Units / 43% ROI)
  • The Green Bay Packers have covered the 1Q Spread in 12 of their last 19 games (+4.65 Units / 21% ROI)
  • The Green Bay Packers have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 6 of their last 8 away games (+4.60 Units / 48% ROI)
  • The Green Bay Packers have scored last in 6 of their last 8 away games (+3.95 Units / 42% ROI)
  • The Green Bay Packers have covered the 4Q Spread in 6 of their last 8 away games (+3.45 Units / 35% ROI)
  • The Atlanta Falcons have hit the 2H Moneyline in 12 of their last 17 games (+12.45 Units / 52% ROI)
  • The Atlanta Falcons have scored last in 13 of their last 17 games (+9.20 Units / 47% ROI)
  • The Atlanta Falcons have covered the 4Q Spread in 12 of their last 17 games (+6.80 Units / 34% ROI)
  • The Atlanta Falcons have covered the 2H Spread in 12 of their last 17 games (+6.40 Units / 35% ROI)
  • The Atlanta Falcons have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 12 of their last 17 games (+6.10 Units / 31% ROI)

Packers Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Packers went 1-0 (+1 Units / 90.91% ROI).

  • Packers are 1-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +1.05 Units / 105% ROI
  • Packers are 1-0 when betting the Over for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
  • Packers are 0-1 when betting the Under for -1.1 Units / ROI

Falcons Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Falcons went 1-0 (+1 Units / 90.91% ROI).

  • Falcons are 1-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +1 Units / 55.56% ROI
  • Falcons are 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
  • Falcons are 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI

Green Bay Packers: Keys to the Game vs. the Atlanta Falcons

The Packers are undefeated (9-0) when allowing less than 10 rushes of four or more yards since the 2021 season — best in NFL; League Avg: .675.

The Packers were 5-1 (.833) when forcing at least one fumble in the 2022 season — tied for 5th-best in NFL; League Avg: .600.

The Packers were 2-6 (.250) when within 7 points entering the 4th quarter in the 2022 season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .497.

The Packers are winless (0-3) after a home loss since the 2021 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .456.

Atlanta Falcons: Keys to the Game vs. the Green Bay Packers

The Falcons are winless (0-5) when making less than 3 explosive runs in a game since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .434.

The Falcons were winless (0-5) when making less than 3 explosive runs in a game in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .429.

The Falcons are 1-7 (.125) on the road since the 2022 season — tied for 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .441.

The Falcons were 4-9 (.308) when converting less than 50% of third down conversion opportunities in the 2022 season — 6th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .415.

Additional Matchup Notes for Green Bay Packers vs. Atlanta Falcons

The Falcons have run 16.6% offensive plays in the red zone since the 2022 season — third-best in NFL. Packers has allowed their opponent to run 15.9% of plays in the red zone since the 2022 season — fourth-worst in NFL.

The Falcons have run successful plays on 47.9% of rush attempts since the 2022 season — fifth-best in NFL. Packers have allowed successful plays on 47.5% of rush attempts since the 2022 season — fifth-worst in NFL.

The Falcons have rushed the ball on 54.2% of plays from scrimmage since the 2022 season — highest in NFL. The Packers have allowed 5.1 yards per carry since the 2022 season — tied for fifth-worst in NFL.

The Packers have allowed opponents to pressure their QB on 18.3% of pass attempts since the 2022 season — third-best in NFL. The Falcons have pressured opposing QBs on just 14.9% of passing plays since the 2022 season — worst in NFL.

The Packers have run successful plays on 34.2% of pass attempts when their QB was under pressure since the 2022 season — fifth-best in NFL. The Falcons have pressured opposing QBs on just 14.9% of passing plays since the 2022 season — worst in NFL.

Green Bay Packers Offense: Important Stats

The Packers started 4 drives inside opposing territory in Week 1 — tied for most in NFL.

The Packers have been flagged 64 times on offense since the 2021 season — fewest in NFL.

The Packers went three and out on 5% of their drives in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — best in NFL; League Avg: 22%.

The Packers went three and out on 16% of their drives in the 2022 season — tied for 3rd-best in NFL; League Avg: 21%.

Atlanta Falcons Offense: Important Stats

The Falcons threw the ball 31% of the time (139 Pass Attempts/450 plays) on 1st down in the 2022 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 45%.

The Falcons targeted RBs 50% of the time (9 Pass Attempts/18 plays) in Week 1 — highest in NFL; League Avg: 19%.

The Falcons ran the ball on 54% of plays (549 carries/1,011 plays) in the 2022 season — 2nd-highest in NFL; League Avg: 42%.

The Falcons have thrown the ball 41% of the time (433 Pass Attempts/1,059 plays) since the 2022 season — 2nd-lowest in NFL; League Avg: 53%.

Green Bay Packers Defense: Important Stats

The Packers defense has allowed successful plays on 52% of rush attempts in the 2nd half since the 2021 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 43%.

The Packers defense has allowed successful plays on 54% of rush attempts in the 3rd quarter since the 2021 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 45%.

The Packers defense allowed a third down conversion rate of 29% on 3rd and short in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — best in NFL; League Avg: 62%.

The Packers defense has allowed successful plays on 49% of rush attempts in the 4th quarter since the 2021 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 42%.

Atlanta Falcons Defense: Important Stats

The Falcons defense has pressured opposing QBs on 16% of pass attempts since the 2021 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 24%.

The Falcons defense hurried opposing QBs on 6% of pass attempts in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 14%.

The Falcons defense has sacked opposing QBs on just 3% of pass attempts (41/1,215) since the 2021 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 6%.

The Falcons defense allowed successful plays on 17% of pass attempts in the 4th quarter in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — best in NFL; League Avg: 41%.

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