NFL Picks and Predictions – Week 1

Sep 3, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) runs off of the field against the Baltimore Ravens in the first quarter at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Eagles vs. Falcons

The Eagles have a new starting quarterback in Sam Bradford and he looked really good in the preseason but that was the preseason.  Can he look as good now that the games count?  That remains to be seen but while the Eagles offense will more than likely put points up but the Falcons have a pretty good offense too.

Quarterback Matt Ryan is one of the best quarterbacks in the league and Julio Jones is one of the best receivers, so the Falcons will score point too.  But the winner of this game will be determined by other factors.

For one the Falcons shaky offensive line.  But I think the Falcons will surprise the Eagles and keep things close.  The Eagles offense with Bradford in there will take time to get going but I think they’ll win in a close one over new coach Dan Quinn and the Falcons.

Winner:  Eagles

Score prediction:       28-24  Eagles  

Points spread:      Eagles -2.5

Over/under:  55 – Under

6:55 pm – ESPN

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