The Atlanta Falcons will visit the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The game is set for an 8:15 PM kickoff and will be broadcast on Amazon Prime Video. The weather is expected to be mild with overcast clouds, providing a pleasant backdrop for this Week 3 encounter.
According to the consensus lines, the Packers are favored with a -5.5 spread and a moneyline of -266. The Falcons, with a 0-2 record, are looking to bounce back as they carry a moneyline of +215. The total points line is set at 43.5. Bettors may see value in the Packers’ home advantage or the Falcons’ potential to cover the spread.
Atlanta Falcons: Season Snapshot
The Atlanta Falcons come into this game with Michael Penix Jr. leading the offense at quarterback. Penix Jr. is projected to throw for 223.8 yards with 1.3 touchdowns. The running game will rely on Bijan Robinson, who is expected to rush for 80.1 yards and also contribute with 4.5 receptions.
Drake London and Jahan Dotson are the key targets for Penix Jr. in the passing game. London is projected to have 71.8 receiving yards, while Dotson might add 24.6 yards. At tight end, Kyle Pitts Sr. is expected to gather 41.6 yards on 3.7 receptions, offering a reliable option for short passes.
The Falcons’ defense will focus on limiting the opponent’s rushing attack, as they currently allow an average of 63 rushing yards per game. Jessie Bates III and Mike Hughes will be pivotal in the secondary. Samson Ebukam’s status is uncertain due to a hamstring issue, but if he plays, he could impact the pass rush.
Green Bay Packers: Season Snapshot
The Green Bay Packers will look to their quarterback Jordan Love to lead the offense this week. Love has thrown for 532 yards and four touchdowns in two games. He will aim to connect with his top receivers, Christian Watson and Matthew Golden, who have shown they can rack up yards in the passing game.
The Packers’ running game will be anchored by MarShawn Lloyd. Lloyd is expected to get the most carries, with Chris Brooks providing additional support. The Packers have struggled to gain ground with only 64.5 rushing yards per game, ranking 30th, which could be a focus area in the upcoming game.
Defensively, the Packers will rely on their pass rush, with Lukas Van Ness and Edgerrin Cooper leading the charge. The team has already recorded seven sacks this season, ranking second. They will need to maintain pressure to keep the opposing offense in check and secure a win at home.
Betting Prediction
The Packers are favored to win by 5.5 points. The Falcons’ offense ranks low, only scoring 8 points per game. Their passing game is ranked 27th, and their third-down percentage is 26th. This makes it hard for them to keep up with better teams.
The Packers’ defense is strong, ranked 5th in opponent offensive yards. They also rank 2nd in sacks. This will likely put pressure on the Falcons’ weak offense. Given the stats, the Packers should cover the spread.
The Falcons’ defense is good against the run but struggles against the pass, ranking 21st. The Packers have a better passing game, ranked 9th. This gives them an advantage, making the Packers a solid pick to cover the spread.
- Pick: Packers -5.5 (-111)
