The Denver Broncos (5-5) are set to host the Atlanta Falcons (6-4) in a cross-conference matchup on Sunday afternoon. The Broncos are coming off a heartbreaking away loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 10, losing 16-14 after having their game-winning field goal attempt blocked as time expired. Quarterback Bo Nix completed 22 of 30 passes and threw for 2 touchdowns. Running back Audric Estime carried the ball 14 times for 53 yards.
The Atlanta Falcons are also coming off an away loss in Week 10, losing to the New Orleans Saints by a score of 20-17. Quarterback Kirk Cousins completed 23 of 38 passes and 1 interception. Running back Bijan Robinson carried the ball 20 times for 116 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Can the Falcons remain atop the NFC South, or will the Broncos get back on track in their quest to make the playoffs?
Atlanta Falcons vs. Denver Broncos Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Atlanta Falcons | +2.5
-112 |
Over 44
-110 |
+114 |
| Denver Broncos | -2.5
-108 |
Under 44
-110 |
-135 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Atlanta Falcons vs. Denver Broncos Match Details
- Fixture: Atlanta Falcons vs. Denver Broncos
- Date and Time: Sunday, November 17th, 2024 at 4:05 PM ET
- Location: Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, Colorado
Key Stats
Atlanta Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons enter 6-4, averaging 23.8 points per game. Quarterback Kirk Cousins is averaging 263.40 passing yards per game and is completing 68.20% of his passes this season. He has thrown 17 touchdowns and 8 interceptions this season. Running back Bijan Robinson leads the team in rushing, averaging 74.80 yards per game. He has 6 touchdowns this season.
Wide receiver Darnell Mooney is averaging 68.40 receiving yards per game and has 5 touchdowns. Drake London averages 64.90 receiving yards per game and has 6 touchdowns. Defensively, the Falcons are allowing 23.6 points per game. They have forced 7 interceptions and have 9 sacks.
Denver Broncos
The Denver Broncos enter 5-5, averaging 19.7 points per game. Quarterback Bo Nix is averaging 196.80 passing yards per game and has completed 63.60% of his passes. He has thrown 10 touchdowns and 6 interceptions this season. Running back Javonte Williams leads the team in rushing, averaging 38.80 yards per game. Williams has rushed for 2 touchdowns this season.
Wide receiver Courtland Sutton is averaging 56.90 receiving yards per game and has 3 touchdowns. Javonte Williams averages 22.20 receiving yards per game and has 0 receiving touchdowns. Defensively, the Broncos are allowing 17.7 points per game. They have forced 7 interceptions and have 35 sacks.
Prediction
It is a bit surprising that the Broncos have been labeled as a small favorite in this game given their struggles this season. Their offense has been wildly inconsistent and they are in the bottom half of the league in terms of their scoring output per game. That said, the Broncos have one of the better defenses in the league, which should give them an opportunity to limit the Falcons offensively.
Atlanta on the other hand, looks to be way ahead of schedule given where they were last season. Signing Kirk Cousins at quarterback has overall been a success as the Falcons are the team to beat in the NFC South. Of course, they had a hiccup last week, losing to the lowly Saints, but the Falcons should be able to bounce back strong. They have a top-half-scoring offense and while their defense has been vulnerable, they have had stretches in which they have been excellent.
As most games do, this game is likely going to come down to quarterback play. Kirk Cousins is far better compared to Bo Nix and the Falcons have far more playmakers on the offensive side of the ball compared to the Broncos. Because of this, we will be looking for the Falcons to bounce back on the road and pick up an upset win over the Broncos, who have not been impressive for most of the season.
