Another Thursday means more NFL action as the New England Patriots ride their four game winning streak into Atlanta to take on the Falcons. Two interesting notes for this game: the 6-4 Pats are a perfect 4-0 away from Gillette Stadium while the 4-5 Falcons are 1-3 within the confines of Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Patriots are 1/2 game out of the lead in the AFC East and the Falcons are 1/2 game out of the NFC wild card race.
Line: Patriots -6.5
Predictor: Falcons
Matt: Patriots
The Patriots have put things together after a 2-4 start and are back to fighting for the AFC East crown after a less-than-stellar 2020 season, but with the Titans on the horizon is this a look-ahead game?
Meanwhile, the Falcons had an awful game in Dallas last weekend, so will be looking to rebound.
I’m taking the Patriots but could definitely see an upset happening here if the Patriots focus is off as they’re on a high with the win streak and it’s a short week. However, if there’s anyone to trust with the prep, it’s Bill Belichick.