NFL · 2026 season · 1–2 against the closing spread
Atlanta Falcons
Next: Falcons vs. Ravens, Sun Oct 11, 8:20 PM ET. Falcons −3.5, opened +6.5, total 43.5. Moved past our number
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Line moves 6.5 toward the Falcons ahead of the news (possibly related)
The consensus spread on Ravens at Falcons has moved from +3 to −3.5 (home side), with 5 of 5 books moving the same way (a broad, fast move). The market started moving 0h 13m before the report (possibly related): Falcons pass rusher Za'Darius Smith takes head hit at New Orleans.
Total drops 1.5 for Ravens at Falcons after last week's results
The consensus total on Ravens at Falcons has moved from 45.5 to 44, with 7 of 7 books moving the same way (a broad, fast move). The move began within hours of the teams' last games: the market re-rating them on what it just saw, not a news story.
Line moves 5.5 toward the Falcons after last week's results
The consensus spread on Ravens at Falcons has moved from +2.5 to −3 (home side), with 8 of 8 books moving the same way (a broad, fast move). The move began within hours of the teams' last games: the market re-rating them on what it just saw, not a news story.
Falcons Beat Saints 45–24
Final: Atlanta Falcons 45, New Orleans Saints 24. Atlanta won outright as the underdog; the closing line was Saints −1. The 69 combined points went over the closing total of 47.5.
Line moves 1.5 toward the Falcons after last week's results
The consensus spread on Ravens at Falcons has moved from +4 to +2.5 (home side). The move began within hours of the teams' last games: the market re-rating them on what it just saw, not a news story.
Falcons left tackle Matthews hurt in New Orleans, return in doubt
Jake Matthews, who extended his consecutive-start streak to 199 games Monday night, is questionable to return with a groin injury. Losing the left tackle mid-game weakens Atlanta's pass protection against the Saints. ProFootballTalk
Falcons pass rusher Za'Darius Smith takes head hit at New Orleans
Za'Darius Smith was hurt early in the first quarter after taking a knee to the head and is questionable to return. Atlanta could be without a key edge rusher for most of the game. ProFootballTalk
Line moves 1.5 toward the Falcons after last week's results
The consensus spread on Ravens at Falcons has moved from +4 to +2.5 (home side), with 5 of 5 books moving the same way (a broad, fast move). The move began within hours of the teams' last games: the market re-rating them on what it just saw, not a news story.
Line moves 1.5 toward the Falcons after last week's results
The consensus spread on Ravens at Falcons has moved from +4.5 to +3 (home side), with 3 of 3 books moving the same way. The move began within hours of the teams' last games: the market re-rating them on what it just saw, not a news story.
Total drops 4 for Ravens at Falcons after last week's results
The consensus total on Ravens at Falcons has moved from 49.5 to 45.5. The move began within hours of the teams' last games: the market re-rating them on what it just saw, not a news story.
Falcons call up safety Jammie Robinson for Saints game
Atlanta elevated safety Jammie Robinson from the practice squad ahead of its game at New Orleans. He is expected to contribute mainly on special teams, where he previously blocked a punt against the Saints. Atlanta Falcons (team site)
Total drops 1.5 for Ravens at Falcons after last week's results
The consensus total on Ravens at Falcons has moved from 47 to 45.5, with 8 of 9 books moving the same way (a broad, fast move). The move began within hours of the teams' last games: the market re-rating them on what it just saw, not a news story.
2026 Season: How the Line Moved
| Week | Game | Opened | Closed | Move | Result | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Steelers | +3.5 | +6.5 | +3.0 | L 13–20 | Didn't cover |
| 2 | vs. Panthers | +1.5 | +2.5 | +1.0 | L 3–34 | Didn't cover |
| 3 | at Packers | +6.5 | +4.5 | −2.0 | W 35–14 | Covered |
| 4 | at Saints | +3.5 | +1 | −2.5 | — | — |
| 5 | vs. Ravens | +6.5 | −3.5 | −10.0 | Upcoming | — |
| 6 | vs. Bears | +1.5 | +1.5 | — | Upcoming | — |
The Falcons' consensus spread (median of U.S. sportsbooks and Kalshi) at our first look and at kickoff. A positive move means the market moved against the Falcons.