The Miami Dolphins (1-6) will be looking to break their losing streak when they clash with the Atlanta Falcons (3-3) in NFL Week 8. The game will be broadcasted on CBS and Paramount+ with kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. ET at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Both teams are coming off defeats, with the Dolphins suffering a lopsided 31-6 loss to the Cleveland Browns and the Falcons falling 20-10 to the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday Night Football.
The Dolphins have struggled in recent weeks, losing their last three games, and have only managed to secure one victory this season, which came against the winless New York Jets. The absence of star receiver Tyreek Hill due to a season-ending injury has significantly impacted their passing game, which is currently generating an average of only 186.6 yards per game. Additionally, the Dolphins’ defense ranks at the bottom of the league, conceding an average of 159.3 rushing yards per game, raising concerns about their ability to contain Falcons running back Bijan Robinson, who is eager to bounce back after being limited to just 40 yards in the previous matchup.
On the other side, the Falcons are anticipated to start veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins, as Michael Penix Jr. is expected to be sidelined with a knee injury. Atlanta’s defense has been formidable this season, allowing the fewest passing yards in the NFL, and they will look to capitalize on Miami’s struggles on offense. The Falcons are currently listed as 7-point favorites, with the over/under for total points set at 44.5, reflecting a drop from its initial line.
In the context of their performance against the spread, both teams have covered three times this season, with the Falcons holding a solid home record of 2-1-0 ATS compared to the Dolphins’ 1-3-0 record on the road. Historically, matchups between these two teams have been competitive, with Atlanta winning three out of the last five encounters. The SportsLine model predicts the Falcons will likely cover the spread in 55% of simulations, projecting a final score of 32-22 in favor of Atlanta.
As fans anticipate this showdown, both teams are under pressure to produce a strong performance and reinstate their ambitions for the season, offering a compelling viewing experience for viewers on CBS and Paramount+.