The (1-8) Arizona Cardinals are at home against the (4-5) Atlanta Falcons. This is one of the most highly anticipated games between two under .500 teams in NFL history, due to the return of Cardinals’ quarterback Kyler Murray. What are the best bets to make for today’s game?
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I like the Falcons to win this game. Kyler Murray is returning for the Cardinals but he is coming back to a depleted offensive line. There is one starter in Trystan Colon who is listed as out for the game. Two starters in Will Hernandez and D.J. Humphries are listed as questionable. The combination of the unsure offensive line for Arizona and the Falcons now going with Taylor Heinicke at quarterback points to Atlanta winning this game.
Over/Under 43.5
We just talked about the offensive line troubles for the Cardinals. It will be hard for Arizona to score points because of it. Atlanta comes into this game averaging 18.5 points scored per game. This game screams TAKE THE UNDER! Listen to those screams.
Kyler Murray Over/Under 218.5 Passing Yards
I like Murray to go over 218.5 passing yards. The offensive line is banged up for the Cardinals. Starting guard Trystan Colon will miss the game. Guard Will Hernandez and tackle D.J. Humphries are both listed as questionable. The health of the offensive line will affect the run game in a major way. The run attempts will be down with the not so good health of the offensive line, so that means more passing attempts for Murray. Take the over!
Kyler Murray Over/Under 23.5 Rushing Yards
Kyler Murray was one of the best duel threat quarterbacks in the NFL prior to tearing his ACL. I am not expecting him to be the 2020 version of Kyler Murray but with the offensive line banged up like I mentioned earlier. Murray will have to scramble to make plays and some of those scrambles will lead to big runs for Murray. I also would not be shocked to see a few designed run plays for Murray to help loosen up the defense. Take the over!
Trey McBride Over/Under 43.5 Receiving Yards
I love Trey McBride to have a good game in this one. The Falcons have given up 55 receptions to tight ends this season which is tied for second most in the NFL. McBride will get a lot of targets and have a great opportunity to go over 43.5 receiving yards. Take the over!
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