NFL Preseason: Lions vs. Falcons Preview, Odds, Picks (Aug 7)

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Lions vs. Falcons preseason week 1 Preview, Odds, Prediction for the game set at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 7.

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Lions vs. Falcons game odds favor Detroit at -200.
Falcons boosted their defense during the offseason.
Detroit Lions lost the Hall of Fame game to the Chargers, 34-7.

Detroit suffered a nasty defeat in the Hall of Fame Game, and that’s something they have to erase right away. Meanwhile, the Falcons are starting preparations for a demanding season.

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How to Watch

When: Friday, August 7, 7 pm ET
Where: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia
How to Watch: NBC

Lions vs. Falcons Odds

Team	Moneyline	Spread	Totals
Lions	-200	-3.5	33.5
Falcons	+170	+3.5	35.5

Game Preview

Detroit experienced Jim Harbaugh’s defense against the Chargers, losing that game 34-7. To say the least, it was a hard kick in the teeth for the Lions, who were the best offense last year. Sure, the starters didn’t have much action, but still.

Kyle Allen had sorry 91 yards and two picks, with 9-for-14. He is slowly losing a very limited reputation, and if he continues to perform like this, he won’t be able to be a backup anymore. The rookie WR Isaac TeSlaa was excellent, having two receptions for 46 yards.

Michael Penix Jr with a DIME in the rain. pic.twitter.com/newgIdSKZ9
— Kurt Benkert (@KurtBenkert) August 4, 2025

Atlanta needs a breakout season, and everyone believes that this is the one. They’ve boosted defense heavily on the draft, picking two defensive ends in the first round, and two more safeties in the third and the fourth.

When it comes to the offense, the Falcons have two QBs, Kirk Cousins, a veteran, and the youngster waiting to jump in, Michael Penix Jr. It’ll be interesting to see who starts here. And our gut tells us that Penix Jr. will get a chance to prove himself during the preseason.

Lions vs. Falcons Head to Head

The overall record in the series is 26-14 for the Lions. The most recent clash was in 2023 when Detroit won at home, 20-6.

Lions vs. Falcons Predictions

Kyle Allen will start again for the Lions, and he will be the perfect victim for the Falcons’ young and hungry defense. That’s why we pick the home team to win here.

Free NFL picks: Falcons win +170

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