• The Atlanta Falcons and Miami Dolphins face off Friday, August 9 from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida at 7 p.m. ET. 
• Fans will get to see the first action from recently drafted rookies such as Michael Penix, Chop Robinson and more Friday as the Falcons and Dolphins kick off their 2024 NFL campaign. 
• Keep scrolling for a further look at the latest odds, best picks and a prediction for Friday’s preseason opener.

The Atlanta Falcons and Miami Dolphins kick off their preseasons at 7 p.m. ET Friday evening from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

Don’t expect a good look at any starters quite yet, however. Chatter out of camp, where the Dolphins and Falcons were holding a joint practice, indicates that neither unit is likely to play starters. If a few starters do see the field, it’ll probably be only for a drive or 2 as is custom with the first preseason game. In other words, expect a lot of Michael Penix and Mike White.

For more info regarding the latest odds, players to watch and a prediction for tonight’s preseason tilt.

Atlanta Falcons vs Miami Dolphins Picks, Prediction

• Dolphins +130
• Under 38.5

The home team has dominated both preseason matchups so far, and in a game where it’s nearly impossible to predict anything of substance that’s always going to be the best play – especially whereas the Dolphins are considered the underdog tonight.

I’m sure Penix will be a quality QB at some point in his career, but I have more faith in Mike White to run a sound offensive gameplan against the Falcons 2nd and 3rd team. I’ll go with the veteran every time in this scenario, to be frank.

At the same time, the under seems like the obvious play here. Defense has won the preseason thus far, and both teams lose their offensive firepower without starters on the field. Miami should still have plenty of speed and just has the better matchup in this game.

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Falcons vs. Dolphins Odds (Caesars)

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As you can see, the Falcons are considered slight favorites for Friday’s matchup, with a spread of 3 points. Taking Falcons moneyline comes at -155 odds while Dolphins ML sits at +130.

NFL preseason games have flown well under their totals so far. Both games Thursday went under, and the total set for his game is fairly high at O/U 38.

Miami Dolphins vs. Atlanta Falcons Names to Watch

• Michael Penix Jr., Atlanta QB
• Chop Robinson, Miami Edge
• Jaylen Wright, Miami RB

Penix is the obvious candidate here. The Falcons newly-acquired QB came as a bit of a surprise to everyone when he was selected No. 8 overall in May, but it’s hard to dismiss the talent he has with his left arm. Penix led Washington to the national title game last season and has immense power. We’ll get a first look at Penix against some higher competition tonight, so Atlanta’s success will be directly linked to his Friday evening.

Robinson was Miami’s top draftee in 2024 and should be a force off the edge. We’ll see if he can get to his the fellow rookie QB and make his life difficult for a few quarters.

Wright was also selected by Miami in this recent draft, and he embodies everything the Dolphins want to be on offense. Speedy, quick, however you want to frame it: Jaylen Wright is fast, folks. The Dolphins offense shouldn’t skip a beat going from Achane/Mostert to Wright this season if reports out of practice are to be believed.

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