Welcome back to the Linc, Eagles fans! After a thrilling opening win over the Packers, our team is gearing up to take on Kirk Cousins and the Falcons on Monday night.
Curious about our predictions for this Week 2 matchup? Check them out HERE.
Now let’s see how the experts from around the nation are feeling about this game…
• NFL.com: Eagles 33, Falcons 24
The NFL.com panel is solidly behind the Eagles for this showdown. Despite both teams facing challenges in Week 1, the consensus is in favor of the Eagles, especially considering Kirk Cousins under the Monday night spotlight at The Linc.
• ESPN: Eagles 27, Falcons 13
ESPN’s analysts also predict a comfortable Eagles victory, with a special focus on Bryce Huff making an impact under the prime time lights.
• CBS Sports: Eagles 27, Falcons 24
Pete Prisco from CBS Sports believes that the Eagles hold the edge in rest and offensive efficiency over the Falcons, making them the favorites heading into this matchup.
• The Athletic: Falcons, against the spread
While the Eagles may have the upper hand in certain areas, The Athletic’s Vic Tafur thinks the Falcons could cover the spread this time around, citing key factors in his analysis.
• Pro Football Talk (NBC Sports): Eagles
Mike Florio and Chris Simms are united in their view that the Eagles will triumph over the Falcons, especially considering Kirk Cousins’ recent struggles.
• Bleacher Report: Eagles 27, Falcons 20
Kirk Cousins faces mounting criticism heading into this game, with the Bleacher Report analyst predicting further struggles for the Falcons quarterback against a resurgent Eagles defense.
• Sporting News: Eagles 31, Falcons 21
Sporting News emphasizes the Eagles’ offensive strength and predicts a solid victory over the Falcons, who are facing the possibility of an 0-2 start with Cousins at the helm.
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