Cincinnati Bengals vs Atlanta Falcons 8/18/2023 Picks, Tips and Prediction

Cincinnati Bengals vs Atlanta Falcons 8/18/2023 – On Friday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the NFL preseason action will continue as the Cincinnati Bengals meet Atlanta Falcons for an intense showdown at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. While both squads gear up for regular season play, this matchup provides a valuable glimpse of potential and preparation from each squad involved. We discuss key aspects of this contest to prepare you for this exciting matchup. The NFL betting odds today are updated online for bettors to place their bets on their favorite teams.

Team	SP/RL	TOTAL	ML
Bengals	+7 (-115)	38.5 o (-110)	+225
Falcons	-7 (-105)	38.5 u (-110)	-265

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The Cincinnati Bengals enter this preseason game without their star quarterback Joe Burrow, as he’s recovering from a calf injury. Yet they are taking no chances; preseason is crucial in evaluating team depth – specifically at the quarterback position where Joe Burrow’s absence allows the Bengals to evaluate Trevor Siemian and Jake Browning more carefully – both have shown some promise but still require further work to prove themselves as reliable options.

The Bengals defense endured a disappointing outing in their initial preseason game against the Green Bay Packers, conceding 36 points. However, key players were held back so less experienced players could take to the field. When facing Atlanta Falcons later on this month, expect more first-string defense action as their goal will be tightening up the defense while decreasing yardage given up while also maintaining player freshness and finding a balance between protecting the goal line and keeping players fresh.

Atlanta Falcons fans have an opportunity to witness an entirely new era this preseason with second-year quarterback Desmond Ridder leading their team with confidence after taking over late last season. Additionally, new offensive weapons including running back Bijan Robinson are set to help increase offense in an already competitive NFC South Division.

The Falcons have also made significant strides on defense during this offseason, adding S Jessie Bates III, cornerbacks Jeff Okudah and Mike Hughes, along with veteran DE Calais Campbell and LB/Rusher Bud Dupree for depth and strength to their defensive unit. While Ridder is often at the forefront of fan attention, his teammates understand that having an effective defense is vital for success; their goal is to the Bengals offensive attempts by shutting them down as much as possible.

NFL Odds/Point Spread: Cincinnati Bengals +7, Total Odds: 38.5

As the two teams collide, expect a mix of first-string and backup players to take to the field, offering valuable experience to those hoping to secure roster spots. Both squads will likely strive for improvement from their opening preseason games; we should anticipate an engaging battle that showcases both depth and talent within each squad; though Joe Burrow’s absence may alter Bengal’s offensive dynamics, their defense should be out to prove itself and take revenge on its opponent.

Trends

Cincinnati Bengals Betting Trends

Cincinnati is 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games.
Bengals is 10-2 SU in their last 12 games.
Cincinnati is 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games against Atlanta.
Cincinnati is 5-0 SU in their last 5 games against Atlanta.
Bengals is 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games on the road.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Cincinnati’s last 6 games when playing on the road against Atlanta.

Atlanta Falcons Betting Trends

Atlanta is 4-8 ATS in their last 12 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Atlanta’s last 7 games.
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Atlanta’s last 9 games against Cincinnati.
Atlanta are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games at home.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Atlanta’s last 6 games when playing at home against Cincinnati.
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Atlanta’s last 6 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference.