Who will win, Falcons or Commanders?

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Can the Falcons (8-7) get a prime-time win against the Washington Commanders (10-5) on Sunday night?

The experts aren’t so sure. Atlanta may be the underdogs, but it’s a win they need to secure. In a close game in the NFC South, Atlanta is locked with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-7). The Falcons’ tiebreaker against their division foe has Atlanta in first place, and the best way to clinch a playoff spot is simply to win the final two games.

However, that is easier said than done, especially against the Commanders, who have been one of the surprise teams this year. The experts are leaning towards Washington. The Commanders have won three straight games, including a close 36-33 win against the Philadelphia Eagles (12-3) in Week 16. Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels notched 258 passing yards, five touchdowns and two interceptions in the win, and he was outstanding on the team’s game-winning drive.

Michael Penix Jr. facing his second top-10 selection. The commanders chose Daniels no. 2 overall, and the Falcons selected Penix at No. 8 in the 2024 NFL Draft. Penix is ​​making just his second start in the NFL, but the coaching staff is confident in the rookie’s extensive college experience heading into this big game.

A lot is riding on this one for both teams. All but two experts agreed with their choice. See the full picks below: