Detroit Lions vs Atlanta Falcons Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 08/08/25

The Lions looked pretty rough in the Hall of Fame game, losing to the Chargers by a score of 34-7. Despite the loss, that experience could be good for Detroit’s crop of young talent in this matchup against the Falcons. Hendon Hooker will start the game, with Kyle Allen expected to play most of the 2nd half. Both saw time during the Hall of Fame game, with Allen leading Detroit’s lone scoring drive in the 2nd quarter.

Neither Michael Penix Jr. nor Kirk Cousins are scheduled to see playing time for the Falcons. Instead, Easton Stick and Emory Jones will handle the quarterback duties for Atlanta. After a rough showing on August 1, look for the Lions to bounce back in this one.

Lions vs Falcons prediction: Lions -3.5 (-115) available at time of publishing. Playable to -120.

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