See who is picking the Bills to win this week.
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Jay Skurski
The Bills are 22-6 following a loss since 2019, including a 10-2 mark on the road after a loss. Interestingly enough, however, they are just 4-4 under Sean McDermott heading into the bye week, and sitting on a loss for that long stinks. The Bills will definitely want to avoid that heading into their break on the schedule this year. The Falcons, who are 7-1 in their last eight appearances on "Monday Night Football," won’t be a rollover opponent at home.
Bills, 30-25.
Bills quarterback Josh Allen hasn't faced the Falcons since the 2022 season. Buffalo News file photo
Katherine Fitzgerald
The Falcons are still figuring out their identity this season, but they have plenty of pieces to build around. Still, the Bills are looking for a get-right game, and it's a shame for the Falcons that they will bear the brunt. The Bills are still looking to put together a complete game, and Monday presents a great opportunity. Even while still nursing several injuries on defense, the Bills have the edge here. Look for Josh Allen and James Cook to spearhead a win heading into Buffalo's bye.
Bills, 34-28.
Lance Lysowski
The Falcons are coming off a bye, and their quarterback, Michael Penix Jr., had one of his best games as a starter in Week 4 with 313 yards. Their running back, Bijan Robinson, is one of the best in the NFL, and their top receiver, Drake London, is especially difficult to cover when he lines up in the slot. This should be a high-scoring game, but Penix will throw at least one interception and the Bills won't commit the same uncharacteristic mistakes that prevented their offense from outscoring the Patriots.
Bills, 35-24.
Steve Trosky
The Bills have been good through five weeks, but they haven't been great. Will they finally put it all together on Monday? I think so. The Falcons present a formidable challenge with Michael Penix Jr. and Bijan Robinson, but you have to think Bills coach Sean McDermott will motivate his crew to perform better. The Eagles' performance Thursday against the Giants is a warning. If you don't play well, you will lose, no matter the opponent. The Bills get back on the right track.
Bills, 31-27.
