Commanders Falcons betting odds: Can Michael Penix lead the upset at SNF?

The conclusion of Sunday’s Week 17 games will be a big event for the Los Angeles Rams. The Washington Commanders face the Atlanta Falcons. With a Commanders win, the Rams could win the NFC West and secure a spot in the playoffs.

Rookie quarterback Michael Penix will get his second start in as many weeks for the Falcons. Penix made his first start last week and led the Falcons to a win over the New York Giants. The Falcons’ rookie went 18:27 for 202 yards and one interception. Although the stats weren’t impressive, Penix looked pretty good and gave the Falcons offense more variety in the passing game.

With the Philadelphia Eagles’ win against the Dallas Cowboys, the Commanders can no longer win the NFC East. However, the Commanders will still play for playoff position. If the Commanders beat the Falcons, they would move into sixth place in the NFC playoff picture. As it stands, the Commanders would face the Rams on Super Wild Card weekend. The Commanders have won their last three games and appear to be playing better after a midseason lull.

According to FanDuel Sportsbook, The Commanders are 3.5-point favorites at home against the Falcons. These are two evenly matched teams, both fighting for playoff position. The question will be whether or not the Falcons defense can stop the Commanders offense. This will be Penix’s first away game in the NFL and in prime time. I’ll take the commanders home to cover for them.

The choice: Commanders (-3.5)

Season record: 23-26