Panthers vs. Falcons Prediction: Atlanta Predicted to Win in NFL Week 18 [2025]

The Atlanta Falcons will take on the Carolina Panthers in NFL Week 18 action at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, commencing at 1:00PM ET.

Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Falcons as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Carolina-Atlanta game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Falcons with a win probability of 73%, while the Panthers have 27%."

This updated Panthers vs. Falcons betting preview builds on my early Panthers vs. Falcons prediction that I published at the start of the week.

For expanded analysis of today’s game, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Panthers vs. Falcons predictions page.

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Panthers vs. Falcons Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

The NFL Week 18 action between the Falcons and Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium is scheduled to start at 1:00PM ET.

• Who: Carolina Panthers vs. Atlanta Falcons
• Date: Sunday, January 5, 2025
• Time: 1:00PM ET/10:00AM PT
• Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
• Merchandise: Buy Falcons and Panthers gear at Fanatics

Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of this week's Panthers vs. Falcons matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

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Panthers vs. Falcons Predictions

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NFL game between the Panthers and Falcons 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Falcons a 73% chance of beating the Panthers in Week 18 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Falcons winning 27-20.

According to our model, the Panthers (+8) have a 60% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 48.5 points has a 55% chance of staying under.

Panthers vs. Falcons Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Panthers vs. Falcons Picks

Our model's strongest edge in today's Panthers vs. Falcons matchup is on the total.

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Panthers vs. Falcons TD Scorers

Who will score the first touchdown in Panthers vs. Falcons?

According to our model, Atlanta's Bijan Robinson is most likely to score the first touchdown in Panthers vs. Falcons.

Our projections give Robinson a 19.0% chance of scoring the first TD at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, while the Falcons RB is a 70.0% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.

First Touchdown Scorer Predictions

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Panthers vs Falcons Player Props

Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Panthers and Falcons. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.

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Panthers vs. Falcons Quarterbacks

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Panthers' Bryce Young is projected to throw for fewer yards than the Falcons' Michael Penix.

Panthers Rushing

Miles Sanders, Raheem Blackshear and Bryce Young are projected to be the leading rushers for the Panthers.

Falcons Rushing

Bijan Robinson, Tyler Allgeier and Michael Penix are expected to lead the Falcons in rushing yards.

Panthers Receiving

Adam Thielen, Jalen Coker, Xavier Legette, Tommy Tremble and Ja'Tavion Sanders are projected to top the receiving yards for the Panthers.

Falcons Receiving

Drake London, Kyle Pitts, KhaDarel Hodge, Ray-Ray McCloud and Bijan Robinson are projected to lead the Falcons in receiving yards.

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Conclusion

We predict the Falcons, with a 73% win probability, will likely beat the Panthers in Week 18 of the NFL season.

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