Kansas City Chiefs vs. Atlanta Falcons: Picks, Predictions, Odds and Player Props

The Kansas City Chiefs squeezed past the Cincinnati Bengals in another memorable encounter in Week Two and they may need to do the same this weekend as they travel to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to take on the Atlanta Falcons.

The reigning NFL champions have won their opening two games in dramatic fashion, but that is nothing new to Andy Reid's team.

Atlanta moved to 1-1 after a fightback of their own as they ran out 22-21 winners against the Philadelphia Eagles.

This matchup could be one of the best in Week Three, so let's take a look at the odds for the game, plus our expert's betting picks and predictions.

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Atlanta Falcons betting picks and predictions

Atlanta Falcons +3 (-105)

Falcons critics will argue that the Eagles threw away Monday's game, and that is largely true. But in the NFL, nothing is given away, and the Falcons still had to take the opportunity that was presented to them, which they did superbly well.

For all of his critics in Week One, Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins led by example when it mattered and he finished with 241 yards and two touchdowns.

They say good teams always find a way, and that mantra sums up the Chiefs perfectly. However, they should be pushed hard by the Falcons this week.

Kansas have struggled on offense for two successive weeks, and the Falcons fans in the stadium are likely to be on their back from the first minute trying to unsettle them.

Tight end Travis Kelce has been ineffective in the first two weeks, while Cousins was able to utilize six of his receivers in their win over the Eagles.

Reid's team may be able to win another close battle, but the Falcons are worth siding with after two resolute defensive showings so far.

Under 46.5 points (-110)

While the Falcons should be able to make Sunday's encounter competitive, this matchup may be a battle in the trenches.

With Kelce a passenger in the Chiefs' first two games, Reid has to find a way to get him into space and take the pressure off quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

The Chiefs have more depth at wide receiver at least, but only Rashee Rice has managed to find any momentum in the early part of the season.

Atlanta relies heavily on Bijan Robinson at running back, and while he will always be one to watch, the Chiefs have stood up well to the run so far this season.

The Chiefs have also lost star running back Isiah Pacheco for a few weeks after he was placed on IR, so it is tough to see the overs landing this week.

Patrick Mahomes Over 1.5 Passing Touchdowns (-170)

Without Pacheco, and with Kelce out of form, the Chiefs will need inspiration from elsewhere, but luckily they have the best quarterback in the NFL at the helm.

Mahomes always finds a way no matter what, and he is not a QB that wants to protect his stats.

In last week's narrow win over the Bengals, Mahomes threw two touchdowns and two interceptions. He threw just 13 passes in the first half, with the Chiefs going to the ground on 18 occasions.

However, they are bound to go back to their passing game due to Pacheco's injury, especially with a lack of experience in the backfield.

While that inconsistency could unsettle other quarterbacks, Mahomes will bounce back straight away and if anyone can lead the Chiefs on offense it is their leader.

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Kansas City Chiefs vs. Atlanta Falcons odds

Kansas City Chiefs	-165 ML
Atlanta Falcons	+140 ML
Spread	KC Chiefs -3
Total Points	O/U 46.5

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Atlanta Falcons  player props

Anytime Touchdown

Bijan Robinson (ATL Falcons)	-125
Travis Kelce (KC Chiefs)	+110
Rashee Rice (KC Chiefs)	+120
Carson Steele (KC Chiefs)	+125
Samaje Perine (KC Chiefs)	+160
Xavier Worthy (KC Chiefs)	+187

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This article was written by a partner sports writer via Spotlight Sports Group. All odds displayed on this page were correct at the time of writing and are subject to withdrawal or change at any time.