Arizona at Atlanta

Arizona's offense catches a break, facing a bad Atlanta defense that is #26 in yards allowed, #26 against the run, and #29 in points allowed (28.2 per game). The Cardinals are 7-2 OVER the total on the road against a team with a losing home record. But Arizona's defense is no rock wall either, at #15 in yards surrendered, #29 against the run, #21 in points allowed (25.2 per game). They face a Falcons team where the strength is on offense, #10 in yards gained, fourth in passing behind QB Matt Ryan (28 TDs, six INTs). Rookie wide receiver Calvin Ridley has been a terrific addition, hauling in eight touchdowns. Atlanta is 12-4-1 OVER the total against losing teams. This game is indoors and the OVER is 10-3 in the last 13 meetings, so look for more offense than oddsmakers expect. Back the OVER.