It’s a battle of the winless preseason teams on Friday, August 22 at 8:00 p.m. ET on NFL Network, as both the Atlanta Falcons and Dallas Cowboys search for their first preseason victories. Time is running out, however, as the preseason comes to a close this weekend.
Below, find our Falcons vs. Cowboys predictions and NFL DFS picks for NFL preseason on PrizePicks, including two players picks for each team.
QBs Joe Milton and Easton Stick lead the way as top NFL DFS picks in Falcons vs. Cowboys, as both QBs should play the majority of the snaps tonight.
The Cowboys surrendered 31 points in each of their first two preseason games, while Atlanta’s put up more of a fight, posting a score differential of -10. Something’s got to give for a pair of NFC foes both eyeing the postseason.
Falcons coach Raheem Morris isn’t taking any risks with his Falcons starters; QBs Michael Penix Jr. and Kirk Cousins won’t play. First-year head coach Brian Schottenheimer will also sideline his best performers, including QB Dak Prescott and WR CeeDee Lamb.
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Falcons vs. Cowboys Predictions for NFL Preseason Today
Below are four Falcons vs. Cowboys predictions and NFL DFS preseason picks on PrizePicks. Use picks and player stat projections to make NFL preseaon predictions using PrizePicks this NFL preseason. Click each pick to read more.
- Cowboys QB Joe Milton — 143.5 Pass Yards
- Cowboys RB Jaydon Blue — 22.5 Rush Yards
- Falcons QB Easton Stick — 136.5 Pass Yards
- Falcons TE Feleipe Franks — 7.5 Receiving Yards
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Cowboys QB Joe Milton Projection: 143.5 Pass Yards
- In two preseason games, Milton is 26-of-47 passing for 265 yards, 1 touchdown, and 2 interceptions.
- The former New England Patriots standout is an adventure to watch, offering exhilarating highs and frustrating lows with his play.
- Currently listed as QB2 on the Cowboys’ unofficial depth chart, Milton will look to stand out against Atlanta.
Cowboys RB Jaydon Blue Projection: 22.5 Rush Yards
- After suffering a bruised foot/ankle on August 7, rookie RB Jaydon Blue is expected to make his preseason debut on Friday night.
- The 2025 fifth-round pick is excited to hit the field. Although he’s an undersized RB at 5-foot-9 and 196 pounds, he boasts excellent speed, as evidenced by his 4.38-second 40-yard dash time.
- Cowboys halfbacks Phil Mafah and Malik Davis have received significant workloads in Weeks 1 and 2 of the preseason.
Falcons QB Easton Stick Projection: 136.5 Pass Yards
- With Penix and Cousins out, it’s once again the Easton Stick show.
- In two preseason games, the former fifth-rounder is 34-of-50 for 322 yards, 2 TDs, and an INT. That's good for 161 yards per game.
- As the third-string QB, the Falcons have nothing to lose by keeping him out there as long as possible.
- Entering Friday, Stick ranks fifth among QBs with two preseason games played in passing yards. He’s third in attempts.
Falcons TE Feleipe Franks Projection: 7.5 Receiving Yards
- In a league filled with interesting stories, Feleipe Franks has to be near the top.
- The converted QB is now trying to make an impression as a TE, which is working with his head coach.
- Franks’ first reception of the preseason came last Friday against the Tennessee Titans, good for a gain of 9 yards.
- Franks played 8 offensive snaps in preseason Week 1, but then followed it with 21 snaps in Week 2 — including six snaps in the slot.
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