Falcons vs. Raiders live updates: Viewing details and predictions for Monday Night Football in Week 15
The Atlanta Falcons take on the Las Vegas Raiders tonight in a critical “Monday Night Football” face-off that will address numerous concerns for both teams.
Starting with the Falcons, quarterback Kirk Cousins has faced serious challenges recently, tossing eight interceptions without a single touchdown in his last four outings. This poor performance has contributed to a four-game losing streak for a squad that once seemed ready to vie for the NFC South title.
As a result, doubts have emerged regarding Cousins’ role as the starter and the prospects for the Falcons in the division. Despite this, Atlanta remains close to claiming the NFC South, but they will need Cousins to find his rhythm during tonight’s game. Fortuitously, the matchup provides a favorable opportunity for him.
The Raiders, on the other hand, are dealing with a host of issues. Their season has been filled with difficulties, leading to discussions about the job security of Antonio Pierce, who is in his first full season as the head coach.
Pierce has encountered various challenges during this season, some of which were self-inflicted. With uncertainty surrounding the roster, coaching, and the future, it seems the Raiders are already looking ahead to next season rather than focusing solely on tonight’s match.
YSL News Sports will be providing live highlights, updates, and more from the Falcons-Raiders Monday night showdown in Week 15 below.
Falcons vs. Raiders kickoff time
- Kickoff time: 8:30 p.m. ET (5:30 p.m. PT)
The Raiders and Falcons are scheduled to kick off at 8:30 p.m. ET, marking the second game in the Week 15 “Monday Night Football” doubleheader.
Falcons vs. Raiders TV broadcast
- TV broadcast: ESPN
You can catch the Raiders-Falcons game on ESPN, where Chris Fowler will be on play-by-play duties, joined by analysts Louis Riddick and Dan Orlovsky in the booth.
Falcons vs. Raiders live streaming options
- Live stream: Fubo | ESPN+
If you’re looking to stream the game, Fubo is a great option as it offers access to NBC, CBS, FOX, NFL Network, and ESPN’s networks, allowing you to follow NFL action for the rest of the season.
Additionally, the game will also be available on ESPN+, ESPN’s exclusive streaming service.
Watch Falcons vs. Raiders on Fubo
Where is Falcons vs. Raiders being held?
The game is happening at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas where the Raiders will protect their home field against the Falcons.
Falcons vs. Raiders predictors and picks
Here’s what the YSL News Sports team predicts for the Falcons-Raiders game:
- Lorenzo Reyes: Falcons 19, Raiders 13
- Tyler Dragon: Falcons 27, Raiders 20
- Richard Morin: Falcons 17, Raiders 10
- Jordan Mendoza: Falcons 29, Raiders 17
Falcons vs. Raiders betting odds, moneyline, over/under
The Falcons are favored to win against the Raiders based on the BetMGM NFL betting lines. If this game doesn’t interest you, be sure to check out expert predictions and best bets for all NFL games this week.
Odds as of Monday at 5 p.m. ET
- Spread: Falcons (-6)
- Moneyline: Falcons (-275); Raiders (+225)
- Over/under: 44.5
Inactive players for Raiders vs. Falcons
- Aidan O’Connell, QB (emergency third QB)
- Sam Webb, CB
- Charles Snowden, DE
- Andrus Peat, OL
- Maxx Crosby, DE
Inactive players for Falcons vs. Raiders
- Carlos Washington Jr., RB
- Rashaan Evans, LB
- Brandon Dorlus, DL
- Elijah Wilkinson, OL
- Brandon Parker, OL
- Casey Washington, WR
NFC South standings update
The Falcons still have a shot at the NFC South title, but they must secure as many wins as possible as the season progresses. Here’s the current division standings after Sunday’s games:
- Buccaneers (8-6)
- Falcons (6-7)
- Saints (5-9)
- Panthers (3-11)
AFC West standings update
The Raiders are currently at the bottom of the AFC West as the regular season nears its conclusion. Here’s how the division looks:
- Chiefs (13-1)
- Broncos (9-5)
- Chargers (8-6)
- Raiders (2-12)
NFC playoff landscape
Here’s the current playoff scenario as we enter the “MNF” doubleheader:
x – 1. Detroit Lions (12-2), leaders of the NFC North: After a heavy loss to Buffalo on Sunday, they risk being in a three-way tie at the top of the conference and could lose their division lead by the time Monday night concludes.
1. Current NFL Standings: The playoffs are on the horizon for several teams, while others are already out of contention.
Remaining schedule: Upcoming games include those against the Bears, 49ers, and Vikings.
x – 2. Philadelphia Eagles (12-2), leaders of the NFC East: They have secured 10 consecutive victories and can clinch the division title by defeating the Washington Commanders in Week 16. Remaining schedule: Matches against the Commanders, Cowboys, and Giants await.
3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-6), leaders of the NFC South: Regardless of the outcome of the Falcons’ game on Monday night, the Bucs will hold onto the top position in their division for at least another week. Their recent win helps them maintain a better conference record (6-3) compared to the Rams (5-5). Remaining schedule: Upcoming games against the Cowboys, Panthers, and Saints.
4. Los Angeles Rams (8-6), leaders of the NFC West: If they win all their upcoming matches, they will clinch the division title. Their victory during Week 9 at Seattle propelled them ahead of the Seahawks in the standings. Remaining schedule: Matches against the Jets, Cardinals, and Seahawks are coming up.
x – 5. Minnesota Vikings (11-2), wild card No. 1: They secured a playoff spot thanks to Seattle’s recent loss. Remaining schedule: They will face the Bears, Seahawks, Packers, and Lions ahead.
6. Green Bay Packers (10-4), wild card No. 2: Despite defeating the Seahawks, the Packers will need to wait at least another week to secure their playoff position. Remaining schedule: Scheduled matches against the Saints, Vikings, and Bears.
7. Washington Commanders (9-5), wild card No. 3: They narrowly defeated the Saints, keeping their hopes alive within the division with the NFC East title still up for grabs. Remaining schedule: They will play the Eagles, Falcons, and Cowboys next.
8. Seattle Seahawks (8-6), in contention: Their loss to Green Bay has pushed them down the ranks, now outside the projected playoff field. Remaining schedule: They have games against the Vikings, Bears, and Rams ahead.
9. Arizona Cardinals (7-7), in contention: They ended a three-game losing streak by securing a win against the Patriots, but they will still need favorable outcomes in the NFC West to have a chance. Remaining schedule: They are set to play the Panthers, Rams, and 49ers.
10. Atlanta Falcons (6-7), in contention: Their sweep of the Buccaneers gives them a shot to reclaim the division lead if they can match Tampa Bay’s record, but the Buccaneers have been challenging to catch. Remaining schedule: Upcoming games include the Raiders, Giants, Commanders, and Panthers.
NFL Playoff Start Date
The NFL playoffs will commence on January 11 with the Super Wild Card Weekend, culminating in Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans on February 9.
Teams No Longer in Playoff Contention for 2024
Sadly for fans of the Raiders, the team won’t be competing for the Lombardi Trophy this year but can still spoil other teams’ runs for the postseason. Below is the list of teams eliminated from playoff contention:
▶ New York Giants
▶ Las Vegas Raiders
▶ New England Patriots
▶ Jacksonville Jaguars
▶ Tennessee Titans
▶ Cleveland Browns
▶ New York Jets
▶ Chicago Bears
▶ Carolina Panthers
