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if you aren't starting Dowdle as a 4.5-point favorite at likely, why did you draft him? Atlanta ranked 23rd in yards after contact per attempt allowed and 26th in EPA per rush attempt allowed last year. Dowdle was 14th in yards after contact per carry in 2025.
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Falcons' weak run defense and Dowdle's YAC efficiency make him a strong Week 1 start.

Dowdle is a 4.5-point favorite against Atlanta, which ranked 23rd in yards after contact per attempt allowed and 26th in EPA per rush attempt allowed last year. Dowdle ranked 14th in yards after contact per carry in 2025. Even as part of a committee with Jaylen Warren, Week 1 is a great spot for Dowdle.

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