Super Bowl 51 Matchup: Atlanta versus New England, Spread Details, Picks, and Television Information
In an unprecedented turn of events, the New England Patriots staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl 51. The final score was 34-28, marking the first overtime game in Super Bowl history.
The Falcons, who had a commanding 28-3 lead late in the third quarter, failed to score a single point in response to the Patriots' comeback, which included three touchdowns and a field goal.
The Falcons' strong start, coupled with the presence of 2016 MVP Matt Ryan, led many to believe that they would maintain their advantage. However, the Patriots, guided by Tom Brady, executed one of the greatest comebacks ever seen in NFL and Super Bowl history.
Key moments of the game included the Falcons' 28-3 lead with 8:31 left in the third quarter, and the Patriots' subsequent scoring spree without the Falcons responding. The game culminated in overtime, where James White’s touchdown secured the Patriots' victory.
This game is often referred to as "28 to 3," representing the Falcons' lead before the Patriots’ rally, and is considered the largest comeback in Super Bowl history and among the top in NFL playoff history.
The New England Patriots entered Super Bowl 51 with a 14-2 win-loss record (SU) and a 10-4 record against the spread (ATS), while the Atlanta Falcons boasted a 13-5 win-loss record (SU) and a 12-6 record against the spread (ATS).
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[2] NFL.com. (2017). Super Bowl LI: Patriots stun Falcons in historic comeback. [online] Available at: https://www.nfl.com/news/super-bowl-li-patriots-stun-falcons-in-historic-comeback
[3] BBC Sport. (2017). Super Bowl 51: Patriots stun Falcons in historic comeback. [online] Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/38703244
Despite the Falcons holding a commanding 28-3 lead late in the third quarter, American football history was rewritten as the New England Patriots executed one of the greatest comebacks in Super Bowl and NFL history, clinching victory with a final score of 34-28 in overtime. NFL betting enthusiasts can discover extensive resources such as NFL Playoff Odds, AFC Champion Odds, NFC Champion Odds, Super Bowl Odds, and NFL Game Lines to place bets on future games.
