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Updated fantasy football rankings (PPR scoring) and cheat sheets: Week 12

Set your fantasy football lineup with fantasy football PPR rankings from The Huddle for Week 12 of the 2022 NFL season.

It’s crunch time here in Week 12 as we continue pushing toward the fantasy playoffs. Whether you’re a contender or a pretender, we have the fantasy football rankings to put you on the path to victory.

We consulted with our friends at TheHuddle.com, who have been helping fantasy players just like you win their leagues for over 2 decades. Check out TheHuddle.com’s top players in point-per-reception (PPR) fantasy football scoring for the upcoming weekend:

Fantasy football rankings – Week 12

Quarterback rankings

  1. Justin Fields, CHI vs. NYJ – 27.5 projected points
  2. Jalen Hurts, PHI vs. GB – 26.5
  3. Patrick Mahomes, KC vs. LAR – 25.0
  4. Lamar Jackson, BAL vs. JAC – 25.0
  5. Geno Smith, SEA vs. LVR – 23.5
  6. Justin Herbert, LAC vs. ARI – 23.5
  7. Tua Tagovailoa, MIA vs. HOU – 23.0
  8. Joe Burrow, CIN vs. TEN – 21.5
  9. Matt Ryan, IND vs. PIT – 21.0
  10. Kyler Murray, ARI vs. LAC – 21.0
  11. Aaron Rodgers, GB vs. PHI – 20.5
  12. Andy Dalton, NO vs. SF – 19.5

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Running back rankings

  1. Derrick Henry, TEN vs. CIN – 26.0 projected points
  2. Jeff Wilson Jr., MIA vs. HOU – 20.0
  3. Christian McCaffrey, SF vs. NO – 23.0
  4. Kenneth Walker III, SEA vs. LVR – 23.0
  5. Austin Ekeler, LAC vs. ARI – 22.0
  6. Michael Carter, NYJ vs. CHI – 20.0
  7. Nick Chubb, CLE vs. TB – 19.0
  8. Travis Etienne, JAC vs. BAL – 19.0
  9. Jerick McKinnon, KC vs. LAR – 18.0
  10. James Conner, ARI vs. LAC – 18.0
  11. Aaron Jones, GB vs. PHI – 18.0
  12. Josh Jacobs, LVR vs. SEA – 18.0
  13. Jonathan Taylor, IND vs. PIT – 18.0
  14. Kenyan Drake, BAL vs. JAC – 17.0
  15. Najee Harris, PIT vs. IND – 17.0
  16. D’Onta Foreman, CAR vs. DEN – 16.0
  17. Tyler Allgeier, ATL vs. WAS – 16.0
  18. Miles Sanders, PHI vs. GB – 15.0
  19. Brian Robinson Jr., WAS vs. ATL – 15.0
  20. David Montgomery, CHI vs. NYJ – 14.0
  21. Rachaad White, TB vs. CLE – 14.0
  22. Isiah Pacheco, KC vs. LAR – 13.0
  23. James Robinson, NYJ vs. CHI – 12.0
  24. Latavius Murray, DEN vs. CAR – 11.0

Wide receiver rankings

  1. Tyreek Hill, MIA vs. HOU – 23.0 projected points
  2. A.J. Brown, PHI vs. GB – 22.0
  3. Michael Pittman Jr., IND vs. PIT – 22.0
  4. DeAndre Hopkins, ARI vs. LAC – 21.0
  5. Davante Adams, LVR vs. SEA – 21.0
  6. Keenan Allen, LAC vs. ARI – 20.0
  7. Amari Cooper, CLE vs. TB – 20.0
  8. Christian Kirk, JAC vs. BAL – 20.0
  9. DK Metcalf, SEA vs. LVR – 20.0
  10. Terry McLaurin, WAS vs. ATL – 20.0
  11. Parris Campbell, IND vs. PIT – 20.0
  12. Brandon Aiyuk, SF vs. NO – 20.0
  13. Garrett Wilson, NYJ vs. CHI – 20.0
  14. Tyler Lockett, SEA vs. LVR – 19.0
  15. Jaylen Waddle, MIA vs. HOU – 19.0
  16. Chris Olave, NO vs. SF – 19.0
  17. Mike Evans, TB vs. CLE – 18.0
  18. Tee Higgins, CIN vs. TEN – 18.0
  19. Allen Lazard, GB vs. PHI – 17.0
  20. Courtland Sutton, DEN vs. CAR – 16.0
  21. Tyler Boyd, CIN vs. TEN – 15.0
  22. Darnell Mooney, CHI vs. NYJ – 15.0
  23. Mack Hollins, LVR vs. SEA – 13.0
  24. Deebo Samuel, SF vs. NO – 13.0

Tight end rankings

  1. Travis Kelce, KC vs. LAR – 20.0 projected points
  2. Mark Andrews, BAL vs. JAC – 17.0
  3. David Njoku, CLE vs. TB – 14.0
  4. Taysom Hill, NO vs. SF – 13.0
  5. Pat Freiermuth, PIT vs. IND – 11.0
  6. Gerald Everett, LAC vs. ARI – 10.0
  7. Logan Thomas, WAS vs. ATL – 8.0
  8. Austin Hooper, TEN vs. CIN – 8.0
  9. Tyler Higbee, LAR vs. KC – 8.0
  10. George Kittle, SF vs. NO – 8.0
  11. Hayden Hurst, CIN vs. TEN – 8.0
  12. Tyler Conklin, NYJ vs. CHI – 8.0

Place kicker rankings

  1. Robbie Gould, SF vs. NO – 14.0 projected points
  2. Eddy Pineiro, CAR vs. DEN – 13.0
  3. Jake Elliott, PHI vs. GB – 12.0
  4. Joey Slye, WAS vs. ATL – 11.0
  5. Cade York, CLE vs. TB – 11.0
  6. Brandon McManus, DEN vs. CAR – 10.0
  7. Younghoe Koo, ATL vs. WAS – 10.0
  8. Matthew Wright, PIT vs. IND – 10.0
  9. Justin Tucker, BAL vs. JAC – 9.0
  10. Jason Myers, SEA vs. LVR – 9.0
  11. Ryan Succop, TB vs. CLE – 8.0
  12. Evan McPherson, CIN vs. TEN – 8.0

Defensive team rankings

  1. Chiefs vs. LAR – 16.0 projected points
  2. Jets vs. CHI – 11.0
  3. Commanders vs. ATL – 10.0
  4. Eagles vs. GB – 10.0
  5. Dolphins vs. HOU – 10.0
  6. Ravens vs. JAC – 9.0
  7. Colts vs. PIT – 9.0
  8. Titans vs. CIN – 8.0
  9. Seahawks vs. LVR – 7.0
  10. 49ers vs. NO – 6.0
  11. Buccaneers vs. CLE – 6.0
  12. Bears vs. NYJ – 6.0

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Baltimore Ravens at Jacksonville Jaguars odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Baltimore Ravens at Jacksonville Jaguars odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Baltimore Ravens (7-3) visit the Jacksonville Jaguars (3-7) Sunday at 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Ravens vs. Jaguars odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Baltimore had a mediocre effort last Sunday in a 10-point victory over the struggling Carolina Panthers. In a game which should have been a blowout, the Ravens let the Panthers hang around and failed to cover the -12.5-point closing number. A 13-3 win is not what coach John Harbaugh wanted from his team coming out of its bye week.

Jacksonville, in its 1st season under Doug Pederson, has made massive strides from the 1-16 season in 2021. RB Travis Etienne has taken over the backfield with the team feeling confident enough in him to trade away James Robinson to the New York Jets.

Etienne is 10th in the NFL with 725 yards on 131 carries with 4 TDs. His 5.5 yards per carry is 8th amongst eligible backs. He also has the trust of QB Trevor Lawrence due to their time together at Clemson. Although the Jaguars have not meshed yet, they are making progression and a fun game should be in store.

Despite Baltimore being consistently the better team, this series has been historically close with Jacksonville winning 12 of the 22 meetings and the teams splitting the last 8 games since 2005.

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Ravens at Jaguars odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 5:03 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Ravens -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Jaguars +160 (bet $100 to win $160)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Ravens -3.5 (-109) | Jaguars +3.5 (-111)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -106 | U: -114)

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Ravens at Jaguars key injuries

Ravens

  • WR Devin Duvernay (hamstring) questionable
  • S Kyle Hamilton (knee) questionable
  • WR Demarcus Robinson (hip) questionable
  • OL Ronnie Stanley (ankle) out

Jaguars

  • None

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Ravens at Jaguars picks and predictions

Prediction

Jaguars 22, Ravens 18

Moneyline

BET JAGUARS (+160).

The Ravens have held a 10-point lead in all 10 of its games this season. Despite this fact, they have still lost 3 of those games and failed to cover the spread in 3 others.

Jacksonville has been feisty this season and it has been very feisty against the Ravens over the years. Jacksonville will run the ball with Etienne to keep Baltimore off the field. Doing this will limit the amount of time Jackson can hurt the Jaguars with his legs. If they can achieve this, the Jaguars will win the game. At +160, I like this value.

JACKSONVILLE (+160) is my FAVORITE PLAY.

Against the spread

PASS.

Since I’m taking Jacksonville on the moneyline, I’ll avoid doubling down by taking the spread, too.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 43.5 (-114).

As stated, for the Jaguars to win they need to keep the Ravens offense on the sideline. This will be accomplished with long, sustained drives and running. By limiting the number of Baltimore drives, Jacksonville will also limit the scoring potential in this game and UNDER 43.5 (-114)  is the correct play with this game plan in mind.

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Houston Texans at Miami Dolphins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Texans at Miami Dolphins odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Texans (1-8-1) visit the Miami Dolphins (7-3) Sunday at 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Texans vs. Dolphins odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

After a 23-10 loss last Sunday to the Washington Commanders as 3-point underdogs, coach Lovie Smith was non-committal about QB Davis Mills and if he would continue to start for the Texans. With Houston firmly in control of the No. 1 draft pick in 2023, it looks like the team may be ready to select another signal caller. With Miami leading the AFC East and QB Tua Tagovailoa playing inspired football under coach Mike McDaniel, this looks like another game the Texans will lose on their way to the draft.

The Dolphins trade for WR Tyreek Hill has indeed brought out the best of Tagovailoa, who has taken a step up in his accuracy and his command of the team while Hill leads the league in receptions (81) and receiving yards (1,148). The  addition of DE Bradley Chubb from Denver at the trade deadline has helped the defense become a better unit as well as Miami tries to beat out the Buffalo Bills in the division race.

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Texans at Dolphins odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 4:53 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Texans +600 (bet $100 to win $600) | Dolphins -900 (bet $900 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Texans +14 (-111) | Dolphins -14 (-109)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 47 (O: -106 | U: -114)

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Texans at Dolphins key injuries

Texans

  • CB Derek Stingley Jr. (hamstring) out

Dolphins

  • QB Teddy Bridgewater (knee) questionable
  • RB Raheem Mostert (knee) doubtful

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Texans at Dolphins picks and predictions

Prediction

Dolphins 31, Texans 10

Moneyline

PASS.

With the spread being so high, the ML is also too high to want to make a wager on. Avoid this wager and instead make a play on the spread or the total.

Against the spread

BET DOLPHINS -14 (-111).

Coming off a bye week, the Dolphins will feast on the Texans.

Even if Mostert sits, the addition of RB Jeff Wilson from the San Francisco 49ers at the trade deadline has the run game of Miami in solid hands.

Hill, already with 1,148 receiving yards, is looking to become the first 2,000-yard receiver in NFL history. While it will not happen this week, he could get a bunch against a terrible Houston defense, which is now playing without its only star in rookie CB Stingley.

The Texans will wilt in the hot Miami sun and the Dolphins will win this game easily. MIAMI -14 (-111) is my FAVORITE PLAY in this contest.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 47 (-114).

The Dolphins can score. But for this game to get Over 47, the Dolphins will need to hit 40. This is not a given in any NFL game and I am hesitant to bet on it in this one.

Coming off the bye, Miami will come out strong and then cruise to the end. If Houston can get this game Over, it will be with garbage-time points. But I do not think the Texans are good enough to even get garbage-time points. Their only source of offense is RB Dameon Pierce and after being shut down last week by Washington, Miami and Chubb will attempt to do the same this Sunday. TAKE UNDER 47 (-114).

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Los Angeles Rams at Kansas City Chiefs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Los Angeles Rams at Kansas City Chiefs odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Los Angeles Rams (3-7) will look to snap their 4-game losing streak against the surging Kansas City Chiefs (8-2), who have won 4 in a row. Sunday’s kickoff from GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium will be at 4:25 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Rams vs. Chiefs odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Since their bye in Week 7, the Rams have dropped 4 straight games, losing to the San Francisco 49ers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Arizona Cardinals and New Orleans Saints. The offense has really struggled, failing to top 360 yards in a single game and only gaining more than 260 yards once in their last 4 games. With QB Matthew Stafford and WR Cooper Kupp out, the Rams offense is in even worse shape than it has been all season.

The Chiefs are gaining some momentum, having won 4 straight since a Week 6 loss to the Buffalo Bills, with 2 of those wins coming by double digits against the 49ers and Jacksonville Jaguars. The Chiefs did not cover as 5.5-point favorites in Week 11 during a 30-27 victory at the Los Angeles Chargers but they did increase their AFC West lead to 3 games. Kansas City leads the league in points (30.0) and yards (429.3) per game.

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Rams at Chiefs odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Rams +900 (bet $100 to win $900) | Chiefs -1400 (bet $1,400 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Rams +15.5 (-110) | Chiefs 15.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 42 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rams at Chiefs key injuries

Rams

  • C Brian Allen (thumb) out
  • TE Tyler Higbee (knee) questionable
  • WR Cooper Kupp (ankle) out — injured reserve
  • OL Ty Nsekhe (ankle) questionable
  • WR Allen Robinson (ankle) questionable
  • DE A’Shawn Robinson (knee) out
  • OL Matt Skura (knee) questionable
  • QB Matthew Stafford (neck, concussion) out

Chiefs

  • S Juan Thornhill (calf) questionable
  • OL Joe Thuney (ankle) questionable
  • WR Kadarius Toney (hamstring) out

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Rams at Chiefs picks and predictions

Prediction

Chiefs 30, Rams 13

Moneyline

The Rams are not going to win this game, and taking the Chiefs at -1400 is nowhere close to being worth the risk. So, unless you somehow feel confident in the Rams beating arguably the best team in the league with a backup quarterback and without their best offensive player, PASS on making a moneyline wager.

Against the spread

A Sean McVay-coached Rams team has never been as big an underdog as it is for this Sunday. The biggest underdogs the Rams have been under McVay was 7 points against the 49ers back in 2019 and L.A. covered in a 34-31 loss.

This is uncharted territory for McVay and I don’t think his team will keep it very close. The Rams struggled to even keep it competitive against the Saints last week, even though the 27-20 score says otherwise. They were even worse the week before without Stafford in a 27-17 home loss to the Cardinals.

It’s a lot of points, but BET KANSAS CITY -15.5 (-110).

Over/Under

PASS on this for a couple of reasons. With the Rams missing their 2 best offensive players in Stafford and Kupp, I don’t see them moving the ball very easily against the Chiefs. I also don’t think Kansas City will have much trouble scoring against a Rams defense that doesn’t create turnovers.

I would lean Over for that reason, but this game could also get so lopsided that the Chiefs begin to play it safe and keep things conservative if they get a big lead.

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Cincinnati Bengals at Tennessee Titans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Cincinnati Bengals at Tennessee Titans odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Cincinnati Bengals (6-4) will square off against the Tennessee Titans (7-3) Sunday in Week 12 at Nissan Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Bengals vs. Titans odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Bengals took down the Pittsburgh Steelers 37-30 in Week 11 to cover as 3.5-point road favorites. Cincinnati has won 4 of its last 5 games and is 1 game behind the Baltimore Ravens for the No. 1 spot in the AFC North.

The Titans secured a 27-17 win over the Green Bay Packers in Week 11 as they covered as 3-point road underdogs. Tennessee is at the top of the AFC South after winning 7 of its last 8 games following an 0-2 start to the season.

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Bengals at Titans odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Bengals -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Titans +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Bengals -2.5 (-118) | Titans +2.5 (-102)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Bengals at Titans key injuries

Bengals

  • S Dax Hill (shoulder) questionable
  • RB Joe Mixon (concussion) out
  • WR Ja’Marr Chase (hip) questionable

Titans

  • LB Denico Autry (knee) out
  • K Randy Bullock (calf) questionable
  • CB Kristian Fulton (hamstring) questionable
  • C Ben Jones (concussion) questionable
  • DE Jeffery Simmons (ankle) questionable

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Bengals at Titans picks and predictions

Prediction

Titans 27, Bengals 23

Moneyline

BET A HALF UNIT ON TITANS (+120).

Tennessee has just found ways to win games and I expect that to happen again in Week 12. Getting the Titans at plus odds makes them an enticing wager in this contest.

Against the spread

Considering that I took Tennessee to win, TITANS +2.5 (-102) is where I’m going for another HALF-UNIT wager. The Titans will lean on RB Derrick Henry Sunday and it remains to be seen if the Bengals can slow him down.

The Titans are 8-0 ATS in their last 8 games. The underdog is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings between Cincinnati and Tennessee.

Over/Under

OVER 43.5 (-112) is where I’m leaning, especially if the Bengals get Chase back on the field. Despite the Titans being a team that leans on their ground game with Henry, they’ve gotten some chunk plays in recent weeks.

The Over is 4-0-1 in the last 5 games for the Bengals. The Over is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings between the Bengals and the Titans when the game is in Tennessee.

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Auburn at Alabama odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Auburn at Alabama odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Auburn Tigers (5-6, 2-5 SEC) will be in Tuscaloosa for a challenge against the No. 7 Alabama Crimson Tide (9-2, 5-2) for the latest edition of the Iron Bowl Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Auburn vs. Alabama odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

When it comes to the Iron Bowl, you throw out the records. Considered one of the best rivalries in college football, Auburn and Alabama want to crush the other into oblivion, especially this one week of the year.

In 2021, Auburn almost knocked Alabama from a playoff spot but came up short in a 4-overtime, 24-22 loss. Most remember the “kick 6” in 2013 when Auburn CB Chris Davis returned an Alabama missed 57-yard field-goal attempt for a touchdown on the final play of a 34-28 Tigers victory. Davis caught the ball in front of the goal posts, but it was considered a 100-yard return according to NCAA rules. This game is always contentious and rarely does it disappoint those who watch.

Saturday, Alabama hopes to keep its slim playoff chance alive. While the Tide are No. 7 in the AFCA Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY sports, they’re also 7th in the College Football Playoff Rankings. They have to jump 3 teams to get into the desired top 4 for the playoffs.

Auburn is looking to win one for interim coach — former player and fan favorite — Cadillac Williams, who moved into the position from running backs coach when Bryan Harsin was fired in late October after a 3-5 start. Williams has brought a sense of confidence and determination to the Tigers, something which was severely lacking in recent years. Unfortunately for Auburn fans, this confidence may not be enough vs. Alabama with the Tigers down several offensive linemen and a defense which has struggled all season.

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Auburn at Alabama odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 1:52 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Auburn +950 (bet $100 to win $950) | Alabama -2000 (bet $2,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Auburn +22.5 (-110) | Alabama -22.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -111 | U: -109)

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Auburn at Alabama picks and predictions

Prediction

Alabama 33, Auburn 26

Moneyline

PASS.

Alabama (-2000) is far too expensive of a ML favorite to wager on. Auburn (+950) offers excellent value, and I’m willing to put $10 on it for fun — it would profit $95 — but it’s not likely to hit. The smarter bets would be on the spread or total in this game.

Against the spread

BET AUBURN +22.5 (-110).

No matter how good or bad these teams are, this game is a challenge. It leads to pride in the state and both teams want to beat the other.

In 2021, as 20.5-point underdogs, the Tigers took the eventual national runner-up Crimson Tide to 4 overtimes before a decision not to go for a 2-point conversion cost the Tigers a chance at victory.

While this game may not be as thrilling as 2021, Auburn will play hard for coach Williams and will keep this one closer than the experts think. AUBURN +22.5 (-110) is my FAVORITE PLAY in this matchup.

Over/Under

BET OVER 49.5 (-111)

In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head meeting, this total would have hit. Last season’s 24-22 game is 1 of the 2 which would not despite going to 4 overtimes.

But both teams are different this season. The normally stout Alabama defense is lacking bite this season and Auburn, due to bad recruiting and injury, lacks a strong defense, too.

QB Bryce Young and DE Will Anderson, both juniors, are likely playing their final game at Alabama. Without a playoff berth, it’s possible both sit out a bowl game. While not seniors, both will want to star in their final dances at Tuscaloosa in front of the home fans.

Alabama scoring in the 30’s to 40’s is not out of the question. Auburn is less of a certainty to score, but with the emotion in this game, I’m going to venture that the Tigers will keep up for a while.

Give me OVER 49.5 (-111) to hit in this one.

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Denver Nuggets at Los Angeles Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Denver Nuggets at Los Angeles Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Denver Nuggets (11-7) wrap up their 2-game road trip Friday against the Los Angeles Clippers (11-8). Tip-off is 10:30 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena (NBA TV). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Nuggets vs. Clippers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Nuggets posted a 131-126 overtime win as 1.5-point favorites over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday. They have won 2 of their last 3 games, but are 3-4 in their last 7.

The Clippers were 10-point underdogs on Wednesday and lost 124-107 on the road against the Golden State Warriors. They were missing both F Paul George and G Kawhi Leonard in the game and will be without their 2 stars again on Friday.

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Nuggets at Clippers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:38 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Nuggets -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Clippers +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Nuggets -3.5 (-115) | Clippers +3.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Nuggets at Clippers key injuries

Nuggets

  • G Colin Gillespie (leg) out
  • F Jeff Green (knee) out
  • G Bones Hyland (illness) out
  • C Nikola Jokic (hip) probable
  • F Michael Porter Jr. (heel) questionable
  • G Ish Smith (calf) out

Clippers

  • F Paul George (hamstring) out
  • G Luke Kennard (calf) out
  • G Kawhi Leonard (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Nuggets at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 105, Nuggets 103

Moneyline

The Clippers have won 3 of their last 4 games, but were blown out by the Warriors on Wednesday.

The Nuggets are 3-4 in their last 7 games and are 7-5 on the road.

The Clippers have the No. 3 defense in the league, allowing only 106.8 points per game. They also have the lowest-scoring offense in the league, but the Nuggets give up 114.5 per game. Without George or Leonard, they put up 121 on the Jazz on Monday.

The Clippers have the size to compete against Jokic and both Reggie Jackson and Norman Powell can score enough to keep the Clippers afloat.

I like the Clippers for the upset.

BET CLIPPERS (-140).

Against the spread

The Nuggets are 8-10 ATS compared to the Clippers’ 9-10 ATS.

Denver is 3-6 ATS in its last 9 while the Clippers are 4-2 ATS in their last 6.

That said, if you like the Clippers to win outright, stay with the moneyline to make more money.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Under is 4-0 in the Nuggets’ last 4 games following an ATS win.

The Under has hit in 4 of the Nuggets’ last 5 overall.

BET UNDER 217.5 (-105).

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Portland Trail Blazers at New York Knicks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Portland Trail Blazers at New York Knicks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Portland Trail Blazers (10-8) and New York Knicks (9-9) meet Friday at Madison Square Garden. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Trail Blazers vs. Knicks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Trail Blazers failed to cover the spread as 6.5-point underdogs in a 114-96 loss at the Cleveland Cavaliers Wednesday. The failed cover was Portland’s 2nd consecutive game without G Damian Lillard (calf), the 1st being a cover as a 9.5-point underdog in a 119-111 loss at the Milwaukee Bucks Monday.

The Trail Blazers are 5-1 against the spread (ATS) in their last 6 road games.

The Knicks won outright as 1.5-point underdogs in a 129-119 victory at the Oklahoma City Thunder Monday. New York’s went 3-2 ATS during its 5-game road trip.

New York is 1-6 ATS in its last 7 games following a moneyline win.

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Trail Blazers at Knicks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:20 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Knicks -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +3.5 (-110) | Knicks -3.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Trail Blazers at Knicks key injuries

Trail Blazers

  • C Drew Eubanks (back) questionable
  • G Keon Johnson (hip) out
  • G Damian Lillard (calf) out
  • G Gary Payton II (return to competition reconditioning) out

Knicks

  • G/F Cam Reddish (groin) questionable
  • C Mitchell Robinson (knee) questionable
  • G Derrick Rose (toe) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Trail Blazers at Knicks picks and predictions

Prediction

Knicks 106, Trail Blazers 105

Moneyline

PASS.

The Knicks (-160) may be able to pull out the win, but there is no need to bet on them at such a high price. Trail Blazers G Anfernee Simons (22.8 points per game) and F Jerami Grant (19.7) should be able to score enough in Lillard’s absence to give Portland a shot at winning.

Against the spread

BET TRAIL BLAZERS +3.5 (-110).

The Knicks went 3-2 straight up on their 5-game road trip and now face a team that they routed 128-98 in the last head-to-head meeting March 16. The Knicks should be content finishing above .500 on their road trip and may underestimate the Trail Blazers who just got blown out at Cleveland.

I expect Portland to come out extra focused and take advantage of a New York team that should struggle to match the Trail Blazers’ urgency early on.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 217.5 (-110).

The Knicks have been playing in low-scoring matchups lately as the Under is 4-1 in their last 5 games. With the exception of Monday’s high-scoring affair in Oklahoma City, New York averaged just 105 points per game on its recent road trip.

Portland is averaging just 103.5 points in its last 2 games without Lillard, and I expect these offenses to continue struggling and help the Under hit Friday.

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Utah Jazz at Golden State Warriors odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Utah Jazz at Golden State Warriors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Utah Jazz (12-8) hit the road for 2 games this weekend, starting Friday  with the Golden State Warriors (9-10). Tip-off is 10 p.m. ET at Chase Center.  Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Jazz vs. Warriors odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Utah has lost 2 straight games, falling most recently 125-116 at home to the Detroit Pistons as 11.5-point favorites. They have lost 5 of their last 7 games.

The Warriors have won 3 of their last 4 games and are coming off a 124-107 home win over the Los Angeles Clippers as 10-point favorites. Their matchup against Utah closes their 2-game homestand.

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Jazz at Warriors odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:23 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Jazz +270 (bet $100 to win $270) | Warriors  -330 (bet $330 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Jazz +7.5 (-105) | Warriors -7.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 239.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Jazz at Warriors key injuries

Jazz

  • F Leandro Bolmaro (concussion) questionable
  • G Mike Conley (leg) out
  • F Rudy Gay (hand) out
  • G Johnny Juzang (wrist) out

Warriors

  • F Andre Iguodala (hip) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Jazz at Warriors picks and predictions

Prediction

Warriors 121, Jazz 115

Moneyline

The Warriors have been fantastic at home (8-1) and awful on the road (1-9). They have won their last 7 at home.

The Jazz are 6-6 on the road and have lost 3 of their last 4 away from home.

But with the moneyline priced the way it is, it doesn’t make sense to bet the Warriors.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Warriors have covered the spread in their last 4 home games and they are healthy.

The Jazz are 3-3 ATS in their last 6 road games.

Both teams score at a high clip — the Jazz average 117.4 ppg; the Warriors’ 116.2 ppg. — and they both give up a lot of points — the Warriors allow 117.4 ppg while the Jazz give up 115.1.

This will surely be a high-scoring, close game.

BET JAZZ +7.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The projected total is too high. Only 2 of the Warriors’ last 10 games have hit 240 total points. Four of the Jazz’ last 10 have hit 240 or more.

Only 1 meeting of the last 10 between the 2 teams has hit 240.

BET UNDER 239.5 (-110).

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2022 World Cup: USA vs. England best prop bets

Analyzing the USMNT vs. England matchup and offering up expert World Cup picks and predictions on the top prop bets.

The USA Men’s National Team (0 wins, 0 losses, 1 draw) faces a huge challenge Friday when it plays England (1-0-0) in the final World Cup game of the day at Al Bayt Stadium. Kickoff for the Group B match is set for 2 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s prop bet lines around the England vs. USA odds, and make our best World Cup bets, picks and predictions.

England is coming off a 6-2 win over Iran in its opening match. Only M Bukayo Saka scored multiple goals for the winning side.

It was an utterly dominant performance from England, controlling possession for 79% of the match. F Harry Kane did injure his ankle, so there could be some unknown whether he is 100% for this match. England did announce he was available to play.

The USA, on the other hand, drew Wales 1-1. It was a disappointing effort after a thrilling first-half goal put the Americans on top of the F Gareth Bale-led side.

The US subbed on F Jordan Morris instead of M Gio Reyna, which led to some controversy. Nonetheless, the USMNT drew despite having 59% possession.

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Best USA vs. England prop bets

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England Phil Foden: ANYTIME GOAL (+245)

England might be the deepest attacking team in the entire tournament. If there is one thing I expect from England, it’s that it can attack with pace.

F Phil Foden, who played for Man City — arguably the best club in the world — can bring that and only played 19 minutes against Iran, subbing on in the 71st.

Foden had 7 goals in 11 starts and 14 matches played for City this season. He can finish at a high level, and he should get plenty of opportunities against the US.

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Total corners: OVER 9.5 (+110)

England had 8 corners against Iran, and it should bring a similar pace to this game. Players like F Raheem Sterling and Foden are going to be able to push the wingbacks for the US.

However, the counter is true as well. The US has talented wings and should be playing Reyna, who is among its best attacking players.

With F Christian Pulisic undoubtedly leading the way, the ball should get to the endline often. These teams combined for 14 corners in the first round of group stage games, and it should be a similar style of play here.

– This line was +230 Thursday, so it came down just a little bit.

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England Raheem Sterling: 1ST GOALSCORER (+550)

Playing for Chelsea after a 7-year stint with City, Sterling had just 3 goals in 11 starts.

He should again draw the start for England, and if Kane isn’t at 100% in this match, the importance of Sterling in the attack becomes that much more emphasized.

Sterling had 1 goal in the 1st match and had 2 goals in 7 matches during the World Cup qualifiers. One of the key players that typically has the ball at his feet, this is a good value for him to get his side on the board first.

Also see: England vs. USA odds, picks and predictions

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