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Carolina Panthers at Green Bay Packers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the Carolina Panthers at Green Bay Packers Week 15 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Green Bay Packers (10-3) host the Carolina Panthers (4-9) Saturday night of Week 15. Kickoff at Lambeau Field will be at 8:15 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Panthers-Packers betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Panthers at Packers: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 3 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Panthers +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Packers -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Panthers +8 (-110) | Packers -8 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 51.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Panthers at Packers: Game notes

  • The Packers beat the Detroit Lions 31-24 last week for their third straight win. All three wins came by at least a 7-point margin and seven of Green Bay’s 10 victories were decided by a margin greater than 8 points.
  • The Panthers lost their second game in a row, as they fell 32-27 at home against the Denver Broncos coming out of a Week 13 bye. They’ve lost seven of eight games since a three-game win streak from Weeks 3-5. Just three of their nine losses were by 8 or more points.
  • Green Bay’s offense ranks as the best unit in the league by Football Outsiders’ DVOA. The offensive line is No. 1 in pressures allowed and ESPN’s Pass Block Win Rate and Run Block Win Rate.
  • Carolina is ninth in yards per play on offense but just 17th in points per play. Green Bay is second in yards per play and first in points per play.
  • Packers QB Aaron Rodgers has BetMGM‘s second-best odds to be named the AP MVP at +200. He has a league-leading 39 touchdown passes against just 4 interceptions with 3,685 yards on a 69.6% completion rate.

Panthers at Packers: Key injuries

Panthers

  • RB Christian McCaffrey (thigh) doubtful
  • OT Russell Okung (calf) questionable
  • DE Austin Larkin (shoulder) questionable

Packers

  • LB Rashan Gary (hip) questionable
  • WR Allen Lazard (core) questionable
  • LB Za’Darius Smith (ankle, thumb) questionable

Panthers at Packers: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Packers 31, Panthers 17

Money line (?)

The Packers (-400) will win a fourth straight and will do so with Saturday temperatures hovering around freezing at Lambeau Field.

There’s no value in a money line bet; however, with a $10 wager returning a profit of just $2.50. PASS and bet the spread.

Against the spread (?)

The PACKERS -8 (-110) are an easy pick, even when needing to win by at least 9 points. They’re 8-5 ATS for the season and as noted above, have won big more often than not.

The Panthers surprised by staying within 2 points in a 33-31 Week 9 road loss against the Kansas City Chiefs, but the Packers will benefit from their frigid home environment and the continued absence of McCaffrey.

Over/Under (?)

Take the UNDER 51.5 (-110) even though both teams are 7-6 against the O/U for the season.

The Packers match up well defensively against the Panthers’ dependency on big pass plays. RB Mike Davis‘ production has dropped off as the season has gone on and has made the offense too one-dimensional to keep up with the Packers.

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Denver Broncos at Carolina Panthers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the Denver Broncos at Carolina Panthers Week 14 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Denver Broncos (4-8) visit the Carolina Panthers (4-8) on Sunday for a 1 p.m. ET kickoff at Bank of America Stadium. Below, we preview the Broncos-Panthers betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Broncos at Panthers: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 6 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Broncos +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Panthers -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Broncos +3 (-105) | Panthers -3 (-115)
  • Over/Under: 46.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Broncos at Panthers: Game notes

  • The Broncos were scrappy in a 22-16 loss against the defending Super Bowl champ Chiefs in Kansas City last time out. They easily covered a 13-point number as the Under hit for the fourth consecutive outing.
  • Denver plays in the Eastern Time Zone for the fifth time this season. They’re 2-2 SU in their four previous trips east, but they have covered in three of the four outings.
  • The Broncos rank a dismal 31st in the NFL in scoring, posting just 18.8 PPG, but they have been effective running the ball, averaging 118.9 yards per game on the ground. They’re strong against the pass, too, giving up just 218.7 passing yards per contest.
  • The Panthers lost a nail-biter in Minnesota prior to the bye, falling 28-27 as three-point underdogs. While they have eight losses, six of those setbacks are in one-score contests. Carolina is an impressive 7-1 ATS in the previous eight as an underdog.
  • Carolina has been missing star RB Christian McCaffrey for a chunk of the season. The latter injured his quadriceps during a workout in the bye week and is once again on the shelf.

Broncos at Panthers: Key injuries

Broncos

  • OG Graham Glasgow (foot) doubtful
  • S Trey Marshall (shin) questionable

Panthers

  • S Tre Boston (hamstring) questionable
  • CB Rasul Douglas (not injury related) questionable
  • RB Christian McCaffrey (shoulder, thigh) doubtful
  • TE Ian Thomas (knee) questionable

Broncos at Panthers: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Broncos 23, Panthers 19

Money line (?)

The BRONCOS (+135) are worth a play on the road, as they have been sharp in recent weeks against good teams. Yes, they had that ugly 31-3 loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 12, but that’s an anomaly, and they were starting a practice-squad quarterback due to COVID.

The Panthers (-160) just cannot get over the hump in close games, and missing McCaffrey again won’t help their cause.

Against the spread (?)

The BRONCOS +3 (-105) are a decent play catching the three if you’re not feeling them straight up. Eight of Carolina’s 12 games have been decided by one score, with two of the past four decided by two points or less.

Over/Under (?)

UNDER 46.5 (-115) is a good play here, as the Under has hit in four straight for Denver. Yes, the Over is an impressive 7-0 for Carolina in the past seven following a bye, but this team has a totally different complexion than the previous seven instances, which saw QB Cam Newton under center and McCaffrey in the backfield for most.

Neither of those two will be wearing Carolina blue and black in this one, so the stat is rather meaningless. The Under is 4-1 in Carolina’s past five at BoA, and that’s much more telling.

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Carolina Panthers at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the Carolina Panthers at Minnesota Vikings Week 12 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Carolina Panthers (4-7) bring QB Teddy Bridgewater home to the team that gave up on him when they visit the Minnesota Vikings (4-6) Sunday at 1 p.m. ET at U.S. Bank Stadium. Below, we preview the Panthers-Vikings betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Panthers at Vikings: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:27 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Panthers +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Vikings -189 (bet $189 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Panthers +3 (-106) | Vikings -3 (-115)
  • Over/Under: 51.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Panthers at Vikings: Game notes

  • Minnesota has hit the Over on each of its last six home games.
  • Carolina is 4-0 as a road underdog ATS in its last four games.
  • Minnesota is 6-2 ATS in its last eight games.
  • Carolina is averaging 23.0 PPG, which could be a problem because Minnesota is 4-1 on the ML and 5-0 ATS when an opponent scores 27 or fewer points.
  • The Vikings are 11-3 against the ML in their last 14 games against NFC South opponents.

Panthers at Vikings: Key injuries

Panthers

  • OG Dennis Daley (concussion) out
  • CB Donte Jackson (toe) doubtful
  • RB Christian McCaffrey (shoulder) questionable
  • OG John Miller (knee, ankle) questionable
  • OT Russell Okung (calf) questionable
  • LB Tahir Whitehead (ribs) questionable

Vikings

  • OG Ezra Cleveland (ankle) out
  • WR Adam Thielen (COVID-19) doubtful
  • TE Irv Smith (groin, back) doubtful

Panthers at Vikings: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Vikings 21, Panthers 20

Money line (?)

Minnesota (-189) is a solid favorite, but the price is too high. I would lean toward Carolina (+160), but seeing the Panthers are +3 on the spread, the best advice is to AVOID a money line play.

Against the spread (?)

CAROLINA +3 (-106) is the play. Getting 3 points is more than a QB with revenge on his mind should be handed. Minnesota’s defense is grossly depleted from the head coach Mike Zimmer defense we have seen in recent years and have proved it can’t hold a lead late with the game on the line. Minnesota should still win, but this game should be a Pick ’em, which makes CAROLINA +3 a value here.

Over/Under (?)

It’s going to require a lot of touchdowns to hit the O/U of 51.5. I see both teams trying to grind out long drives and, while there will be touchdowns to be had, this one calls for taking UNDER 51.5 (+115).

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Detroit Lions at Carolina Panthers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the Detroit Lions at Carolina Panthers Week 11 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Detroit Lions (4-5) and Carolina Panthers (3-7) meet for a 1 p.m. ET kickoff at Bank of America Stadium. Below, we preview the Lions-Panthers betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Lions at Panthers: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:45 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Lions -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Panthers +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Lions -2.5 (-110) | Panthers +2.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lions at Panthers: Game notes

  • The Lions posted a 30-27 victory against the Washington Football Team last week, covering a 2.5-point number as they scratched and clawed their way back to one game within .500.
  • Detroit’s offense has been so-so this season, posting 360.4 total yards per game (17th in the NFL), and 25.2 points per game (16th). Defense is where the Lions have had plenty of issues, allowing 400.0 total yards (27th), 258.4 passing yards (24th), 141.6 rushing yards (30th) and 29.7 points (29th) per game.
  • The Panthers were doubled up 46-23 at home against the division-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Carolina enters on a five-game skid, covering the spread in just two of the games during the span. Carolina is1-4 straight up and ATS on its home field in 2020.
  • Carolina ranks in the bottom third in a majority of the categories both offensively and defensively. Their best ranking is in the offensive passing yards department, posting 245.6 per game to rank 17th.
  • The Lions are just 3-7 ATS across their past 10 road games and 6-14 ATS in the past 20 games overall. The Panthers are 1-7-1 ATS in the past nine home games, and 1-6 ATS in the past seven against teams with a losing record, so something’s gotta give.

Lions at Panthers: Key injuries

Lions

  • WR Danny Amendola (hip) out
  • LB Jarrad Davis (knee) questionable
  • WR Kenny Golladay (hip) out
  • QB Matthew Stafford (thumb) questionable
  • RB D’Andre Swift (concussion) out
  • DE Austin Bryant (thigh) questionable
  • DL Da’Shawn Hand (groin) questionable
  • S Will Harris (groin) questionable
  • OT Halapoulivaati Vaitai (foot) questionable

Panthers

  • QB Teddy Bridgewater (knee) questionable
  • CB Rasul Douglas (ankle) questionable
  • DE Yatur Gross-Matos (shoulder) questionable
  • CB Donte Jackson (toe) doubtful
  • RB Christian McCaffrey (shoulder) out
  • OT Russell Okung (calf) doubtful
  • G John Miller (knee, ankle) doubtful
  • LB Tahir Whitehead (ribs) questionable
  • S Sam Franklin (ankle) questionable
  • DE Marquis Haynes (shoulder) questionable
  • TE Chris Manhertz (shoulder) questionable

Lions at Panthers: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Panthers 23, Lions 19

Money line (?)

The PANTHERS (+110) are a good play on their home field, whether Stafford or backup QB Chase Daniel plays for the Lions (-130). They’ll be without their two biggest playmakers in Swift and Golladay, so shy away from the road favorites.

Against the spread (?)

The PANTHERS +2.5 (-110) are worth backing as the short dogs at home. Yes, it’s possible Bridgewater sits due to his MCL injury, which would mean either Will Grier or P.J. Walker would start under center, but they are a healthier team overall.

Davis can help the quarterback with short to intermediate routes as a safety valve, and the defense won’t have to face a home-run hitter like Swift or Golladay.

Over/Under (?)

UNDER 46.5 (-110) is the play in this one, as both offenses are very marginal, and we’ll have stars like Golladay, McCaffrey and Swift on the sidelines in street clothes. The Under is 5-2 in Detroit’s past seven on a grass surface, and the Under is 5-3 in Carolina’s past eight overall.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Carolina Panthers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Carolina Panthers Week 10 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-3) are on the road this weekend in an NFC South divisional battle against the Carolina Panthers (3-6). Kickoff is at 1 p.m. ET at Bank of America Stadium. Below, we preview the Buccaneers-Panthers betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Buccaneers at Panthers: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 2:40 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Buccaneers -250 (bet $250 to win $100) | Panthers +210 (bet $100 to win $210)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Buccaneers -6 (-110) | Panthers +6 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 50.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Buccaneers at Panthers: Game notes

  • Carolina has lost four games in a row.
  • Tampa Bay is ranked fourth in the league in total defense, No. 1 in rushing defense and ninth in scoring defense.
  • Panthers QB Teddy Bridgewater has completed 71.9% of his passes for 2,416 yards with 11 touchdowns and 6 interceptions.
  • Bucs QB Tom Brady has 20 touchdown passes this season and 7 interceptions.
  • Tampa Bay is coming off an awful 38-3 loss to the New Orleans Saints.

Buccaneers at Panthers: Key injuries

Buccaneers

  • WR Chris Godwin (finger) questionable
  • LB Shaquil Barrett (shoulder) questionable
  • WR Scotty Miller (hip, groin) questionable
  • LB Jason Pierre-Paul (knee) questionable

Panthers

  • RB Christian McCaffrey (shoulder) out
  • OT Russell Okung (calf) out
  • DE Stephen Weatherly (finger) out
  • S Jeremy Chin (knee) questionable
  • DE Marquis Haynes (shoulder) questionable
  • DE Yetur Gross-Matos (ankle) questionable
  • CB Donte Jackson (toe) questionable
  • DE Austin Larkin (groin) questionable

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Buccaneers at Panthers: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Buccaneers 27, Panthers 23

Money line (?)

Carolina’s three wins this season all came as an underdog, as it has been the dog in seven of nine games this season. The Panthers have struggled at home, winning one of only four games at Bank of America Stadium this season. Tampa will want to recover from its loss to the Saints and Brady will bounce back. Take the BUCCANEERS (-250).

Against the spread (?)

Neither team is an overwhelming pick against the spread. Tampa is 4-5 ATS and Carolina is 5-4 ATS; however, the Panthers are 5-2 ATS as underdogs. Tampa is 3-4 ATS as a favorite. That combined with the fact this is a divisional matchup means go with the underdog to cover. Take the PANTHERS +6 (-110).

Over/Under (?)

Tampa is 5-4 O/U and Carolina is 4-5 O/U. This game will be close to the total. Take UNDER 50.5 (-110).

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NFL Prop Bets Payday: 5 Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers prop predictions

Highlighting five Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers prop bet predictions ahead of their Week 8 Thursday Night Football matchup.

The Atlanta Falcons (1-6) and Carolina Panthers (3-4) meet at Bank of America Stadium for an 8:20 p.m. ET Thursday Night Football kickoff in their second of two head-to-head clashes this season. Below, we give you five prop bet predictions to consider for the Falcons-Panthers Week 8 Thursday Night Football matchup from the BetMGM game menu.

Falcons at Panthers prop bets to make for Thursday Night Football

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 1 p.m. ET.

Falcons WR Julio Jones 80+ receiving yards and 6+ receptions (+250)

Jones missed the Week 5 game against the Panthers, but he has returned from injury to put up 137 and 97 yards in each of the last two games, respectively, with eight catches in each outing. He has also averaged 92.7 yards per game against the rival Panthers over his career.

Panthers RB Mike Davis OVER 59.5 rushing yards (-112)

Davis has a favorable rushing line after going for a season-high 89 yards in the 23-16 win over the Falcons in Week 5. He’s coming off just a 12-yard performance which was his lowest total in five starts to date, as were his seven carries. The Panthers are 2-point betting favorites so should have a favorable game script. Look for them to lean on Davis and the rushing attack.

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Panthers WR Curtis Samuel OVER 39.5 receiving yards (-112)

Samuel returned from a one-game absence last week to catch all six of his targets for 48 yards in the 27-24 loss to the New Orleans Saints. He played just 48% of the offensive snaps. He has caught a career-best 86.2% of his targets on the season and is averaging 8.0 yards per target. Another 6-8 looks in Week 8 easily gets him to the Over.

Falcons QB Matt Ryan OVER 24.5 pass completions (-134)

Ryan completed just 21 of 37 attempts in the Week 5 clash with Carolina. He finished with a season-low 226 passing yards. Since the firing of head coach Dan Quinn, Ryan has attempted 40-plus passes in back-to-back games and had at least 30 completions in each outing. He’ll continue leaning on Jones and WR Calvin Ridley in favorable man-to-man matchups Thursday.

Panthers TE Chris Manhertz to score a touchdown (+900)

Manhertz has been targeted just five times this season and has four catches for 35 yards; however, he has played at least 43% of the offensive snaps in each game. The Falcons have given up a league-high eight touchdowns to opposing tight ends. Take the higher payout with Manhertz over Ian Thomas (+400) after both were held without a catch by the Falcons in their first meeting.

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Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers Week 8 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Atlanta Falcons (1-6) and Carolina Panthers (3-4) are both coming off a narrow loss in Week 7. They’ll commiserate together on a short week in their Week 8 Thursday Night Football matchup at Bank of America Stadium. Kickoff will be at 8:20 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Falcons-Panthers betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Falcons at Panthers betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 10:35 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Falcons +130 (bet $100, win $130) | Panthers -152 (bet $152, win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Falcons +3 (-121) | Panthers -3 (+100)
  • Over/Under: 48.5 (O: -115, U: -106)

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Falcons at Panthers game notes

  • The NFC South rivals met in Atlanta in Week 5, with the Panthers taking a 23-16 victory. The loss led the Falcons to fire head coach Dan Quinn. Interim head coach Raheem Morris is 1-1 in his place.
  • The Falcons lost 23-22 at home against the Detroit Lions last week when RB Todd Gurley scored a touchdown with too much time remaining on the clock. Lions QB Matthew Stafford was able to march his team down the field and hit TE T.J. Hockenson for a touchdown to set up PK Matt Prater‘s game-winning extra point.
  • The Panthers lost 27-24 on the road against a banged-up New Orleans Saints squad Sunday. The game was tied 24-24 entering the fourth quarter.
  • Carolina is 4-3 against the spread while covering by an average of 3.0 points per game; Atlanta is 2-5 ATS and fails to cover by 2.6 PPG. The Falcons are 4-3 against the Over/Under with the Panthers 3-4 against the projected totals.
  • Falcons QB Matt Ryan leads the NFL with 2,181 passing yards through 7 games. He has 12 touchdown passes and just 3 interceptions.
  • Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey (ankle) hadn’t been activated from the Reserve/Injured list as of the time of publishing and is expected to remain sidelined for at least one more week. RB Mike Davis has 517 yards from scrimmage and 4 total touchdowns through 7 games and 5 starts.

Falcons at Panthers key injuries

Falcons

  • WR Julio Jones (hip) questionable
  • WR Russell Gage (knee) questionable
  • C Alex Mack (knee) questionable
  • OT Kaleb McGary (elbow) questionable
  • DE Takkarist McKinley (groin) questionable

Panthers

  • OT Russell Okung (calf) questionable
  • G John Miller (ankle) questionable
  • RB Christian McCaffrey (ankle) questionable/IR

Falcons at Panthers: Odds, prediction, betting lines and picks

Prediction

Falcons 26, Panthers 21

Money line (?)

The FALCONS (+130) carry good value into their rematch with the rival Panthers (-152). Carolina will still be without its best player in McCaffrey and the Falcons’ passing game has re-established itself as one of the best in the league.

The injuries to two key Panthers O-linemen also loom large and could help spark a Falcons pass rush with just 10 sacks through 7 games. The Panthers are generating even less pressure with 6 sacks.

Prior to their Week 5 loss to the Panthers, the Falcons had won each of the previous five and eight of the last nine head-to-head meetings.

Against the spread (?)

The value is with the Falcons’ money line, but ATLANTA +3 (-121) should still be backed for extra insurance. The Falcons have twice lost by just a single point.

Over/Under (?)

Lean to the UNDER 48.5 (-106) with three of the last four TNF games falling shy of this mark. The Week 5 meeting between the Falcons and Panthers also saw a total of just 39 points scored.

For as maligned as the Falcons are – especially on defense – their last three opponents have each scored just 23 points.

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