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Los Angeles Rams at Denver Broncos odds and lines: Teddy Bridgewater, Drew Lock with one final preseason battle

Looking at Saturday’s Los Angeles Rams at Denver Broncos NFL preseason odds and lines.

The Los Angeles Rams (0-2) face the Denver Broncos (2-0) in their third and final preseason game. Their game kicks off at 9:05 p.m. ET Saturday night at Empower Field at Mile High. Below, we look at the Rams at Broncos odds and lines.

The Rams have not won a preseason game yet and are dealing with injuries at running back. Already without RB Cam Akers for the season, they lost RB Raymond Calais to a foot injury that will require surgery. They lost 17-16 to the Las Vegas Raiders when, with 21 seconds left in the game, they scored a touchdown but failed to score on the two-point conversion.

The Broncos defeated the Seattle Seahawks 30-3 behind the steady play of QB Teddy Bridgewater, who appears to have taken the lead in his battle with QB Drew Lock for the starting job. Seattle did not play their starters in the game.

Rams at Broncos: Odds, spread and line

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 7:35 a.m. ET.

Money line: Rams +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Broncos -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Rams +7.5, -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Broncos -7.5, +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
Total: 33.5, Over -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Under -110 (bet $110 to win $100)

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2021 preseason betting stats:

ATS: Rams 1-1 | Broncos 2-0
O/U: Rams 0-2 | Broncos 1-1

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The Rams, at +300 odds, have an implied 25.0% chance of winning, or 3/1 fractional odds. If Los Angeles wins outright or loses by 7 or fewer points, a Rams +7.5 (-125) ATS bet wins.

The Broncos (-400) have an implied 80.0% chance of beating the Rams, or 1/4 fractional odds. Denver must win by 8 or more points for a Broncos -7.5 (+100) ATS ticket to cash.

There would need to be at least 34 points scored Saturday for an OVER 33.5 (-110) ticket to cash, while a combined point total of 33 or fewer points is a win for the Under.

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Denver Broncos at Seattle Seahawks odds and lines: Broncos huge road favorites

Looking at Saturday’s Denver Broncos at Seattle Seahawks preseason game with NFL betting odds and lines.

The Denver Broncos will be on the road Saturday night when they take on the Seattle Seahawks in the second week of the preseason. Kickoff is set for 10 p.m. ET at Lumen Field in Seattle. Below, we look at the Broncos at Seahawks odds and lines.

The Broncos crushed the Minnesota Vikings in their preseason opener 33-6. QBs Teddy Bridgewater and Drew Lock both played well, with Bridgewater throwing for 74 yards and a touchdown on only eight attempts, and Lock totaling 151 yards and two touchdowns on only seven passes.

The Seahawks were beaten by the Raiders, 20-7, Saturday night with the offense being led by QBs Sean Mannion, Alex McGough and Geno Smith. The offense struggled without Russell Wilson under center with the running backs finding it difficult to pick up yards also.

Denver Broncos at Seattle Seahawks: Odds, spread and line

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 4:30 p.m. ET.

Money line: Broncos -280 (bet $280 to win $100) | Seahawks +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
Against the spread/ATS: Broncos -6.5, -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Seahawks +6.5, -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Total: 37.5, Over -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Under -110 (bet $110 to win $100)

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ATS: Broncos 9-7 | Seahawks 8-9
O/U: Broncos 8-8 | Seahawks 8-9

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The Broncos are heavy favorites in this game coming in at -280 on the money line. A $10 bet on the Broncos to win outright would return a profit of only $3.57, whereas a $10 bet on the Seahawks would net $22.00 if they were to win.

The Broncos are favored by 6.5 points. For them to cover the spread, they must win by at least seven points. A $10 bet on the Broncos to cover would return a profit of $9.52. If the Seahawks win or lose by six or fewer points, they will cover the spread, with a $10 bet paying out $8.70 in profit.

The Over/Under is set at 37.5 points. For the Over to hit, the teams would need to combine for at least 38 points, which would pay out $9.09 in profit on a $10 wager. The Under requires them to combine for 37 or fewer points with that same $9.09 profit.

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Denver Broncos at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Denver Broncos at Minnesota Vikings preseason Week 1 matchup, with NFL odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Vikings host the Denver Broncos Saturday in the 2021 preseason opener for both teams. Kickoff at U.S. Bank Stadium will be at 4 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Broncos at Vikings odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Broncos and Vikings shared joint practices Wednesday and Thursday and enter their preseason opener quite familiar with one another.

Broncos QB Drew Lock, the incumbent starter from 2020, will start Saturday’s game with offseason-acquisition Teddy Bridgewater in line for the start next week, according to head coach Vic Fangio.

The Vikings won’t have rookie QB Kellen Mond available for the opener as he just returned from the COVID-19 list.

Broncos at Vikings odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 5:59 p.m. ET.

Money line: Broncos -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Vikings +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread/ATS: Broncos -2.5 (-125) | Vikings +2.5 (+100)
Total: 34.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Broncos at Vikings odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Broncos 20, Vikings 13

Money line

Back the BRONCOS (-145) as they enter preseason play with a true QB competition between Lock and Bridgewater. Both should be expected to see extensive playing time each week, and third-stringer Brett Rypien can also contribute later in games after making one start and three total appearances last season.

The Vikings will be without the services of their projected 2021 backup Saturday, leaving Jake Browning, Nate Stanley and Danny Etling to split work behind whatever amount of work Kirk Cousins gets in.

Against the spread

The better bet is to back the BRONCOS -2.5 (-125) to win by 3 or more points against the shorthanded Vikings.

Denver will also be trying to see what they have in second-round rookie RB Javonte Williams to help determine the backfield timeshare with veteran Melvin Gordon in the regular season. When betting preseason football, it’s safest to side with the more motivated offensive group.

Over/Under

Lean to the UNDER 34.5 (-110). It’s by far the safer play with most of the scoring production likely to fall on the right arm of Lock.

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Denver Broncos at Minnesota Vikings odds and lines: Interconference foes kick off preseason

Odds and lines for Saturday’s Denver Broncos at Minnesota Vikings NFL preseason game.

Week 1 of the shortened 2021 NFL preseason schedule features a 10-game Saturday slate and the second game of the day will feature the Denver Broncos visiting the Minnesota Vikings. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET (NFL Network) at U.S. Bank Stadium. Below we look at the Broncos at Vikings odds and lines.

Coming off a 5-11 finish in 2020, the Broncos have endured four straight losing seasons – the franchise’s longest such skid in 50 years – and head coach Vic Fangio is fighting for this job entering his third year at the helm.

Finding a solution at quarterback will go long way toward returning the Broncos back to respectability. Incumbent QB Drew Lock and offseason trade acquisition QB Teddy Bridgewater take their neck-and-neck battle to the live-game stage for the first time Saturday.

Meanwhile, the Vikings have more stability at head coach as Mike Zimmer heads into his 8th season, and at quarterback as Kirk Cousins enters his fourth season. However, things aren’t exactly rosy in the Twin Cities.

Minnesota is coming off a 7-9 finish in 2020 – the franchise’s first losing season since 2014 – and the Vikings have only two division titles and two playoff wins to show for the last 11 seasons.

Broncos at Vikings: Odds, spread and line

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 2:45 p.m. ET.

Money line: Broncos -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Vikings +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Against the spread/ATS: Broncos -2.5, -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Vikings +2.5, -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
Total: 34.5, Over -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Under -115 (bet $115 to win $100)

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2020 Betting stats:

ATS: Broncos 9-7 | Vikings 6-10
O/U: Broncos 8-8 | Vikings 11-5-0

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At -140 on the money line, the Broncos have an implied chance of winning the game outright of 58.33% or 5/7 fractional odds. To cover the point spread and cash as a -115 favorite, Denver must win by 3 or more points.

The Vikings have an implied 46.51% chance of winning outright or 23/20 fractional odds at +115 on the money line. To cover the 2.5-point spread as a -105 underdog Minnesota must win the game outright or lose by 2 or fewer points.

As for the game total, the Broncos and Vikings must score at least 35 combined points for an Over 34.5 (-105) ticket to cash. A combined total of 34 or fewer points is needed for an Under 34.5 (-115) ticket to pay off.

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Las Vegas Raiders at Denver Broncos odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the Las Vegas Raiders at Denver Broncos Week 17 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Las Vegas Raiders (7-8) will close out the season on the road Sunday against the Denver Broncos (5-10) in an AFC West clash. Both teams have been eliminated from playoff contention, so pride and draft positioning are on the line this weekend. Kickoff is set for 4:25 p.m. ET from Empower Field at Mile High. Below, we preview the Raiders-Broncos betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Raiders at Broncos: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 12:40 p.m. ET.

Money line: Raiders -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Broncos +130 (bet $100 to win $130)
Against the spread/ATS: Raiders -2.5 (-115) | Broncos +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under: 50.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Raiders at Broncos: Game notes

The Raiders are riding a three-game losing streak, falling out of playoff contention in the AFC. The Broncos have lost back-to-back games and four of their last five.
In their last 10 meetings, the Raiders are 6-4 straight up and 8-2 ATS vs. Denver, averaging 20.4 points to the Broncos’ 16.4.
The Raiders are 11th in scoring this season and 10th in passing yards. The Broncos rank near the bottom of the league in both categories, sitting 29th in scoring and 28th in passing.
Las Vegas has actually been better on the road than at home this year, going 5-2 away from Allegiant Stadium.
The total has gone Over in five of the Raiders’ last six games, but it has gone Under in five of Denver’s last seven.

Raiders at Broncos: Key injuries

Raiders

OT Trent Brown (knee) out
DE Clelin Ferrell (shoulder) out/IR
G Denzelle Good (ankle) questionable
DT Maurice Hurst (calf) questionable
CB Lamarcus Joyner (thigh) questionable

Broncos

OLB Bradley Chubb (ankle) questionable
WR KJ Hamler (concussion) out
DE Shelby Harris (knee) out/IR
S Trey Marshall (quadriceps) questionable
RB LeVante Bellamy (ankle) questionable
LB Anthony Chickollo (ribs) questionable
G Graham Glasgow (shoulder) questionable

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

Prediction

Raiders 27, Broncos 20

Money line (?)

The Raiders may have blown their shot at the playoffs, but they’re still a much better team than the Broncos, who are depleted on defense. Las Vegas boasts an explosive offense with playmakers such as TE Darren Waller and WR Nelson Agholor, who will be tough for the Broncos to contain.

I like the RAIDERS (-145) to win outright, especially with the reasonable money line price. There’s still plenty of reward with this wager because Vegas isn’t an overwhelming favorite.

Against the spread (?)

The spread is somewhat surprisingly low, coming in at only 2.5 points. The Raiders are above .500 against the spread this season at 8-7 and have covered against the Broncos in eight of their last 10 meetings.

This is a game Las Vegas should win fairly easily. I’m taking the RAIDERS -2.5 (-115) Sunday as they look to cap off a disappointing season with a victory.

Over/Under (?)

The Broncos have one of the worst offenses in the NFL, ranking 29th in scoring. The Raiders defense isn’t anything impressive, but it will do enough to limit Denver’s offense.

Given the recent trends with the Under coming in most often for these two, that’s the way I’m leaning. Take the UNDER 50.5 (-105).

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PODCAST: Who is the most to blame for Raiders’ failures? (Raiders Wire)
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Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Chargers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Chargers Week 16 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Denver Broncos (5-9) and Los Angeles Chargers (5-9) play a traditional AFC West rivalry game Sunday in Week 16, although it is without any playoff implications. Kickoff is at 4:05 p.m. ET at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif. Below, we preview the Broncos-Chargers betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Broncos at Chargers: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 7:22 p.m. ET.

Money line: Broncos +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Chargers -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Broncos +3.5 (-110) | Chargers -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 48.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Broncos at Chargers: Game notes

Chargers QB Justin Herbert is having a fantastic rookie season. He has 3,781 passing yards and 27 touchdown passes against 10 interceptions, and he has rushed for 199 yards and four scores.
The Chargers have won two straight games.
The Broncos won the earlier matchup between the two teams, a 31-30 home victory on the final play of the game.
The Broncos have the fifth-worst scoring offense in the league, averaging only 19.7 points per game. They have scored over 19 points once in the last four games.
The Chargers have the eighth-worst scoring defense in the league, giving up 27.8 points per contest.

Broncos at Chargers: Key injuries

Broncos

LB Bradley Chubb (ankle) questionable
CB Nate Hairston (toe) questionable
RB Phillip Lindsay (hip, knee) out
DL Deshawn Williams (knee) questionable

Chargers

WR Keenan Allen (hamstring) questionable
DE Joey Bosa (shin, concussion) out
LB Denzel Perryman (back) questionable
TE Hunter Henry (COVID-19 reserve) out
DE Uchenna Nwosu (knee) out

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

Prediction

Chargers 27, Broncos 20

Money line (?)

The Chargers are coming off two straight wins and the Broncos have lost three of four. Having already lost to Denver earlier this season, the Chargers will want to pick up a home win. Both teams could be missing their top pass rusher and Denver will be missing its top running back. Expect a Chargers win at home to drop Denver to last place in the AFC West. Take the CHARGERS -190.

Against the spread (?)

Neither team has been a good bet ATS. Denver is 8-6 ATS, while Los Angeles is 7-7. The Chargers, though, have covered the spread in their last two games. Denver has been the underdog in every game it has played this season. Take the CHARGERS -3.5 (-110).

Over/Under (?)

While the two teams combined for 61 points in their last meeting, this won’t be as high-scoring with both missing top offensive weapons. The Broncos are 2-4 O/U in their last six games, while the Chargers are 1-3 O/U in their last four. Take UNDER 48.5 (-105).

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Buffalo Bills at Denver Broncos odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s Buffalo Bills at Denver Broncos Week 15 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Buffalo Bills (10-3) visit the Denver Broncos (5-8) Saturday for a 4:30 p.m. ET kickoff at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. Below, we preview the Bills-Broncos betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Bills at Broncos: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 9:35 a.m. ET.

Money line: Bills -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Broncos +225 (bet $100 to win $225)
Against the spread/ATS: Bills -6 (-110) | Broncos +6 (-110)
Over/Under: 49.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bills at Broncos: Game notes

The Bills are coming off an impressive 26-15 victory on Sunday Night Football over the Pittsburgh Steelers. They won for the sixth time in seven outings while covering the spread for the fifth consecutive contest. The Bills are also averaging 30.8 points per game over their past six games, which is more than three points better than their overall season average of 27.6 PPG which ranks ninth in the NFL.
The Broncos won 32-27 in a road win over the Carolina Panthers last Sunday. It was their second-highest point total of the season. The Broncos have a respectable 2-2 record over their past four games, including a 20-13 win in Week 11 over the playoff-hopeful Miami Dolphins. Denver is also 3-1 ATS across its past four.
The Broncos defense has held them in most games, as they yield just 351.7 total yards per game to rank 16th. While that’s a bit mediocre, they’re ninth in the NFL against the pass, allowing just 220.7 yards per game.
A big reason for the lack of success for the Broncos is their inability to take care of the ball. They have forced just 11 takeaways while posting a league-high 21 interceptions with eight fumbles lost. That’s good for a dismal minus-18 turnover differential, which is eight worse than the next-worst teams.
On the flip side, the Bills have forced 21 turnovers with 19 miscues, good for a plus-2 turnover differential.

Bills at Broncos: Key injuries

Bills

S Jaquan Johnson (ankle) out
TE Lee Smith (knee) questionable

Broncos

OG Graham Glasgow (foot) questionable
RB Melvin Gordon III (shoulder) questionable
RB Phillip Lindsay (hip) questionable
S Trey Marshall (shin) questionable

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

Prediction

Bills 27, Broncos 16

Money line (?)

The Bills (-275) are going to win this game on the road, pushing past the Broncos, who are going nowhere. Risking nearly three times your potential return is not the way to go.

PASS.

Against the spread (?)

The BILLS -6 (-110) are an attractive play under a flat 7, especially on the road. Buffalo has won just two of its past four games on the road, although if you ask anyone in Bills Mafia, they’ll let you know they got jobbed against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 10, a 32-30 loss on a Hail Murray … err, Hail Mary.

The Broncos have posted a 2-4 SU/3-3 ATS mark in six games at Mile High. While their Week 12 game against the Saints can be tossed out, as the NFL left them high and dry without a professional quarterback due to COVID-19 in the QB room, they’re still sub-.500 at home. This is a team which is making strides down the stretch, but they’re not in the same league as the Bills quite yet.

Over/Under (?)

UNDER 49.5 (-105) is the lean, as Buffalo’s defense last week finally looked like its 2019 version, which was championship caliber. The Bills have allowed 18.7 PPG across their past three outings, which is 6 points better than its overall season average of 24.7 PPG allowed.

They’ll force Broncos QB Drew Lock into his share of mistakes, and defense will rule the day in this one.

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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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Also see:

Broncos vs. Panthers injury report: Christian McCaffrey doubtful for Week 14 (Broncos Wire)
Panthers activate 3 more players from reserve/COVID-19 list (Panthers Wire)

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Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs Week 13 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Denver Broncos (4-7) visit the Kansas City Chiefs (10-1) in the Week 13 Sunday Night Football game at 8:20 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Broncos-Chiefs betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Broncos at Chiefs: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:07 a.m. ET.

Money line: Broncos +660 (bet $100 to win $660) / Chiefs -1000 (bet $1,000 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Broncos +14 (-115) | Chiefs -14 (-105)
Over/Under: 50.5 (O: -115 | U: -106)

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Broncos at Chiefs: Game notes

The Broncos (+17) completed just one pass in a 31-3 home loss to the New Orleans Saints late week. Denver had to start rookie WR Kendall Hinton at quarterback because starter Drew Lock and backups Brett Rypien and Blake Bortles were ruled ineligible as high-risk contacts of No. 3 QB Jeff Driskel, who tested positive for COVID-19. Hilton, who was called up from the practice squad and played QB at Wake Forest his first three seasons before moving to WR, completed just 1 of 9 passes for 13 yards with 2 interceptions vs. the Saints. Lock will be back under center to face the Chiefs.
The Chiefs enter on a six-game win streak, recently beating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 27-24 on the road in Week 12. QB Patrick Mahomes threw for 462 yards with 3 touchdowns – all to WR Tyreek Hill (13 catches, 269 yards). KC led 20-7 at the half and 27-10 after three quarters but failed to cover as a 3.5-point favorite when Tampa Bay scored the final points with 4:10 to go.
The Chiefs have won 10 in a row vs. the Broncos, including a 43-16 road victory as 7-point favorites in Week 7. Mahomes threw for 200 yards with 1 touchdown and no picks, while Lock finished with 254 passing yards with no TDs and 2 interceptions. Kansas City S Daniel Sorensen returned one of those picks for a TD, and WR/KR Byron Pringle returned a kickoff for a 102-yard score.
The Broncos last beat the Chiefs in Week 2 of 2015, claiming a 31-24 victory at Kansas City. It was Denver’s seventh consecutive win – and last – in the series.

Betting stats:

ATS: Broncos 6-5 | Chiefs 6-5
O/U: Broncos 5-6 | Chiefs 5-6

Broncos at Chiefs: Key injuries

Broncos

WR Jerry Jeudy (ankle) questionable
RB Phillip Lindsay (knee) questionable
LB Malik Reed (shin) questionable

Chiefs

RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire (illness) questionable
WR/KR Byron Pringle (ankle) out/IR

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

Prediction

Chiefs 35, Broncos 24

Money line (?)

PASS. The Broncos (+660) are not winning and the Chiefs’ -1000 price is too expensive.

Against the spread (?)

DENVER +14 (-115) is worth a small play – half your usual wager. Lock’s return will help the Broncos offense, but the Chiefs are still the much better team. Kansas City scores 31.6 points per game and allows 21.6 PPG. Toss out last week’s loss with Hilton at quarterback and Denver has averaged 20.6 PPG this season.

Look for the Chiefs to jump out to a nice lead before the Broncos pull off a backdoor cover.

Over/Under (?)

The OVER 50.5 (-115) is the STRONGEST PLAY – 1.5 times your usual wager. Kansas City ranks first in the NFL in total yards (425.8) and passing yards (314.5) per game, while its 31.6 PPG ranks second, behind only the Green Bay Packers (31.7).

As long as the Chiefs stick to their average and the Broncos put up 20 points or more, the Over should hit.

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Also see:

President/CEO Ellis on Denver’s COVID-19 situation (Broncos Wire)
Mahomes continues to lead Pro Bowl fan voting (Chiefs Wire)

Johnny’s 2020 NFL record / Strongest plays	17-12-1 / 6-5-1
2019 NFL record / Strongest plays	17-10-1 / 7-4
2020 overall record (all sports)	154-115-3
Strongest plays (all sports)	76-44-1

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New Orleans Saints at Denver Broncos odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the New Orleans Saints at Denver Broncos Week 12 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The New Orleans Saints (8-2) visit the Denver Broncos (4-6) in Week 12 Sunday at 4:05 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Saints-Broncos betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Saints at Broncos: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:25 p.m. ET.

Money line: Saints -1250 (bet $1,250 to win $100) | Broncos +770 (bet $100 to win $770)
Against the spread/ATS: Saints -16.5 (-110) | Broncos +16.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 36.5 (O: -115 | U: -106)

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Saints at Broncos: Game notes

A story broke Saturday afternoon that the Broncos will not have an available quarterback to face the Saints, according to sources. Starter Drew Lock and backups Brett Rypien and Blake Bortles were sent home from a Saturday practice when the NFL deemed them high-risk contacts of No. 3 QB Jeff Driskel, who tested positive for COVID-19 Thursday. Practice squad WR Kendall Hinton will draw the start under center. Hinton was a QB at Wake Forest.
The NFC South-leading Saints have won 7 games in a row, recently defeating the Atlanta Falcons 24-9 at home in Week 11. QB Taysom Hill made his first career start under center, filling in for an injured Drew Brees. Hill completed 18 of 23 pass attempts for 233 yards with no interceptions, while rushing for a game-high 49 yards and 2 touchdowns. The defense continued to excel, finishing with 8 sacks and yielding 248 total yards (52 rushing, 196 passing).
The Broncos are coming off a 20-13 upset victory vs. the Miami Dolphins in Week 11 – Denver was a 4-point home underdog with a +170 money line. The win snapped a two-game skid as RB Melvin Gordon (game-high 84 rushing yards) ran for 2 TDs and Lock (18 of 30) threw for 270 yards with no TDs and 1 pick. The defense finished with 6 sacks and allowed only 223 total yards (56 rushing, 167 passing).
The Saints are 5-5 ATS, covering 3 in a row after failing to cover 3 in a row.
The Broncos are 6-4 ATS, but are 1-2 in the last 3.
Behind their defense, the Saints have played 3 Unders in a row after opening the season with 7 consecutive Overs. The defense ranks third in total yards per game (302.2), second in rushing YPG (74.3) and ninth in points per game (22.2).
Offensively, the Saints are sixth in PPG (29.5) and eighth in rushing YPG (125.3).
The Broncos are 5-5 vs. the O/U and average 20.6 PPG to rank 28th. Their defense isn’t terrible, allowing 346.3 YPG to rank 13th, but it allows 26.7 PPG to rank 21st.
Denver leads the all-time series 9-2, winning the last 5 – most recently, a 25-23 victory at New Orleans in 2016. The Saints’ last win in the series was in 1994.

Saints at Broncos: Key injuries

Saints

OT Terron Armstead (COVID-19) out
WR Deonte Harris (neck) out
OL Andrus Peat (concussion) out
RB Ty Montgomery (hamstring) out

Broncos

QB Blake Bortles (contact tracing) out
CB Bryce Callahan (foot) questionable
OL Demar Dotson (calf/hand) questionable
QB Jeff Driskel (COVID-19) out
OL Graham Glasgow (calf) questionable
WR Jerry Jeudy (ankle/Achilles) questionable
QB Drew Lock (contact tracing) out
QB Brett Rypien (contact tracing) out
LB Joseph Jones (calf) questionable
DT Sylvester Williams (elbow) questionable

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

Prediction

Saints 27, Broncos 9

Money line (?)

AVOID. The Broncos (+770) had an impressive win last week vs. the Dolphins, but they’re not pulling off back-to-back upsets here. The Saints (-1250) are much better than the ‘Phins. However, I’m NOT LAYING -1250 and will focus on the spread below.

Against the spread (?)

NEW ORLEANS -16.5 (-110) is the STRONGEST PLAY – 1.5 times your usual wager. The Saints are clicking and Hill’s running capabilities add another weapon to the offense. Meanwhile, the defense will be the toughest Denver will have faced this season.

With Hinton starting at QB for the Broncos, lay the points, even if the line climbs to 17. This will be a blowout.

Over/Under (?)

Back the UNDER 36.5 (-106). New Orleans’ defense has allowed 25 points, including just one TD, in the last three games. I’ll be surprised if Denver finds the end zone more than once Sunday.

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Also see:

New Orleans hasn’t won in Denver since 1994 (Saints Wire)
Denver players react to not having a QB for Sunday (Broncos Wire)

Johnny’s 2020 NFL record / Strongest plays	13-10-1 / 4-4-1
2019 NFL record / Strongest plays	17-10-1 / 7-4
2020 overall record (all sports)	150-111-3
Strongest plays (all sports)	74-42-1

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