2019 Bills opponents: Jets, Le’Veon Bell frustrations growing

The Buffalo Bills’ 2019 opponent, the New York Jets, have a growing problem with running back Le’Veon Bell.

The Bills need a win and they’re in the 2019 playoffs, one way or another.

With three games left, the Buffalo will have a chance to defeat the Steelers, Patriots, and another AFC East rival, the Jets, to clinch that postseason berth.

If it comes down to the Jets in their season finale, they’ll be facing a team that has had continual growing levels of frustration from one of their most talented players, running back Le’Veon Bell.

Up until recently, Bell’s frustrations were known, but he hasn’t been a distraction. Now he is.

As Jets Wire reports, Bell, who missed Week 14 due to the flu, was actually spotted bowling the same weekend he sat out, just a few days ago.

Now the Jets running back got behind the microphones and spoke his mind. He doesn’t think he’s getting his touches, something everyone has known to be true.

“Honestly, no. I think that’s just being in a new system, with new guys up front, a new coaching staff,” Bell told reporters on Tuesday. “I’m with a new organization. Everything kind of takes time, I understand that. That’s why I’ve always been patient.

“But to be honest with you, no. I feel like when I do, I’ll be back to what people are used to seeing.”

With his comments, Bell appears to be walking the line with the Jets. Could the former All-Pro be one-and-done in New York? It seems so. While he complained about touches in a calm tone, those are still complaints.

Per various reports, New York head coach Adam Gase never wanted to sign him, that was the work of former GM Mike Maccagnan. At this year’s trade deadline, other rumors suggested the Jets were trying to trade Bell.

But with the Bills in mind, how will Bell’s temperament be in three weeks when his team rounds out the regular season in Buffalo? Could his distraction lead to an easy win for the Bills, in a potential must-win scenario for the Bills?

Most in the western New York region will hope that’s not the case for the Bills, but if it is, those same folks will welcome any pending distractions for the Jets in that one.

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2019 Bills opponents: Jets defense, Sam Darnold banged up

The Jets aren’t in the running for the AFC playoff picture after their loss to the Bengals last week.

The Jets aren’t in the running for the AFC playoff picture after their loss to the Bengals last week. But they still will play an impact on the Bills because the AFC East rivals will roundout the 2019 regular season against one another in Week 17.

In the past few days, the Jets have had a whirlwind of injury news come about around their camp.

First, quarterback Sam Darnold discussed a couple of lingering issues he’s had as of late. The second-year QB played through a knee injury in the Bengals loss, per Jets Wire. However, the outlet notes Darnold said “I’m not concerned with (the injury).”

For now, Darnold will stay under center, but with three games separating the Bills and Jets, Darnold’s health is something to watch. If the Bills need a “win and in” scenario in Week 17, no Darnold would be big news.

But there’s a better chance the Jets could be without two star defenders in Week 17. First, CJ Mosley’s season is over. Their marquee defensive signing of the summer is now on the injury reserve list due to a groin injury. He played in only two games this season and didn’t finish either.

In addition, safety Jamal Adams could miss the Bills meeting as well. He suffered a sprained ankle injury in their loss to the Bengals and was listed as “week-to-week” per head coach Adam Gase. If the Jets continue to lose, they could decide just to shut their star defensive back down.

Missing three would be a big advantage for the Bills.

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New York Jets at Cincinnati Bengals odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s New York Jets at Cincinnati Bengals sports betting odds and lines, with Week 13 NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The New York Jets (4-7) and Cincinnati Bengals (0-11) meet at 1 p.m. ET Sunday at Paul Brown Stadium. We analyze the Jets-Bengals sports betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks and tips for the Week 13 matchup.

Jets at Bengals: Week 13 preview, betting trends and notes

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The Bengals turned back to QB Andy Dalton under center after ‘evaluating’ QB Ryan Finley over the past three games. The offense averaged 11.0points per game under Finley, while posting 18.0 PPG with Dalton under center.
Cincinnati has hit the Under in five of the past six games, and seven of the past nine.
The Bengals are a dismal 2-5 against the spread in the past seven games against losing teams and 1-7 ATS in the past eight at home vs. teams with a losing road mark.
The Over cashed in four of the past five for the Jets while going 4-1 in the past five overall and 4-0 in their past four against losing teams.
The Under is 5-1 in Cincinnati’s past six overall and 33-16-2 its past 51 vs. AFC teams.
The Jets rank 31st in the NFL in total yards per game (262.1), passing yards per game (188.5) and rushing yards per game (73.5), but they have scored exactly 34 points in each of the past three outings.

Jets at Bengals: Key injuries

Jets: WR Demaryius Thomas (hamstring) is questionable.

Bengals: WR A.J. Green (ankle) remains out.

Jets at Bengals: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 3:45 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Jets 23, Bengals 17

Moneyline (?)

The JETS (-167) are expected to add to the misery of the Bengals (+135) and keep them with a goose egg in the win column. The way QB Sam Darnold and the offense have been operating lately, there’s no reason to believe they can’t top these winless Bengals.

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Against the Spread (?)

The JETS (-3.5, +105) opened a little higher, but the public has been all over the Bengals (+3.5, -125). Perhaps they like the fact Dalton is back, perhaps they’re just going on percentages that the Bengals have to win sooner or later. Either way, take the Jets. It’s always pleasing to go against the public.

Over/Under (?)

Pass. The projected total of 41.5 (-115) is perfect for this game. If Darnold and the offense do what they have the past few weeks, this is an easy Over play. But when do the Jets ever do what they’re supposed to do and live up to their potential?

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Raiders’ drive of the game in blowout loss against Jets

The Raiders had one last chance to get back in the game against the Jets but faltered on this week’s agonizing drive of the game.

Having been dominated for more than one half of football, the Raiders were trailing the Jets 20-3. Oakland took the ball with plenty of time to mount a comeback — just under 13 minutes to play in the third quarter — thanks to a quick score by New York to open that period of play.

On 3rd and 7, after a run for no gain by running back Josh Jacobs and a short pass to tight end Foster Moreau, Carr scrambled beautifully for 11 yards and a first down. Jacobs broke loose for seven yards on the next play, and it appeared the Raiders’ rushing attack would get on track against a stout Jets run defense, which would open up coach Jon Gruden’s playbook.

On 2nd and 3, however, center Rodney Hudson committed a holding penalty on a 2-yard loss by Jacobs, and Oakland was behind the sticks. But Carr found wide receiver Hunter Renfrow who made two defenders miss on his way to an impressive 11-yard reception, setting up a 3rd-and-2 play.

Gruden called Jacobs’ number. He ran forward behind pulling guard, Richie Incognito, and fell with the football right at the line to gain. After a suspect spot of the football, it was 4th-and-1. Gruden didn’t hesitate, and ran yet again, this time with fullback Alec Ingold, the Raiders’ short-yardage specialist.

Ingold was stopped just short of the line, on a play that saw Jacobs motion out of the backfield, removing an element of surprise for the run defense. It was clear who would get the ball. Additionally, the rookie fullback was offset to the right, and ran, for what seemed like forever, to the interior left, when it appeared there was just enough room up the middle for the needed yardage.

One play later, after a lost challenge from Gruden, New York pulled off a double-reverse flea-flicker on its way to another touchdown and the rout was on. It was a dismal day for the Raiders, and this drive was their last hurrah. It didn’t go well, just like the entire day, and the squad might be wise to throw the game film in the dumpster and prepare for their upcoming game against the Chiefs right away.

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Games to watch for Chiefs fans in Week 12

Pay attention to these games during Week 12 of the 2019 season if you’re a Chiefs fan.

The Kansas City Chiefs have their bye week during Week 12.

That means you can spend your entire football Sunday watching other teams around the NFL compete. With only six weeks left in the regular season, you’ll want to keep a closer eye on the AFC West and the rest of the AFC. You can check out the box scores or watch the RedZone Channel on your Fubo.tv account (try it for free).

Here are the top games for Chiefs fans to keep an eye on in Week 12:

Broncos at Bills – noon CT

The Denver Broncos have done a very poor job of closing out games this season. Right now, the Broncos are playing for next season, trying to find some success to propel them into the offseason. They’ll look to get back on track against the Buffalo Bills and play spoiler to their AFC playoff hopes.

The Bills are probably one of the surprise success stories of this season. They’re a confusing team because at one point it looked like they might be able to hang with the Patriots. Since then they have losses to the struggling Eagles and the Browns. They’re in the thick of the AFC playoff race and could challenge the Chiefs for seeding. This is one where you have a free pass to root for the Broncos.

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Oakland Raiders at New York Jets odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Oakland Raiders at New York Jets sports betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Oakland Raiders (6-4) square off with the New York Jets (3-7) at 1 p.m. ET Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. We analyze the Raiders-Jets sports betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks and tips for the Week 12 matchup.

Raiders at Jets: Week 12 preview, betting trends and notes

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The Raiders rank 11th in total yards (371.7) per game on offense. They’re 14th in passing yards (343.5) and ninth in rushing yards (128.2) per game.
Oakland’s passing defense ranks 28th in the NFL, yielding 264.1 yards per game.
New York Jets QB Sam Darnold threw for a career-high four touchdown passes last week in a win at the Washington Redskins.
The Raiders have scored 23.3 points per game in four games on the road this season, hitting the Over in three of those outings.
This is Oakland’s first appearance in the Eastern Time Zone this season.
The Jets have posted 34 points in each of the past two games, and the Over is 4-0 in the past four games for New York.

Raiders at Jets: Key injuries

Raiders DB Lamarcus Joyner (hamstring) is considered questionable while OT David Sharpe (calf) has been ruled out.

Jets: LB C.J. Mosley (groin) has been ruled out. S Matthias Farley (quadriceps), CB Darryl Roberts (calf) and LB Paul Worrilow (quadriceps) are considered doubtful. WR Demaryius Thomas (hamstring) is the only skill-position player listed as questionable.