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Kansas City Chiefs at Cleveland Browns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Kansas City Chiefs at Cleveland Browns odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Kansas City Chiefs (12-1) meet the Cleveland Browns (3-10) for a Week 15 matchup Sunday at Huntington Bank Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Chiefs vs. Browns odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Chiefs have won back-to-back games over the Las Vegas Raiders and LA Chargers by a 19-17 score. Kansas City has failed to cover the past 7 games, last cashing as a 2-point underdog in Week 7 in San Francisco. The Chiefs opened 5-1 against the spread (ATS), but it is now 5-8 ATS.

Kansas City has cashed the Under in back-to-back games, while going 7-4 in the past 11 outings.

The Browns lost 27-14 loss to the Steelers in Pittsburgh last Sunday as a 6.5-point underdog. Cleveland is just 1-4 SU/ATS in the past 5 games. The Over has cashed in 3 of the past 4 outings, although the total went low last time out Sunday against the Steelers.

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Chiefs at Browns odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NFL odds. Lines last updated Saturday at 9:02 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Chiefs -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Browns +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
Against the spread: Chiefs -4 (-110) | Browns +4 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chiefs at Browns key injuries

Chiefs

WR Marquise Brown (shoulder) out
PK Harrison Butker (knee) questionable
OT D.J. Humphries (hamstring) doubtful

Browns

OT Joel Bitonio (back) questionable
DT Mike Hall Jr. (knee) questionable
CB Myles Harden (tibia) questionable
LB Khaleke Hudson (abdomen) questionable
TE David Njoku (hamstring) questionable
WR Cedric Tillman (concussion) out

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Chiefs at Browns picks and predictions

Prediction

Chiefs 25, Browns 19

Moneyline

The Chiefs (-225) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk.

Kansas City just locked up the AFC West Division last week, so might there be a bit of a hangover this week? Might the hunger not be there? The Chiefs are still vying for the No. 1 overall seed, so that talk might be a bit overrated.

PASS.

Against the spread

It’s tough to back the CHIEFS -4 (-110), as they’re 0-7 ATS in the previous 7 outings. Kansas City is on the road, and playing a Browns +4 (-110) team which has sprung a couple of upsets at Huntington Bank Field against the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers.

The fact Njoku carries a questionable tag for Cleveland is what makes the Browns so risky. He has been a security blanket for QB Jameis Winston, who will already be without emerging WR Cedric Tillman. The Chiefs have the talent to make up for certain losses, but the Browns do not.

Over/Under

OVER 41.5 (-115) is worth a look, but don’t get carried away.

The Over is 3-1 in the past 4 games, with the Browns offense going for 23.3 PPG in the past 3 games, while allowing 24 or more points in 5 of the past 6 outings.

The Over has cashed in 3 in a row on the road for the Chiefs, averaging 26.5 PPG in the past 4 away games. The Chiefs have allowed 28.5 PPG in the past 2 road outings, too.

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LA Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s LA Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The AFC West takes over Sunday Night Football in Week 14 when the LA Chargers (8-4) visit the Kansas City Chiefs (11-1). Kickoff from GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium is scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Chargers vs. Chiefs odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Kansas City looks to sweep the 2-game season series, following a 17-10 victory at SoFi Stadium in Week 4, a comeback win during which the Chiefs scored 17 unanswered points.

The Chiefs survived Week 13 with a 19-17 win over the Las Vegas Raiders due to a controversial game-ending call that allowed the Chiefs to decline a penalty and register a turnover. Kansas City has won 2 straight games following its Week 11 loss vs. the Buffalo Bills.

LA has cemented its likely control of a playoff spot with 5 wins across its last 6 games, most recently outlasting the Atlanta Falcons 17-13 Dec. 1.

Will Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid hold off the visiting Justin Herbert and Jim Harbaugh? And how should Chargers vs. Chiefs bettors handle this card?

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Chargers at Chiefs odds

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Moneyline (ML): Chargers +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Chiefs -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Chargers +4 (-110) | Chiefs -4 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chargers at Chiefs key injuries

Chargers

S Tony Jefferson (leg) questionable
OLB Khalil Mack (rest) probable
WR Ladd McConkey (knee/shoulder) questionable

Chiefs

TE Noah Gray (shoulder) probable
T Jawaan Taylor (knee) questionable

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Chargers at Chiefs picks and predictions

Prediction

Chargers 23, Chiefs 20

Moneyline

Despite the Chiefs’ nearly spotless regular-season record, Mahomes has looked more human than any other time during this Chiefs dynasty run.

The Bolts’ defensive talent is set up to give him fits once again, especially if Taylor won’t manage to suit up, which should help the pass rush.

The Chargers that Kansas City has faced in the recent past have been undisciplined and injury-riddled. This writer views the Chiefs’ fortune and the Chargers’ newfound success as the perfect opportunity to predict a road upset.

FanDuel Sportsbook offers a more favorable ML price as of publication time, though.

BET CHARGERS +176 at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Against the spread

Despite the Chiefs’ need to escape many games with a fortunate win, markets have overestimated their ability to cover lines this season; Kansas City sits at just 5-7 ATS, including a meager 2-4 at Arrowhead.

With Harbaugh’s direction and relative team health compared to previous seasons, LA has remained competitive in just about every game with an 8-4 ATS mark. That comes with an equal 4-2 in each of the home/road splits.

The Chargers will at least keep this close by preventing Mahomes from attacking with deep passes, something he’s struggled to achieve for much of this season.

Finally boasting some adept coaching to elevate its elite talent, LA will cover. Bettors who aren’t as confident in a straight-up win can opt for taking the points instead as the best bet of the week in this matchup.

BET CHARGERS +4 (-110).

Over/Under

The Chargers lead the NFL in scoring defense, allowing just 15.7 points per game. Kansas City ranks 8th (19.6).

Neither team has run the ball exceptionally. The Chargers rank 18th (122.9 yards per game); the Chiefs reside at 19th (111.8).

However, 2 major potential wrenches in betting the Over: (1) McConkey being ruled inactive, and (2) the Chiefs leaning more frequently on RB Isiah Pacheco as he works back in more frequently following his Week 13 return from injured reserve.

Though I could suggest the Over so bettors have more outs — plus the push of the projected total above — the number is too tight. I can envision it breaking either way without much confidence in a direction.

PASS.

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Las Vegas Raiders at Kansas City Chiefs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Las Vegas Raiders at Kansas City Chiefs odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Las Vegas Raiders (2-9) lock up with the Kansas City Chiefs (10-1) on Black Friday. Kickoff from GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium is set for 3 p.m. EST (Prime Video). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Raiders vs. Chiefs odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Raiders enter Arrowhead on a 7-game losing streak, recently falling to the Denver Broncos 29-19 last Sunday. They failed to cover as 5-point home underdogs as the Over (41.5) hit. QB Gardner Minshew threw for 230 yards, 1 TD and 1 INT before his season ended with a clavicle injury. QB Aidan O’Connell (thumb) comes off IR to start this week.

The Chiefs continue to win but continue to allow the other side to cover. They prevailed 30-27 on a walk-off field goal as 11-point favorites at the Carolina Panthers in Week 12. QB Patrick Mahomes had one of his best games of the season with 269 passing yards, 3 TDs and 60 rushing yards, which was a season high. TE Noah Gray caught 2 of those TDs among his 4 grabs for 66 yards. They’ll get RB Isiah Pacheco (leg) and DE Charles Omenihu (knee) back for this one.

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Raiders at Chiefs odds

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Moneyline (ML): Raiders +525 (bet $100 to win $525) | Chiefs -750 (bet $750 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Raiders +13 (-115) | Chiefs -13 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Raiders at Chiefs key injuries

Raiders

CB Jakorian Bennett (shoulder) out/injured reserve (IR)
CB Nate Hobbs (ankle) out
RB Alexander Mattison (ankle) questionable
QB Gardner Minshew (collarbone) out/IR
RB Zamir White (quadricep) out

Chiefs

PK Spencer Shrader (hamstring) out

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Raiders at Chiefs picks and predictions

Prediction

Chiefs 20, Raiders 17

Moneyline

The Chiefs have won 6 of the last 7 games vs. the Raiders, including the first meeting this season, a 27-20 victory at home in Week 8. However, they failed to cover as 8.5-point favorites with the Over (43) cashing. Last December, Las Vegas pulled off a 20-14 upset as an 11-point underdog in Kansas City on Christmas Day — Under (40.5) hit in this one.

While the Chiefs might be 10-1, they have flirted with disaster against the spread as they’ve failed to cover in 5 straight games — despite winning 4 of them.

There is no moneyline wager here. Instead, I’m keying on Raiders TE BROCK BOWERS OVER 57.5 RECEIVING YARDS (-115). In the 2 games O’Connell threw 20 passes, Bowers was targeted 12 and 10 times and had 97 and 71 receiving yards.

Against the spread

I love LAS VEGAS +13 (-115). The Chiefs have failed to put some bad teams away and as mentioned, have gone 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games. Raiders DE Maxx Crosby drives Mahomes crazy in the pocket. It’s expected to be cold, and this should be a game dominated by running backs. This has a good chance to hit. I personally took Raiders +13.5 earlier in the week.

Over/Under

This is a close call. It’s expected to be 36 degrees at kickoff. The Over is 7-3 in the last 10 head-to-head meetings. We’ve only had 1 meeting in KC in winter conditions since 2021, and that finished 20-14. That’s what I am feeling here, despite KC being 4-1 O/U in the last 5 and Vegas 4-0 O/U in their last 4.

TAKE UNDER 42.5 (-110).

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Kansas City Chiefs at Carolina Panthers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Kansas City Chiefs at Carolina Panthers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Kansas City Chiefs (9-1) meet the Carolina Panthers (3-7) in a Week 12 matchup Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Chiefs vs. Panthers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Chiefs are likely angry after suffering their first loss of the season in Buffalo last week 30-21 against the Bills. Kansas City failed to cover for the fourth consecutive game last week, too, and it is 1-2-1 against the spread (ATS) in the past 4 road contests. The Over has cashed in 3 of the past 4 outings.

The Panthers have picked up outright wins in the past 2 games against the New Orleans Saints in Charlotte, and against the New York Giants in Munich, Germany. Carolina is coming off a bye week. The Over has cashed in 6 of the past 8 outings for the Panthers.

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Chiefs at Panthers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NFL odds. Lines last updated at 12:08 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Chiefs -700 (bet $700 to win $100) | Panthers +500 (bet $100 to win $500)
Against the spread (ATS): Chiefs -11 (-110) | Panthers +11 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chiefs at Panthers key injuries

Chiefs

No notable injuries

Panthers

DE Jadeveon Clowney (knee) questionable
WR Jalen Coker (quadriceps) questionable
PK Eddy Pineiro (knee) questionable
RB Miles Sanders (ankle) out
WR Adam Thielen (hamstring) questionable

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Chiefs at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Chiefs 32, Panthers 16

Moneyline

The Chiefs (-700) will cost you 7 times your potential return, which is way too expensive. Even as part of a multi-leg parlay, including Kansas City would suck all of the value out of your ticket.

AVOID.

Against the spread

Backing a double-digit favorite on the road is always risky business, but the CHIEFS -11 (-110) are worth a look. This is a team which suffered its first loss last week in Buffalo, and it will head to Charlotte with anger and attitude.

The Panthers +11 (-110) are coming off a bye, but they’re the team with several injuries, while the Chiefs head into this game with no key players on the injury report.

Over/Under

OVER 43 (-110) is a good play in this AFC vs. NFC battle in the Queen City.

Carolina’s defense has really struggled this season, particularly against the rush. Kansas City should do most of the heavy lifting to cash the Over.

The Panthers have cashed high in 6 of the past 8 games, with Carolina allowing 22 or more points in 9 of 10 games this season. The Over has cashed in Carolina’s past 3 tries against AFC teams, too.

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Kansas City Chiefs at Buffalo Bills odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Kansas City Chiefs at Buffalo Bills odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Kansas City Chiefs (9-0) renew their rivalry with the Buffalo Bills (8-2) Sunday. Kickoff from Highmark Stadium is set for 4:25 p.m. EST (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Chiefs vs. Bills odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Chiefs remain undefeated after cashing in a miracle last week in a 16-14 victory over the Denver Broncos. Denver rushed down the field and milked the clock to stage a 35-yard chip shot to win it as 7-point dogs, but KC blocked it to keep their streak alive. QB Patrick Mahomes threw for 266 yardsand a TD.

Buffalo won its fifth straight, covering as 4.5-point favorites in Indianapolis, to beat the Colts 30-20. QB Josh Allen was 22-for-37 for 280 yards, 0 TDs and 2 INTs, but ran in his first score in 4 weeks. RB James Cook added 80 rushing yards and a score.

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Chiefs at Bills odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NFL odds. Lines last updated at 12:33 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Chiefs +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Bills -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Chiefs +2 (-110) | Bills -2 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 46 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chiefs at Bills key injuries

Chiefs

DE Charles Omenihu (knee) out
RB Isiah Pacheco (ankle) out

Bills

OT Spencer Brown (ankle) questionable
WR Keon Coleman (wrist) out
WR Amari Cooper (wrist) questionable
TE Dalton Kincaid (knee) out
LB Matt Milano (biceps) out

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Chiefs at Bills picks and predictions

Prediction

Bills 24, Chiefs 20

Moneyline

The Bills are missing a couple of key starters in Coleman and Kincaid, but Mahomes is really gimpy in the pocket with ankle and hip issues for KC. WR DeAndre Hopkins also popped up on the injury report this week with a knee issue.

This is going to be a gritty game where the running backs will be key. Allen’s legs to extend plays and get out of the pocket while Mahomes is a bit compromised physically is what turns the tables here.

You can take the Bills -130, but I prefer the spread. I would shift gears to JAMES COOK OVER 58.5 RUSHING YARDS (-120) or PATRICK MAHOMES UNDER 20.5 RUSHING YARDS (-110).

Against the spread

I’m all over BILLS -2 (-110) here. The Bills have won the last 3 regular-season meetings, but the Chiefs disposed of them in the last 3 playoff meetings. This is the number to strike at. The weather is going to be a little iffy (see below), and the running game + Allen’s legs will be the difference maker.

Over/Under

It’s expected to be in the high 40s with winds picking up to over 20 mph later in the game. There could also be light showers early on.

As such, take the UNDER 46.5 (-110). The last 5 finals in the regular season have been: 37, 44, 58, 43 and 26.

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Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Denver Broncos (5-4) face the Kansas City Chiefs (8-0) Sunday. Kickoff from GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Broncos vs. Chiefs odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Broncos are coming off their worst loss of the season, getting blown out 41-10 at the Baltimore Ravens Nov. 3 as 9-point underdogs. The loss snapped a 2-game winning streak. They are 5-2 in their last 7 games.

The Chiefs played another 1-score game Monday, winning 30-24 in OT against the visiting Tampa Bay Buccaneers as 8.5-point favorites.

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Broncos at Chiefs odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NFL odds. Lines last updated Saturday at 3:25 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Broncos +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Chiefs -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Broncos +7.5 (-105) | Chiefs -7.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 42 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Broncos at Chiefs key injuries

Broncos

LB Drew Sanders (Achilles) out

Chiefs

WR Hollywood Brown (shoulder) out
WR JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring) out

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Broncos at Cardinals picks and predictions

Prediction

Chiefs 24, Broncos 20

Moneyline

The Chiefs (-400) have won 14 consecutive games dating back to last season, including the postseason. They have won 9 of the last 10 meetings with the Broncos.

There doesn’t seem to be any stopping the Chiefs right now, and QB Patrick Mahomes is coming off his best game of the season. He had 3 TD passes, and for the first time this season, he was not picked off.

I’m not picking against the Chiefs at home, and -400 is not even worth looking at.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Chiefs have won by 7 or fewer points in 6 of their 8 wins this season.

Three of the Broncos’ 4 losses have been by 7 or fewer points.

Denver’s defense only allows 17.9 points per game. The Chiefs only allow 18.4.

This has the promise of a low-scoring, tight game.

BET BRONCOS +7.5 (-105).

Over/Under

Only 42 points for the projected total is low.

Both meetings last season between these teams did not even reach 40 points.

The last 3 games for both teams have surpassed the 42-point projection.

BET OVER 42 (-110).

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Kansas City Chiefs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Kansas City Chiefs odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The NFL’s only remaining undefeated team, the Kansas City Chiefs (7-0), hosts the injury-riddled Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-4) during the Week 9 edition of Monday Night Football at 8:15 p.m. ET (ABC/ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Buccaneers vs. Chiefs odds and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Kansas City dispatched its AFC West-rival Las Vegas Raiders 27-20 in Week 8 to preserve this unblemished campaign. Though he’s not lighting up the boxscores, Patrick Mahomes is doing just enough to complement one of the NFL’s top defenses and sustain momentum for a possible Super Bowl 3-peat.

Conversely, the Bucs have lost 3 of their past 4 games as injuries mount on the offensive side — the latest downfall being last weekend’s 31-26 defeat against fellow NFC Southers the Atlanta Falcons.

WR Chris Godwin‘s season-ending dislocated ankle injury was followed by WR Mike Evans‘ hamstring injury that likely will keep him out through the Week 11 bye. However much you believe in QB Baker Mayfield’s ascension, a prime-time assignment in one of the toughest road environments against the 2-time defending champions is a challenge.

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Buccaneers at Chiefs odds

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Moneyline (ML): Buccaneers +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Chiefs -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Buccaneers +9 (-110) | Chiefs -9 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Buccaneers at Chiefs key injuries

Buccaneers

WR Mike Evans (hamstring) out
RB Bucky Irving (toe) questionable
WR Jalen McMillan (hamstring) questionable
WR Sterling Shepard (hamstring) questionable
S Antoine Winfield (foot) questionable

Chiefs

WR JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring) out

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Buccaneers at Chiefs picks and predictions

Prediction

Chiefs 27, Buccaneers 20

Moneyline

The Buccaneers are built to remain competitive even without a pair of star offensive playmakers, so Vegas has not awarded them overwhelming ML value.

Betting on any moneyline juice above (-200) doesn’t entice me. KC (-450) … beyond a gimme parlay leg, who cares?

PASS.

Against the spread

Expect TB to reverse the 2-4 ATS trend across its past 6 games. Market perception centered around a hostile trip to Arrowhead Stadium has helped balloon the spread to nearly 10 points.

Failure to cover against Las Vegas dropped the Chiefs to 5-2 ATS. The Raiders make Baker’s Bucs look like Tom Brady’s.

Tampa Bay boasts enough weapons on offense, including emerging TE Cade Otton and a talented backfield with headliners Rachaad White and Bucky Irving (if active), to keep a closer-than-expected pace with Kelce and co. and avoid a blowout defeat.

Expect a back-door cover from Tampa Bay in the closing minutes.

BET BUCS +9 (-110).

Over/Under

The absences of Godwin and Evans would, on paper, limit Tampa Bay’s ability to compete with the likes of Kelce and the pass-catching Chiefs crew.

While the Chiefs are a mere 3-4 on the Over, the Bucs rank among the top clubs at 6-2 O/U and surpassed their Week 8 total against Atlanta during Evans’ first missed contest.

Thanks to OC Liam Coen’s adaptability for Mayfield’s gameplan, both teams provide a clear path to putting up plenty of points.

The Bucs offer the league’s friendliest pass defense, which should elevate Mahomes. Plus, my call on a last-ditch Buccaneers scoring charge to hit ATS also nudges me to bet optimistically on the total.

BET OVER 45.5 (-110).

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Kansas City Chiefs at Las Vegas Raiders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Kansas City Chiefs at Las Vegas Raiders odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The unbeaten Kansas City Chiefs (6-0) are on the road in Week 8 for a AFC West matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders (2-5). Kickoff Sunday from Allegiant Stadium is at 4:25 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Chiefs vs. Raiders odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Chiefs have won 13 straight games since last season, including the postseason. They are coming off a 28-18 road win over the San Francisco 49ers as 2-point underdogs in a Super Bowl rematch. QB Patrick Mahomes threw 2 picks, but the Kansas City defense picked off 49ers QB Brock Purdy 3 times. KC acquired WR DeAndre Hopkins this week.

The Raiders have lost 3 straight games. Last week, they covered the 7.5-point spread as underdogs in a 20-15 road loss to the LA Rams.

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Chiefs at Raiders odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NFL odds. Lines last updated Saturday at 10:08 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Chiefs -500 (bet $500 to win $100) | Raiders +375 (bet $100 to win $375)
Against the spread (ATS): Chiefs -9 (-120) | Raiders +9 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chiefs at Raiders key injuries

Chiefs

DE Mike Danna (pectoral) out
WR JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring) out

Raiders

TE Harrison Bryant (elbow) questionable
LB Tommy Eichenberg (quad) questionable
LB Kana’i Mauga (knee) questionable
WR Jakobi Meyers (ankle) questionable
OL Dylan Parham (foot) out

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Chiefs at Raiders picks and predictions

Prediction

Chiefs 30, Raiders 13

Moneyline

The Raiders have only won 1 of the last 7 meetings with the Chiefs. They have not reached 20 points in 3 straight weeks while the Chiefs have not allowed an opponent to reach 20 points in their last 4.

The Chiefs are heavy favorites and should win this game, and the addition of Hopkins to their receiver room only makes them better. But don’t consider betting the -500 odds unless you include it in a parlay bet.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Chiefs’ last 2 wins have been by double digits while 3 of the Raiders’ 5 losses have been by double digits.

BET CHIEFS -9 (-120).

Over/Under

The Chiefs have not scored 30 points in a game yet this season, but scored 26 and 28 points in their last 2 games.

The Raiders are 29th in scoring defense. Four of their games this season have surpassed 41 points (3 of the Chiefs’ games have).

But with Hopkins adding dynamic playmaking to the receiver room, Mahomes’ streak of getting picked off every game this season will end and they will eclipse the 30-point mark.

BET OVER 41.5 (-110).

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Kansas City Chiefs at San Francisco 49ers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Kansas City Chiefs at San Francisco 49ers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Kansas City Chiefs (5-0) take on the San Francisco 49ers (3-3) Sunday afternoon. Kickoff from Levi’s Stadium is set for 4:25 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Chiefs vs. 49ers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The defending champs have dealt with a slew of injuries, and QB Patrick Mahomes really has not been himself thus far. Yet, they sit at 5-0. Before their Week 6 bye, they dispatched the New Orleans Saints 26-13. Mahomes threw for 331 yards, 0 TDs and 1 INT. RB Kareem Hunt rushed 27 times for 102 yards and a score.

Niners coach Kyle Shanahan is 0-4 against Chiefs coach Andy Reid. That includes 2 regular-season matchups and 2 Super Bowls. You had better believe that Shanahan is aware of that. RB Jordan Mason (shoulder) left last week’s game — and killed a parlay for me — with a sprained AC joint. He made it back to a full practice Friday and will be able to go. The Niners smoked the Seattle Seahawks 36-24 on Thursday Night Football last week.

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Chiefs at 49ers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Chiefs +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | 49ers -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Chiefs +1.5 (-110) | 49ers -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 47 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chiefs at 49ers key injuries

Chiefs

DE Michael Danna (pectoral) out
RB Isiah Pacheco (leg) out
WR Rashee Rice (knee) out
WR JuJu Smith-Schuster (hamstring) questionable

49ers

WR Jauan Jennings (hip) out
RB Christian McCaffrey (Achilles) out
WR Ricky Pearsall (chest) questionable

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Chiefs at 49ers picks and predictions

Prediction

49ers 24, Chiefs 20

Moneyline

The Niners haven’t beaten the Chiefs since 2014, but that came at home, and I’m calling a similar finish to the 22-17 one then. Despite all of the injuries and lack of continuity, QB Brock Purdy has completed 65.4% of his passes for 1,629 yards, 9 TDs and 4 INTs. He was very good in last year’s Super Bowl OT loss, and he’ll get it done Sunday. You can go with the 49ers (-120), but it makes more sense to ride with the spread.

Against the spread

If you like San Fran’s side here, this is the way to go. Single-point victories are pretty unlikely, and there’s more value on 49ERS -1.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Chiefs have a home run hitter in rookie WR Xavier Worthy, but other than that, they really rely on Hunt’s ground-and-pound game. The Niners have more downfield threats, but they, too, rely on Mason’s ball control. The Chiefs are 2-3 O/U thus far, and the Niners are 4-2. While there is no comparison of the circumstances, last year’s Super Bowl needed OT to go Over 46.5. I look for a similar struggle.

Take the UNDER 47 (-110).

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New Orleans Saints at Kansas City Chiefs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s New Orleans Saints at Kansas City Chiefs odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The New Orleans Saints (2-2) and Kansas City Chiefs (4-0) meet in the Week 5 Monday Night Football game. Kickoff from Arrowhead Stadium is set for 8:15 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Saints vs. Chiefs odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions..

The Saints dropped a tough 26-24 game at the Atlanta Falcons last week on a last-second field goal. Despite the loss, New Orleans covered as a 2.5-point underdog and the Over (43) hit. QB Derek Carr (28 of 36, 239 passing yards, 1 INT) didn’t find the end zone, but RB Alvin Kamara stood out again, racking up 119 total yards (77 rushing, 42 receiving) and a touchdown.

The Chiefs moved to 4-0, covering as 6.5-point favorites in a 17-10 win at the LA Chargers in Week 4 — with the Under (42) cashing. TE Travis Kelce led the way with 89 receiving yards on 7 catches, while RB Kareem Hunt impressed in his return, racking up 69 yards on 14 carries (4.9 yards per carry). Kansas City’s balanced effort kept its perfect record intact.

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Saints at Chiefs odds

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Moneyline (ML): Saints +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Chiefs -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Saints +5.5 (-110) | Chiefs -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Saints at Chiefs key injuries

Saints

LB Willie Gay Jr. (hand) out
TE Taysom Hill (rib) out
OL Shane Lemieux (ankle) out
OL Lucas Patrick (groin) questionable
OL Cesar Ruiz (knee) out
LB Pete Werner (hamstring) questionable

Chiefs

RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire (illness) doubtful
WR Mecole Hardman (knee) questionable

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Saints at Chiefs picks and predictions

Prediction

Saints 20, Chiefs 17

Moneyline

BET SAINTS (+200).

This Monday Night Football game has seen significant line movement, with the Chiefs opening at -6.5 but dropping fast. Kansas City sits at 4-0, but its offense is in trouble. With RB Isiah Pacheco and WR Rashee Rice out — both on the Injured Reserve list — QB Patrick Mahomes is carrying too much weight, and now the Chiefs face a strong Saints defense.

The New Orleans offense has turned a corner under new OC Klint Kubiak. The Saints lead the league in scoring (31.8 points per game) and run attempts (34.5 per game), while Carr is thriving, ranking top-5 in yards per pass (8.2) and completion rate (71.3%). Despite 2 tough losses, their defense has remained solid, and Carr’s experience against the Chiefs could be crucial.

With Kansas City’s injuries piling up, there’s good value in backing NEW ORLEANS (+200), even on the money line.

Against the spread

PASS.

If you want to play it safe, you can take the 5.5 points with New Orleans, but I’m riding on the moneyline.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 43 (-110).

The total for this game dropped from 45.5 to 42.5, highlighting the offensive struggles on both sides. Kansas City is thin at receiver with Rice out and Kelce heavily covered (just 39.5 yards per game). Rookie WR Xavier Worthy isn’t ready to be the top target, and Hunt’s role remains uncertain. Even with Mahomes, the Chiefs may need to rely on their defense.

Carr and the Saints face a tough task as well. Kansas City’s defense is stout against the run (3.8 yards per carry allowed) and strong in the red zone. Carr has struggled at Arrowhead, averaging 227 yards, 1 TD and 1 INT per game in his last 7 starts there. Even with new playmakers, DC Steve Spagnuolo’s defense will be tough for New Orleans to crack.

Expect a low-scoring, defensive matchup with both teams focused on ball control.

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