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Indianapolis Colts at Minnesota Vikings odds and lines: Vikes favored on home field

Assessing the NFL preseason odds and lines for Saturday’s matchup between the Indianapolis Colts and Minnesota Vikings.

The Indianapolis Colts (1-0) travel north to take on the Minnesota Vikings 0-1) Saturday in Week 2 of the NFL preseason. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET at U.S. Bank Stadium. Below, we look at the Colts at Vikings odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Colts are slight underdogs after defeating the Carolina Panthers in Week 1 of the preseason, with QB Carson Wentz (foot) still not able to play. RB Jonathan Taylor didn’t see time in Week 1 but “looks so good,” according to head coach Frank Reich. It’s unknown whether we’ll see Taylor in Week 2.

What will be more telling is if Vikings WR Justin Jefferson, RB Dalvin Cook, QB Kirk Cousins or WR Adam Thielen play. It’d be shocking to see Cook play given his injury history, but the other three could see their first action of the preseason Saturday.

The quartet didn’t make an impact in the team’s blowout Week 1 loss to the Denver Broncos. Rookie QB Kellen Mond was just 6-for-16 in his NFL debut.

Colts at Vikings odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 5:40 p.m. ET.

Money line: Colts +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Vikings -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Off the board
Total: 38.5, Over -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Under -115 (bet $115 to win $100)

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

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Per the +115 money line, the Colts have an implied win probability of 46.51%. The Vikings’ -140 money line odds represent a 58.33% implied win rate.

As for the game total, the Colts and Vikings must score at least 39 combined points for Over bettors to win. So far this preseason, the Under has been hot and for that to hit, the game must see 38 or fewer points scored.

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Baltimore Ravens at Carolina Panthers odds and lines: Jackson, McCaffrey may see their first snaps

Looking at Saturday’s Baltimore Ravens at Carolina Panthers NFL preseason odds and lines with the Ravens listed as road favorites.

In the second preseason game for both teams, the Baltimore Ravens (1-0) travel to take on the Carolina Panthers (0-1) Saturday. The game is set to kick off at 7 p.m. ET and will be held at Bank of America Stadium. Below, we look at the Ravens at Panthers odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

Neither team played its star player in the preseason opener. With two weeks of exhibition play remaining, there’s hope that some high-profile names may get their first appearance.

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson was set to play a series last week but was instead held out of the team’s preseason opener. RB J.K. Dobbins played a series but produced zero yards on three carries.

Little should be expected of both Baltimore stars in the team’s second preseason game, but it’d also be surprising if either were held out.

Fans may also get to see Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey for the first time. He was also held out last week but has been practicing at full strength. The Panthers lost their opening game 21-18 to the Indianapolis Colts.

Ravens at Panthers odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 5:05 p.m. ET.

Money line: Ravens -180 (bet $180 to win $100) | Panthers +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread/ATS: Ravens -3.5 (+100) | Panthers +3.5 (-125)
Total: 35.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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ATS: Ravens 11-7 | Panthers 9-7
O/U: Ravens 7-11 | 7-9

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The Ravens are -180 favorites on the money line which means, if they win, you’ll get $100 for every $180 you place.

Those odds also signify the Ravens have a 64.29% win probability. They need to win by 4 or more points to cover the -3.5-point spread, which will give better odds at higher risk for those backing Baltimore.

On the other side of the ball, the Panthers are +145 on the money line which indicates a win probability of 40.82%. They’re the underdogs, so placing $100 would net $145 in profit or a total return of $245. For the Panthers to cover the spread, they’d need to win or lose by no more than 3 points.

For the Over 35.5 to hit, there would need to be at least 36 points scored by the two teams. For Under bettors to win, there would need to be 35 or fewer scored.

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New York Jets at New York Giants odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s New York Jets at New York Giants preseason Week 1 matchup, with NFL odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Giants and New York Jets clash Saturday at MetLife Stadium in the 2021 preseason opener for both teams. Kickoff will be at 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Jets at Giants odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

Rooke Jets QB Zach Wilson will get his first taste of NFL action as he and the rest of the starters will play “about a quarter” Saturday, according to new head coach Robert Saleh. The Jets need to work in an abundance of new faces this preseason after going 2-14 in 2020.

The Giants are able to take a more conservative approach to the preseason. QB Daniel Jones won’t be playing Saturday and rookie WR Kadarius Toney is also not expected to see the field.

Jets at Giants odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:35 a.m. ET.

Money line: Jets -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Giants +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread/ATS: Jets -2.5 (-125) | Giants +2.5 (+100)
Total: 33.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Jets at Giants odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Jets 18, Giants 13

Money line

The JETS (-145) are the play as moderate favorites. The Giants’ first-team offense isn’t expected to see much time together Saturday, while Saleh needs to see as much of his potential starters as possible.

Wilson, the No. 2 pick of the 2021 NFL Draft, has a clear edge in the quarterback battle against Giants backups Mike Glennon and Clayton Thorson. Gang Green also has intriguing position battles in the backfield and at wide receiver.

Against the spread

Back the JETS -2.5 (-125) for a win by 3 or more points. We’re expecting Wilson to lead more early touchdown drives for the Jets while the Giants, led by their second- and third-team QBs, will be happy to get into field goal range.

Over/Under

Lean to the UNDER 33.5 (-105) despite most of the Jets’ starters being in line for a decent amount of playing time.

Rookie WR Elijah Moore is unlikely to play due to a quadriceps issue, according to Saleh.

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Los Angeles Chargers at Los Angeles Rams odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing the Los Angeles Chargers at Los Angeles Rams preseason Week 1 matchup, with NFL odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

In what will be the first game ever with fans at SoFi Stadium it’s only right that both residents of the stadium – the Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams – square off. Kickoff will be at 10 p.m. ET as these two teams begin their preseason slate. Below, we look at the Chargers vs. Rams odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

Rams head coach Sean McVay has already said his team will play it safe in the preseason again, resting about 35 players in the opener. QB Matthew Stafford will take the preseason off and won’t make his debut with Los Angeles until Sept. 12 against the Bears.

The Chargers will keep QB Justin Herbert on the sideline as well as they’re resting a good portion of their starters against the Rams. They’ve had trouble staying healthy in recent years so first-year head coach Brandon Staley isn’t taking any chances with his most important players. The Chargers have all the talent to win the AFC West, they just need to stay healthy and play up to expectations.

Chargers at Rams odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11 a.m. ET.

Money line: Chargers -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Rams +160 (bet $100 to win $160)
Against the spread/ATS: No spread available at the time of publishing.
Total: 32.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chargers at Rams odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Chargers 21, Rams 14

Money line

The Rams aren’t playing any of their starters as they continue to play it safe under McVay. They won’t even be playing their backup QB John Wolford, leaving those duties to Bryce Perkins and Devlin Hodges.

QB Justin Herbert won’t play in this one for the Chargers either, but they’ll have more of their top players out there than the Rams.

Bet the CHARGERS (-200) to win outright.

Against the spread

No spread was available at the time of publishing.

Over/Under

The Over/Under is set significantly lower than most games, in fact it’s the lowest total of the week. That’s because both teams are playing it safe and holding their top players out as a precaution.

Still, the backups will put enough points on the board to push the score over the total of 32.5 points. Take the OVER 32.5 (-110).

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New Orleans Saints at Baltimore Ravens odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s New Orleans Saints at Baltimore Ravens preseason Week 1 matchup, with NFL odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

The Baltimore Ravens host the New Orleans Saints Saturday for a 7 p.m. ET kickoff at M&T Bank Stadium as both teams begin their 2021 preseason schedule. Below, we look at the Saints at Ravens odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

All eyes are on the quarterback battle for New Orleans as Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill are set to compete to see who will replace Drew Brees under center in Week 1. Both players are expected to see time on the field Saturday.

The Baltimore roster doesn’t have the same level of intrigue heading into the preseason opener. QB Lamar Jackson will start in Week 1 of the regular season but isn’t expected to play Saturday after a recent stint on the NFL’s COVID-19 list. QBs Trace McSorley and Tyler Huntley will compete for the backup job.

Saints at Ravens odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:40 a.m. ET.

Money line: Saints +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Ravens -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Saints +2.5 (+100) | Ravens -2.5 (-125)
Total: 36.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Saints at Ravens odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Ravens 17, Saints 13

Money line

The RAVENS (-140) have won 17 straight preseason games and are the team to back again against the new-look Saints.

New Orleans figures to have the motivation edge as Winston and Hill battle to be the starting QB in week 1, but the trend for Baltimore clearly favors head coach John Harbaugh as he gets a good look at his depth players at the bottom of the roster. McSorley got a taste of game action in 2020 and should get a long look Saturday.

Against the spread

Roll with the RAVENS -2.5 (-125) for a win by 3 or more points. All four of their preseason wins in 2019 were decided by 11 or more points. McSorley was the team’s top passer in each game.

Over/Under

Side with the UNDER 36.5 (-115) as it has been the trend across the NFL early in the preseason. All three of Friday’s games finished with a combined point total of 35 or fewer points.

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Cincinnati Bengals at Tampa Bay Buccaneers odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing the Cincinnati Bengals at Tampa Bay Buccaneers Week 1 preseason matchup, with NFL odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

In both team’s first action of the 2021 season, the Cincinnati Bengals will travel down to Florida to take on the Super Bowl-winning Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET with the game being held at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, FL. Below, we look at the Bengals vs. Buccaneers odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Bengals will be without QB Joe Burrow in this preseason game. He tore his ACL in Week 11 of the 2020 season. While expected to be back for Week 1, he’ll be watching from the side in this one.

For Cincinnati, the offensive line’s competency, revamped defense and increasing weaponry on offense will be what to watch for. But without a steady quarterback, they may struggle to get much on the board.

For Tampa Bay, future first-ballot Hall of Famer Tom Brady is expected to play. With a championship-caliber roster returning, they’ll be the heavy favorites even if the most impactful don’t take many snaps.

Bengals at Buccaneers odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:00 a.m. ET.

Money line: Bengals +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Buccaneers -280 (bet $280 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Bengals +5.5 (-105) | Buccaneers -5.5 (-115)
Total: 33.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Bengals at Buccaneers odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Buccaneers 24, Bengals 10

Money line

PASS on the money line because the value for both sides really isn’t there.

The Bucs are coming off a Super Bowl, and with wide receivers like Mike Evans, Chris Godwin and Antonio Brown on the roster, there is ample talent to dominant Cincinnati.

However, with that -280, I wouldn’t put money on them in a preseason game they certainly won’t put much stock in.

Against the spread

BET on the BUCCANEERS -5.5 (-115) as the best team bet. Brady is going to play, and having a competent starting quarterback is more than Cincinnati can say. Just one drive by Brady could easily result in an easy 7-0 start.

The Bengals used backup QB Brandon Allen last season following Burrow’s injury. He was unimpressive throwing four interceptions and five touchdowns.

They don’t have much outside of Burrow, and despite potentially having the best three-man trio of receivers in the league, it could still result in a struggling offense.

LB Devin White, DE Ndamukong Suh, RB Leonard Fournette and many others make an ultra-talented roster for the Bucs. Expect the Bucs to be able to run up the score even with their backups in place.

Over/Under

“LEAN” to the OVER 33.5 (-115) as the Buccaneers have depth all over the offensive side of the ball. Along those lines, the Bengals have a handful of skilled players looking to make a name for themselves.

Allen should’ve been getting reps behind Burrow, and with receivers like Tee Higgins, Ja’Marr Chase and Tyler Boyd, there’s no reason Cincinnati can’t put some points on the board.

RB Joe Mixon is healthy as well, and with a new offensive line coach in Cincinnati, they expect him to have an easy time running the ball.

If the Bengals can get points on the board and Brady gets at least one drive for the Bucs, the much better bet in this one is the Over 33.5. Also, the Bucs are returning most of their third-best offense in the NFL last season.

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Cleveland Browns at Jacksonville Jaguars odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Cleveland Browns at Jacksonville Jaguars preseason Week 1 matchup, with NFL odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

The Jacksonville Jaguars begin a new era by hosting the Cleveland Browns Saturday in the 2021 preseason opener for both sides. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. ET at TIAA Bank Field. Below, we look at the Browns at Jaguars odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Jaguars will split quarterback duties between rookie and No. 1 overall draft pick QB Trevor Lawrence and incumbent veteran Gardner Minshew. Many expect Lawrence to be under center in Week 1 of the regular season, but Minshew has been adamant he won’t give up the starting role without his best fight.

Head coach Urban Meyer and RB Travis Etienne are also among the new pieces making their game debuts for the Jaguars.

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said this week he’ll rest most of his key starters Saturday. The quarterback duties will be split between Case Keenum and Kyle Lauletta as they battle to back up Baker Mayfield in 2021.

Browns at Jaguars odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 6:05 p.m. ET.

Money line: Browns +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Jaguars -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Browns +2.5 (+100) | Jaguars -2.5 (-125)
Total: 36.5 (O: -125 | U: +100)

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Browns at Jaguars odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Jaguars 27, Browns 17

Money line

These lines are indicative of the changing times for two of the NFL’s longest-suffering franchises.

The books are rightfully favoring the host Jaguars as they head into preseason play with many intriguing depth chart battles at key offensive positions. Meanwhile, the Browns seem to have finally graduated from sorting out their first-team offense and defense, and will instead be giving longer looks to those further down the depth chart Saturday.

Back the JAGUARS (-145) as moderate favorites with Lawrence and Minshew both likely to put on a show for their new coach.

Against the spread

The better bet is to go with the JAGUARS -2.5 (-125) for the hosts to win by at least 3 points.

Outside of the QB battle, Etienne will be trying to usurp 2020 star RB James Robinson. The first-team wide receivers, including veteran Marvin Jones are also expected to get lengthy looks alongside their signal-callers.

Over/Under

Jaguars-Browns sets up to be one of the more intriguing matchups of the Week 1 preseason schedule. Back the OVER 36.5 (-125) with the highly motivated hosts capable of handling most of the scoring.

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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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Miami Dolphins at Chicago Bears odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Miami Dolphins at Chicago Bears preseason Week 1 matchup, with NFL odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

The Miami Dolphins visit the Chicago Bears Saturday as both teams begin their 2021 preseason campaigns at Soldier Field. Kickoff will be at 1 p.m. ET as the first game of the day. Below, we look at the Dolphins at Bears odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

Rookie Bears QB Justin Fields, the No. 11 pick of the 2021 NFL Draft, is “going to get a lot of reps” and will “for sure [play] past the halftime,” according to head coach Matt Nagy. Veteran QB Andy Dalton is expected to get the start but not play more than one or two series.

Dolphins head coach Brian Flores said this week second-year QB Tua Tagovailoa and other starters will get at least some time on the field Saturday. Tagovailoa made nine starts and appeared in 10 total games as a rookie. He completed 64.1% of his passes for 1,814 yards and 11 touchdowns against 5 interceptions.

Dolphins at Bears odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 5:52 p.m. ET.

Money line: Dolphins +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Bears -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Dolphins +3.5 (-115) | Bears -3.5 (-105)
Total: 36.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Dolphins at Bears odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Bears 24, Dolphins 17

Money line

The BEARS (-190) are moderately heavy home favorites with Fields getting his first taste of NFL action. We’ll give him the edge with an expected larger role than Tagovailoa, who already has the Dolphins’ No. 1 job locked up.

In addition to Fields seeing more time on the field, he’s expected to get more reps with the first-team offense than Tagovailoa or any other Dolphins quarterback Saturday.

Against the spread

BEARS -3.5 (-105) is the better bet to make for Saturday’s game for a Chicago win by at least 4 points.

The Dolphins are bringing back much of their veteran defensive core with few starting jobs up for grabs. Those veterans should be expected to see more limited action than a Bears defense which underwent considerably more change in the offseason, especially in the second team.

Over/Under

Bet the OVER 36.5 (-110) with both head coaches declaring their promising young quarterbacks will get a good amount of reps in the head-to-head battle.

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Dallas Cowboys at Arizona Cardinals odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Friday’s Dallas Cowboys at Arizona Cardinals preseason Week 1 matchup, with NFL odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Cowboys (0-1) visit the Arizona Cardinals (0-0) Friday for a 10 p.m. ET kickoff at State Farm Stadium. Below, we look at the Cowboys at Cardinals odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Cowboys are coming off a Hall of Fame Game loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Canton, Ohio, and star QB Dak Prescott will miss another start after suffering a shoulder strain during the first week of training camp.

Backup QBs Garrett Gilbert and Ben DiNucci will get the bulk of the action in his place. Gilbert threw for 104 yards and was sacked twice last week.

The Cardinals will be without DL J.J. Watt, who has been rehabbing a hamstring injury. QB Kyler Murray will likely see one series of game action.

Cowboys at Cardinals odds, spread, and lines

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

Money line: Cowboys +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Cardinals -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Cowboys +2.5 (-105) | Cardinals -2.5, -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Total: 37.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Cowboys at Cardinals odds, lines, predictions, and picks

Prediction

Cowboys 21, Cardinals 10

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