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Washington Commanders at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Washington Commanders at New Orleans Saints odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Washington Commanders (8-5) and New Orleans Saints (5-8) meet Sunday. Kickoff from the Caesars Superdome is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Commanders vs. Saints odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Commanders return in Week 15 after their bye, riding high off a dominant Week 13 win. They snapped a 3-game skid by crushing the Tennessee Titans 42-19, covering as 6.5-point favorites while the Over (45) cashed. QB Jayden Daniels led the charge with 4 total touchdowns, including 3 through the air and 1 on the ground. WR Terry McLaurin hauled in 2 of those scores, showcasing the duo’s chemistry heading into the season’s home stretch.

The Saints picked up their third win in 4 games in Week 14, edging the Giants 14-11, but it came with a price. QB Derek Carr injured his non-throwing hand late in the game. RB Kendre Miller scored his first touchdown of the season, helping seal the victory. New Orleans failed to cover as a 5.5-point road favorite, while the Under (41) cashed in a defensive battle that kept scoring to a minimum.

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Commanders at Saints odds

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Moneyline (ML): Commanders -400 (bet $400 to win $100) | Saints +310 (bet $100 to win $310)
Against the spread (ATS): Commanders -7.5 (-110) | Saints +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Commanders at Saints key injuries

Commanders

WR Noah Brown (kidney) out
WR Jamison Crowder (calf) questionable
K Zane Gonzalez (left foot) questionable
DL Daron Payne (back) questionable

Saints

QB Derek Carr (left hand/concussion) doubtful
LB D’Marco Jackson (ankle) out
DL Tanoh Kpassagnon (Achilles) questionable
WR Bub Means (ankle) out

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Commanders at Saints picks and predictions

Prediction

Commanders 28, Saints 13

Moneyline

PASS.

The Commanders (-400) must and will take care of business in New Orleans in Week 15, but instead of betting 4 units to win 1, I’ll take my wager to the spread.

Against the spread

BET COMMANDERS -7.5 (-110).

It’s tough to see the Saints keeping this one close with all they’re up against. Injuries have piled up, with their top 2 WRs (Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed) out, and now Carr is likely sidelined. QB Jake Haener is set to make his first career start, a tall task against a desperate Commanders team.

Washington, clinging to the NFC’s seventh seed, can’t afford a loss. After a midseason 3-game skid, they dominated the Titans at home and benefitted from a Week 14 bye to regroup.

The Commanders look rested and poised to take care of business in New Orleans Sunday, with a playoff berth still within reach. Expect them to control the game and cover the spread.

Over/Under

This game presents too many uncertainties to confidently bet the total.

While my lean would be the Under, a rookie QB making his first start with a patched-up group of receivers leaves a lot of unpredictability. Anything could happen offensively.

The trends don’t offer much clarity, either. The Saints have hit the Under in 3 of their last 4 games, while the Commanders have gone Over in 4 of their last 5.

For me, it’s best to AVOID the total and focus on the spread instead.

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Winner winner chicken dinner: NFL parlay for Week 15

Analyzing NFL Week 15 betting odds and lines, with predictions and picks for the best parlay bet to make.

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We head into Week 15 of the 2024 NFL regular season with a full slate of games Sunday, and 2 Monday night contests. Bye weeks are now in the rear-view mirror, and we have a full slate for the remainder of the schedule.

We were looking for a third consecutive 3-game parlay win, and everything went swimmingly through the afternoon games on Sunday. It wasn’t until the Sunday Night Football game that the winning ways came to a close.

The Carolina Panthers (+13) are playing competitive football again, and that was on display against the Philadelphia Eagles this past Sunday. Carolina not only was able to grab the cover as a double-digit underdog, but it nearly pulled off the upset.

The Eagles were able to pull off the 22-16 victory at home, but the Panthers certainly gave them all they could handle.

In the second game, the Seattle Seahawks (+2.5) didn’t need the points in the desert against the Arizona Cardinals. Seattle won 16-6 at home in the drizzle 2 weeks ago against Arizona, and it went down to State Farm Stadium in Glendale and won for the seventh straight time in the series in Week 14.

In controlled environmental conditions, we saw higher scores and offensive production, but the result was the same. RB Zach Charbonnet led Seattle to a 30-18 win to keep pace in the NFC West.

So, on SNF, we just needed the Kansas City Chiefs (-4) to cover. If you’ve been betting regularly in the NFL this season, you know that’s actually been a tall order.

The Chiefs fired out to a 13-0 lead at halftime and we were feeling good. However, the LA Chargers stormed back in the third quarter, easily their best quarter of the game, taking a 14-13 lead to the fourth. While Kansas City got the job done with a field goal at the buzzer to win it 19-17, it was a disappointing non-cover.

Let’s get it back in Week 15 and build that bankroll for the upcoming holidays.

After looking at BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL Week 15 odds, here is our “Winner winner chicken dinner” NFL parlay bet to cash in on among SportsbookWire’s NFL expert picks and predictions.

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WEEK 15

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 Thursday at 11:15 p.m. ET. All games Sunday and ET.

Leg 1: Bengals -5 (-110) at Titans – 1 p.m. (FOX)

The Cincinnati Bengals (5-8) battle the Tennessee Titans (3-10) in an early-window game on the road in Week 15.

The Bengals kept their postseason hopes alive, just barely, with a 27-20 win on the road against the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football. It took a miscue on special teams by the Cowboys, and a long scoring strike from QB Joe Burrow to WR Ja’Marr Chase with 61 seconds left in regulation, to pull out the miracle win and cover in Week 14.

The Titans are a tough team, believe it or not, despite that ugly 3-10 record. This is a team with a surprisingly effective defense, allowing just 291.8 total yards, 175.5 passing yards and 116.3 rushing yards per game. Yet, despite that, Tennessee somehow allows 26.3 PPG.

Titans QB Will Levis hasn’t been the answer, and anyone who watched college football a few years ago knew he wasn’t a first-round pick in the NFL, yet here we are. He could be a serviceable backup somewhere, but he isn’t him.

The Tennessee offense has been abysmal, although RB Tony Pollard and WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine have been bright spots.

If you like the Bengals and their powerful, high-octane offense, you will still be sweating it out because of Cincinnati’s leaky defense frittering away leads. In the end, though, it should work itself out.

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Leg 2: BRONCOS -4 (-110) vs. Colts – 4:25 p.m. (CBS)

The Denver Broncos (8-5) host the Indianapolis Colts (6-7) in a battle with plenty of AFC playoff implications.

The Broncos ride in on a 3-game win streak, while covering 4 in a row. Denver is also 6-1 against the spread (ATS) in the past 7 games, while going 9-2 ATS in the previous 11 contests.

Broncos rookie QB Bo Nix didn’t look like he would be the guy early on, as he was a turnover machine. However, coach Sean Payton stuck with the first-year signal caller, and now the Denver offense is rolling. In the past 3 games, the Broncos have galloped for 29 or more points in 3 straight contests, including a 41-32 victory in Week 13 against the Cleveland Browns.

The Broncos will be well rested after coming off a bye in Week 14. Meanwhile, the Colts are just 2-4 SU in the past 6 games, while going 1-4 ATS in the previous 5.

Look for the Broncos win this horse race by plenty of lengths.

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Leg 3: BEARS +7 (-115) at Vikings – Monday, 8 p.m. (ABC/ESPN+)

The Chicago Bears (4-9) meet the Minnesota Vikings (11-2) in the first game of a Monday Night Football doubleheader in Week 15.

The Bears have dropped 7 in a row, but they’ve lost 3 of the past 4 games by only 1 score.

These teams met in Chitown in Week 12, and the Bears nearly picked up a miraculous win. Down 27-16 with 1:56 to go in regulation, they scored a touchdown with a 2-point conversion with 22 seconds left to pull to within 27-24. Chicago recovered an onside kick, and PK Cairo Santos forced OT with a 48-yard field goal at the buzzer.

However, Chicago went 3 and out in what turned out to be ex-coach Matt Eberflus’ penultimate game at the helm. The Vikings won it on a field goal from PK John Parker Romo, who is also no longer with the team. PK Will Reichard is back from injured reserve.

The Vikings are 3-4-1 ATS in past 8 games, and they haven’t covered in consecutive games since opening 5-0 ATS in the first 5 games. Minnesota covered in a 42-21 revenge game win over QB Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons last week.

PARLAY CARD

BENGALS -5 (-110) at Titans
BRONCOS -4 (-110) vs. Colts
BEARS +7 (-115) at Vikings

Parlay payout: Bet $10 to profit $58.14 (payout = $68.14).

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LA Rams at San Francisco 49ers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing LA Rams at San Francisco 49ers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The LA Rams (7-6) and San Francisco 49ers (6-7) will meet for the second time this season on Thursday night for a pivotal Week 15 game at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. Kickoff is set for 8:15 p.m. ET (Prime Video). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Rams vs. 49ers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Rams beat the 49ers 27-24 in Week 3 as a 6-point road underdog as the Over 44.5 cashed.

The Rams crept above .500 for the first time this season when they beat the Buffalo Bills 44-42 as 3.5-point underdogs on Sunday. It was the highest-scoring game of the season, featuring 12 total TDs, 902 yards and 0 turnovers. Los Angeles has won 2 straight games and is second in the NFC West.

The 49ers also came away with a win in Week 14, steamrolling the Chicago Bears at home 38-13. The 49ers had 452 total yards of offense compared to only 162 for the Bears, a dominant victory from start to finish. The 49ers are still 2 games back of the Seahawks for the division lead, but a win will keep them in the mix for another division title.

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Rams at 49ers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Rams +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | 49ers -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Rams +3 (-120) | 49ers -3 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rams at 49ers key injuries

Rams

CB Cobie Durant (chest) questionable
C Beaux Limmer (knee) questionable
WR Demarcus Robinson (shoulder) questionable

49ers

DE Nick Bosa (hip/oblique) questionable
RB Isaac Guerendo (foot) questionable
OT Trent Williams (ankle) questionable
LB Dre Greenlaw (Achilles) questionable

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Rams at 49ers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rams 27, 49ers 24

Moneyline

The Rams already beat the 49ers once this year and now they’re going for the season sweep of their rivals. Their win over the Bills on Sunday was far more impressive than San Francisco’s victory against the Bears, even if it was only by 2 points.

The offense is just about fully healthy, which will be a problem for the 49ers’ banged-up defense. And with San Francisco down to either its third- or fourth-string running back, a rushing attack that’s given the Rams fits over the years will be shorthanded.

With QB Matthew Stafford playing lights out in recent weeks, the Rams will take down their rival on the road Thursday. BET RAMS (+130) to win outright.

Against the spread

With the spread sitting at the key number of +3, it’s not a bad idea to sprinkle a bit on the Rams to cover just in case they lose a close one to the 49ers. However, I’d rather just play the ML and bet Los Angeles to win its third straight game.

LEAN RAMS +3 (-120).

Over/Under

The Rams nearly went over the total by themselves last week against the Bills, putting up 44 points on their own. Their defense has struggled to stop anyone in recent weeks, giving up 560 rushing yards in their last three games, so the 49ers should be able to score on the LA defense.

The Rams, meanwhile, seemingly found something on offense against Buffalo. And with WR Puka Nacua playing perhaps better than he ever has, the Rams’ passing attack will give the 49ers’ secondary trouble.

BET OVER 49.5 (-110).

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Cincinnati Bengals at Dallas Cowboys odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Cincinnati Bengals at Dallas Cowboys odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Cininnati Bengals (4-8) meet the Dallas Cowboys (5-7) for Monday Night Football in Week 14 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET (ESPN/ABC/ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Bengals vs. Cowboys odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Bengals were able to roll up 38 points last time out against the Pittsburgh Steelers, but the defense was awful again. Cincinnati lost 44-38 at home, and it has allowed 34 or more points in 3 straight games, and 4 of the past 5 outings. It’s great news for Over bettors, as the total has gone high in 5 straight outings.

The Cowboys have won and covered the past 2 games to keep their flickering playoff hopes alive. Dallas is averaging 30.5 points per game (PPG) on offense while allowing 23.0 PPG on defense. The Over has cashed in 3 in a row for the Cowboys, too.

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Bengals at Cowboys odds

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Moneyline (ML): Bengals -250 (bet $250 to win $100) | Cowboys +200 (bet $100 to win $200)
Against the spread: Bengals -5.5 (-110) | Cowboys +5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bengals at Cowboys key injuries

Bengals

OT Orlando Brown (fibula) out
WR Charlie Jones (groin) questionable)
DT Sheldon Rankins (illness) out

Cowboys

CB Trevon Diggs (knee) questionable
OT Tyler Guyton (ankle, knee) questionable
OG Zach Martin (ankle, shoulder) out
S Juanyeh Thomas (knee) out
LB Nick Vigil (foot) questionable

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Bengals at Cowboys picks and predictions

Prediction

Cowboys 32, Bengals 29

Moneyline

The COWBOYS (+200) are worth a roll of the dice for the chance to double up. They head into this game with back-to-back victories, including an impressive road win over the Washington Commanders. And, for all intents and purposes, Dallas has been on a second bye, last playing on Thanksgiving on Nov. 28. The Cowboys should be rested and raring to go.

Against the spread

If you can’t back the COWBOYS +5.5 (-110) straight up, they’re catching a healthy amount of points in this prime-time matchup in Big D.

The Bengals -5.5 (-110) have lost 3 in a row, and they have lost outright in the past 2 instances as a favorite. Cincinnati is also 1-3 SU and 2-2 ATS in 4 prime-time matchups so far this season.

Over/Under

OVER 49.5 (-115) is a high number, but it’s a strong play.

The Over has hit in 5 in a row for the Bengals, going for 27 or more points in 4 games in a row, while the defense has allowed 24 or more points in each of the 5 games, and 9 of the past 11 outings. The Over is 9-2 in that 11-game stretch, too. Against the NFC, Cincinnati has hit the Over in 2 of 3 games, with the only exception a low-scoring win against the lowly New York Giants.

For Dallas, it has cashed high in 3 in a row, going for 30.5 PPG in the past 2 games, while allowing 26.7 PPG in the 3-game span.

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New York Jets at Miami Dolphins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New York Jets at Miami Dolphins odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The New York Jets (3-9) and Miami Dolphins (5-7) meet Sunday. Kickoff from Hard Rock Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Jets vs. Dolphins odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Jets’ struggles continued with their 3rd straight loss, falling 26-21 to the visiting Seattle Seahawks. Despite entering as 1.5-point favorites, New York couldn’t deliver and the Over (42) cashed. QB Aaron Rodgers threw 2 touchdowns, including one to WR Davante Adams, but failed to hit 200 passing yards for the 3rd game in a row — Rogers finished with 185 passing yards and 1 interception. His costly pick-6 to DL Leonard Williams in the 3rd quarter proved pivotal, sparking the Seahawks’ comeback and another tough defeat for the Jets.

The Dolphins had a 3-game win streak snapped Thanksgiving night with a 30-17 loss to the Green Bay Packers. They couldn’t cover as 3.5-point road underdogs and the Under (47.5) hit. QB Tua Tagovailoa carried the offense with 365 yards and 2 touchdowns, but the run game stalled as Miami only rushed for 39 yards.

This is the Jets-Dolphins first meeting of the season. They’ll face off again in Week 18 at the MetLife Stadium.

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Jets at Dolphins odds

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Moneyline (ML): Jets +225 (bet $110 to win $225) | Dolphins -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Jets -6 (-115) | Dolphins +6 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 45 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Jets at Dolphins key injuries

Jets

OL Olu Fashanu (toe) questionable
CB Sauce Gardner (hamstring) doubtful
RB Breece Hall (knee) doubtful
OL Morgan Moses (knee, shoulder) questionable
LB C.J. Mosley (neck) out
CB Qwan’tez Stiggers (illness) out
OL Alijah Vera-Tucker (ankle) questionable

Dolphins

OL Terron Armstead (knee) questionable
CB Kader Kohou (back) questionable
RB Raheem Mostert (hip) questionable
LB Anthony Walker (hamstring) questionable

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Jets at Dolphins picks and predictions

Prediction

Dolphins 35, Jets 17

Moneyline

PASS.

The Dolphins (-275) should bounce back in Week 14 with a win over the struggling Jets. New York’s season has unraveled, and it will be missing a key weapon in RB Breece Hall. Miami’s playoff hopes as a Wild Card remain alive, but it can’t afford more losses. Expect the Dolphins to deliver at home.

Against the spread

BET DOLPHINS -6 (-105).

The Jets are a disaster, which all ties back to Rodgers. The team gave the QB everything he wanted, and it completely backfired, costing both the coach and GM their jobs. The Jets have failed to cover the spread in 8 of their last 9 games, while the Dolphins covered 4 straight before the Thanksgiving loss to the Packers.

The Jets defense has been a letdown all season. Missing LB C.J. Mosley and likely CB Sauce Gardner won’t help them Sunday. The defense has allowed 28.3 points per game over the last 3 outings.

On the other side, the Dolphins are thriving offensively with Tagovailoa back under center, averaging 27.0 points per game over the last 6 contests, well above their season average.

Miami should cruise at home and easily cover this line against a depleted Jets team.

Over/Under

BET OVER 45 (-110).

Since Tagovailoa’s return, the Dolphins offense has been on fire, as mentioned with its 27.0 PPG over the last 6 matchups. Miami has gone Over the total in 4 of those games and in its last 4 at home.

On the other side, the Jets’ defense has fallen apart, giving up the 28.3 PPG over the last 3 and hitting the Over in the last 2.

With Miami’s explosive offense facing a struggling, injury-riddled Jets defense, expect the Dolphins to score big and keep the Over trend going.

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Atlanta Falcons at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Atlanta Falcons at Minnesota Vikings odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Atlanta Falcons (6-6) and Minnesota Vikings (10-2) meet Sunday. Kickoff from U.S. Bank Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Falcons vs. Vikings odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Falcons suffered their third straight loss, falling to the LA Chargers 17-13 as 1-point home favorites. The Under 47 cashed in a sluggish matchup. RB Bijan Robinson had 135 yards and a TD on 32 touches, but QB Kirk Cousins’ 4 interceptions derailed Atlanta’s chances.

The Vikings extended their win streak to 5 games with a dramatic 23-22 victory over the Arizona Cardinals. They failed to cover as 3.5-point home favorites, but the Under 45.5 cashed. QB Sam Darnold‘s TD pass to RB Aaron Jones gave Minnesota the lead with just 1:13 remaining. WR Justin Jefferson hauled in 7 catches for 99 yards in the win.

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Falcons at Vikings odds

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Moneyline (ML): Falcons +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Vikings -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Falcons +5.5 (-105) | Vikings -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 46 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Falcons at Vikings key injuries

Falcons

CB Mike Hughes (neck) questionable
RB Jase McClellan (knee) out
DT Ruke Orhorhoro (foot) out

Vikings

LS Andrew DePaola (hand) questionable
CB Stephon Gilmore (hamstring) out
LB Patrick Jones (knee) questionable
DE Harrison Phillips (back) questionable
K Will Reichard (quad) questionable
OL Dalton Risner (back) questionable
LB Andrew Van Ginkel (thigh) questionable

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Falcons at Vikings picks and predictions

Prediction

Falcons 24, Vikings 21

Moneyline

BET FALCONS (+200).
It’s a revenge game for Cousins, returning to Minnesota after signing a big-money deal with Atlanta this offseason. The Falcons need this win to stay in the NFC Wild Card hunt, trailing Washington for the final spot. Meanwhile, the Vikings’ 5-game win streak has been shaky, with an average margin of just 5.4 points.

Minnesota barely pulled off a win against Arizona in Week 13, despite being outplayed, and they’ll now be without top corner Gilmore. That opens the door for Falcons WR Drake London, who saw 16 targets from Cousins in last week’s loss to the Chargers.

The Vikings’ defense has struggled lately, giving up 366 yards per game over their last 3 games, including 277 through the air—fifth worst in the league. Cousins knows this defense well and will be motivated to show up in his former home.

The Vikings’ good fortune ends in Week 14. The Falcons leave Minneapolis with a much-needed win.

Against the spread

PASS.

If you’d like to play it safer by taking the Falcons getting the points, I’d understand, but I prefer getting those plus odds on the moneyline.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 46 (-110).

The trends strongly point to this game hitting the Under. The Falcons have gone Under in 4 straight games and 5 of their last 6, while the Vikings have stayed Under in 4 of their last 5 contests.

Cousins is overdue for a solid outing—he hasn’t thrown a TD pass since Nov. 3 and has been intercepted 6 times since then. Atlanta’s offense has been inconsistent, but their defense stepped up last week, sacking QB Justin Herbert 4 times and holding the Chargers under 20 points for the first time since Week 7.

Minnesota’s defense gives up yards but not points, allowing just 18.3 per game, ranking fifth in the league. With both teams relying on defense, this one feels like a classic low-scoring affair. The Under is the best bet—grab it while the value’s there!

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Chicago Bears at San Francisco 49ers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Chicago Bears at San Francisco 49ers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Chicago Bears (4-8) hit the West Coast to face the San Francisco 49ers (5-7) Sunday in the late-afternoon slate. Kickoff from Levi’s Stadium is set for 4:25 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Bears vs. 49ers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Bears nearly upset the 11-1 Detroit Lions Thanksgiving Day. They botched a play late in the game where they could have used a timeout and wasted precious time on the clock, which really shot them in the foot. It also cost coach Matt Eberflus his job as he was dismissed after the 23-20 defeat. QB Caleb Williams was impressive, going 20-for-39 for 256 yards, 3 TDs and 0 INTs. But it was Chicago’s sixth loss in a row.

The Niners dropped their third in a row as they couldn’t handle the blizzard-like conditions in Buffalo in a 35-10 loss to the Bills. They also lost RB Christian McCaffrey (knee) for the season, and RB Jordan Mason (shoulder) is also out for this one. They will turn to fourth-round pick Isaac Guerendo in the backfield.

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Bears at 49ers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Bears +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | 49ers -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bears +3.5 (-115) | 49ers -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 44 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bears at 49ers key injuries

Bears

C Ryan Bates (concussion) out
RB Roschon Johnson (concussion) out
WR D.J. Moore (quadriceps) questionable
RB D’Andre Swift (quadriceps) questionable

49ers

OG Aaron Banks (concussion) questionable
DE Nick Bosa (hip, oblique) doubtful
LB Dre Greenlaw (Achilles) out
RB Jordan Mason (shoulder) out
OT Trent Williams (knee) out

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Bears at 49ers picks and predictions

Prediction

Bears 24, 49ers 21

Moneyline

You don’t hear him talked about a lot because of the overnight sensation Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels became, but Williams is having a solid rookie season. He hasn’t thrown an interception in nearly 2 months.

Over the last 3 weeks, he has gone 75-for-117 (64.1%) for 827 yards (275.7 per game), 5 TDs and 0 INTs. He also rushed for 143 yards. These all came against playoff teams in the Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings and Lions.

I’m picking the upset, but Williams is only part of the equation. How will the Bears stop the Niners? They’ll have to contain TE George Kittle, and the Bears are top-10 in defending the position over the last 5 weeks.

Take the BEARS +145.

Against the spread

I’m foregoing the spread since we’re picking the upset. I like CALEB WILLIAMS OVER 220.5 PASSING YARDS (-115). The Niners are severely banged up, and he has really thrown the ball well of late.

Over/Under

Both of these teams are Under teams. Chicago is 4-6 O/U in its last 10, and the Niners are 5-4-1. I have this sneaking Over, though, because the weather conditions will be a breath of fresh air for both teams. The Niners literally played in a blizzard in Buffalo last week, and while Chicago was in a dome for Thanksgiving, they had 3 straight games in the elements at Soldier Field beforehand.

Take the OVER 44 (-110).

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Seattle Seahawks at Arizona Cardinals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Seattle Seahawks at Arizona Cardinals odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Seattle Seahawks (7-5) face the Arizona Cardinals (6-6) for the second time in 3 weeks on Sunday, this time on the road. Kickoff from State Farm Stadium is at 4:05 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Seahawks vs. Cardinals odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Seahawks have won 3 straight games, including a 16-6 home win over the Cardinals in Week 12. Last week, they rallied from a 14-point deficit to beat the New York Jets on the road 26-21 as 1.5-point underdogs. The Over (42) cashed in.

The Cardinals have lost 2 in a row since their bye. Last week, they blew a 13-point lead and lost 23-22 to the Minnesota Vikings on the road, covering the 3.5-point spread as underdogs. The Under (45.5) barely cashed in.

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Seahawks at Cardinals odds

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Moneyline (ML): Seahawks +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Cardinals -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Seahawks +2.5 (-105) | Cardinals -2.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Seahawks at Cardinals key injuries

Seahawks

P Michael Dickson (back) questionable
OL Stone Forsyth (hand) out
RB Kenneth Walker (ankle, calf) questionable

Cardinals

CB Elijah Jones (ankle) out
DL Naquan Jones (elbow) questionable
DL Dante Stills (back) questionable

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Seahawks at Cardinals picks and predictions

Prediction

Cardinals 29, Seahawks 20

Moneyline

The Cardinals have not allowed a TD in their last 3 home games. They have not allowed an opponent to reach 300 yards of offense in 4 straight games.

After only scoring 6 points against Seattle, the Cardinals bounced back to get to the red zone 6 times against Minnesota and gained 406 total yards on a top-10 defense.

Arizona’s offense will bounce back, while the defense will continue to limit Seattle on offense, who hasn’t reached 300 yards of offense during its win streak.

But the spread will be the better bet at -115.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Seahawks have not covered the spread in a loss this season while the Cardinals have covered the spread in every win this season.

BET CARDINALS -2.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The last 3 meetings between the teams have seen the Under hit. But 3 of the last 4 meetings in Arizona have had totals in the 50s or higher.

BET OVER 44.5 (-110).

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Las Vegas Raiders at Tampa Bay Buccaneers odds, picks and predictions

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The Las Vegas Raiders (2-10) visit the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-6) Sunday. Kickoff from Raymond James Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Raiders vs. Buccaneers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Raiders have lost 8 games in a row after narrowly falling 19-17 against the Chiefs last week and covering as 13.5-point road underdogs. QB Aidan O’Connell went 23 of 35 for 340 yards and 2 touchdowns with TE Brock Bowers hauling in 10 receptions for 140 yards and a TD in the loss.

Tampa Bay has won back-to-back games after it skidded past Carolina 26-23 in overtime last week while failing to cover as a 6.5-point road underdog. QB Baker Mayfield went 21 of 33 for 235 yards with a TD and 2 interceptions while RB Bucky Irvinig carried the ball 25 times for 152 yards and a TD.

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Raiders at Buccaneers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Raiders +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Buccaneers -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Raiders +6.5 (-105) | Buccaneers -6.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Raiders at Buccaneers key injuries

Raiders

CB Nate Hobbs (ankle) out
RB Alexander Mattison (ankle) questionable
WR Jakobi Meyers (ankle) questionable
TE Justin Shorter (back) doubtful
RB Zamir White (quadricep) out

Buccaneers

LB K.J. Britt (ankle) out
S Mike Edwards (hamstring) out
CB Josh Hayes (hamstring) questionable
CB Troy Hill (foot, knee) out
RB Bucky Irving (hip, back) questionable
WR Trey Palmer (hip) questionable
LB J.J. Russell (hamstring) questionable
S Tykee Smith (knee) questionable
LB Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (ankle) questionable
LB Markees Watts (knee) out

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Raiders at Buccaneers picks and predictions

Prediction

Buccaneers 31, Raiders 17

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Buccaneers (-300) to win Sunday.

Against the spread

LEAN BUCCANEERS -6.5 (115).

Tampa Bay has covered in 3 of its last 4 games and has scored 20 or more points in each of its last 9 games. Las Vegas has failed to cover in 3 of its last 4 and 5 of its last 8 while allowing 27 or more points in 4 of its last 5.

Over/Under

BET OVER 46.5 (-110).

The Raiders have hit the Over in 7 of their last 10 including 4 of their last 5. They have scored 19 or more points in 4 of their last 5 while allowing 29 or more in 3 of their last 4.

The Buccaneers have scored 26 or more points in back-to-back games and have also hit the Over in 7 of their last 10.

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Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Cleveland Browns (3-9) meet the Pittsburgh Steelers (9-3) meet Sunday at Acrisure Stadium for a Week 14 matchup. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Browns vs. Steelers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Browns upended the Steelers 24-19 in Week 12 on Thursday Night Football as the Over (37) cashed at a snowy Huntington Bank Field on the shores of Lake Erie. Cleveland also covered a 3.5-point underdog.

The Browns followed that up with a 41-32 loss on Monday night in Week 13 at Denver. Cleveland lost despite QB Jameis Winston throwing for 497 yards, and WR Jerry Jeudy returning to the Mile High City to post a career-high 235 receiving yards with a TD. Of course, Winston also had a pair of pick-sixes, too.

The Steelers bounced back from the loss with a high-scoring 44-38 win at Cincinnati as a 3-point underdog. Pittsburgh piled up 520 total yards, including 414 passing yards from QB Russell Wilson, while forcing 2 fumbles with a plus-1 turnover differential.

Pittsburgh is 6-1 straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) in the past 7 games, with the lone loss coming in Cleveland. On the flip side, the Browns are 1-3 SU/ATS in the past 4 outings, with the only cover coming against the Steelers. The Over has cashed in 3 straight games.

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Browns at Steelers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Browns +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Steelers -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread: Browns +7 (-115) | Steelers -7 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Browns at Steelers key injuries

Browns

CB Myles Harden (shin) questionable
DT Maurice Hurst (ankle, foot) out
DE Sam Kamara (concussion) out
S Juan Thornhill (calf) questionable
WR Jamari Thrash (shoulder) questionable
WR Cedric Tillman (concussion) out
OT Jedrick Wills Jr. (knee) out

Steelers

DT Montravius Adams (knee) out
WR George Pickens (hamstring) questionable

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Browns at Steelers picks and predictions

Prediction

Steelers 29, Browns 18

Moneyline

The Steelers (-300) will set you back 3 times your potential return. That’s way too expensive, especially considering it has been just 16 days since the Browns (+240) topped Pittsburgh outright.

PASS.

Against the spread

The STEELERS -7 (-105) are worth a look in Sunday’s rematch. The weather conditions won’t be the same as they were in Cleveland, as temperatures will be mild with temperatures in the upper 40’s and just breezy conditions.

However, Pittsburgh will flip the script simply because it is at home. It is 4-1 SU/ATS in 5 games at Acrisure Stadium, including wins and covers in the past 3 at home, including an 18-16 victory and cover against the Baltimore Ravens in the most recent home game in Week 11.

Over/Under

OVER 43.5 (-115) is a strong play.

First off, the Over cashed in Week 12 in the first meeting between the Steelers and Browns. The Over has cashed in 6 of the past 7 games for Pittsburgh, including 2-1 in the past 3 home contests.

For the Browns, Cleveland has hit the Over in 3 in a row, averaging 28.0 PPG in the past 2 outings. It has also allowed 31.7 PPG in the past 3 contests, as the defense has been rather giving.

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