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Arizona Cardinals at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Arizona Cardinals (6-5) and Minnesota Vikings (9-2) meet Sunday. Kickoff from U.S. Bank Stadium is at 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Cardinals vs. Vikings odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Cardinals snapped a 4-game winning streak and fell out of first place in the NFC West last week. They lost 16-6 as 1-point favorites at the Seattle Seahawks Nov. 24 as the Under (47) cashed.

The Vikings escaped with a 30-27 OT win at the Chicago Bears Nov. 24 for their fourth consecutive victory. They had a late 11-point lead, but gave up a TD — and the ensuing 2-point conversion — with 22 seconds remaining, did not recover the onside kick, and allowed a game-tying field goal at the end of regulation. However, K John Parker Romo hit a 29-yard, game-winning field goal with 2:10 remaining in OT.

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Cardinals at Vikings 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 2:10 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Cardinals +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Vikings -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Cardinals +3.5 (-115) | Vikings -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 45 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Cardinals at Vikings key injuries

Cardinals

S Joey Blount (hip) questionable
RB Emari Demercado (back) questionable
DL Darius Robinson (calf) questionable
S Jalen Thompson (ankle) questionable

Vikings

TE Josh Oliver (wrist/ankle) out
LT Cam Robinson (foot) questionable
S Jay Ward (elbow) out

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Cardinals at Vikings picks and predictions

Prediction

Cardinals 23, Vikings 21

Moneyline

The Cardinals have not won in Minneapolis since 1977, and the Vikings are 4-1 at home this season. However, the Cardinals have responded following losses. Only once this season have they lost consecutive games.

Minnesota’s No. 1-ranked run defense will be tough for the Cardinals’ No. 6 rushing offense, but the X-factor will be Cardinals QB Kyler Murray. He has been careful with the football this season. The Vikings have turned the ball over in 4 straight games and in 9 of 11 this season. They have also had at least 1 takeaway in every game.

After the Cardinals’ offensive line played terribly in Week 4, the Cardinals bounced back and beat the San Francisco 49ers on the road.

They are coming off another terrible game from the offensive line.

They will bounce back for a surprising upset.

BET CARDINALS (+150).

Against the spread

If you aren’t as confident about an outright win by the Cardinals, the Vikings are 2-3-1 ATS in their last 6 games.

The Cardinals are 7-4 ATS this season and 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games.

If you don’t like the Cardinals to win outright, at least take them to cover the +3.5 (-115), even though the +150 on the moneyline will give you a much better payout.

PASS.

Over/Under

Four of the last 5 games for the Cardinals have not reached 45 total points.

Three of the last 4 for the Vikings also have not.

Both defenses are playing well. The Cardinals have allowed only 1 offensive TD in their last 3 games.

BET UNDER 45 (-110).

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Pittsburgh Steelers at Cincinnati Bengals odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Pittsburgh Steelers (8-3) visit the Cincinnati Bengals (4-7) Sunday. Kickoff from Paycor Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Steelers vs. Bengals odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Pittsburgh snapped a 5-game winning streak with a 24-19 loss at the Cleveland Browns Nov. 21 as a 3.5-point favorite. QB Russell Wilson was 21-of-28 passing for 270 yards and a TD.

Cincinnati is coming off a bye week and has lost back-to-back games after falling 34-27 at the LA Chargers Nov. 17 as a 1-point underdog. QB Joe Burrow completed 28 of 50 passes for 356 yards with 3 TDs. WRs Ja’Marr Chase (7 receptions, 75 yards, 2 TDs) and Tee Higgins (9, 148, 1) each had big games in the loss.

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Steelers at Bengals 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 1:50 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Steelers +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Bengals -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Steelers +3 (-110) | Bengals -3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 47 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Steelers at Bengals key injuries

Steelers

DT Montravius Adams (knee) out
LB Alex Highsmith (ankle) doubtful
CB Cory Trice Jr. (hamstring) out

Bengals

T Orlando Brown (fibula) questionable
WR Charlie Jones (groin) doubtful
DT Sheldon Rankins (illness) out
LB Logan Wilson (knee) questionable

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Steelers at Bengals picks and predictions

Prediction

Bengals 34, Steelers 27

Moneyline

PASS.

There is better value on the spread.

Against the spread

BET BENGALS -3 (-110).

Cincinnati has been hot offensively, scoring 27 or more points in its last 3 games. Coming off a bye week, expect its defense to come out with a new look that will provide the necessary backing to assist Burrow and the offense in a big home win.

Pittsburgh has scored 19 or fewer points in back-to-back games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 47 (-110).

While the Pittsburgh-Cincinnati matchup is typically a battle in the trenches, expect both sides to come out firing and put up a lot of points. Burrow and Chase are each having NFL-leading seasons, while the Bengals defense has been a big issue. Pittsburgh has hit the Over in 5 of its last 6, while Cincinnati has hit the Over in 4 straight.

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LA Chargers at Atlanta Falcons odds, picks and predictions

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

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The LA Chargers (7-4) visit the Atlanta Falcons (6-5) Sunday. Kickoff from Mercedes-Benz Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook NFL odds around the Chargers vs. Falcons odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Chargers snapped a 4-game winning streak with a 30-23 loss against the Baltimore Ravens Monday as 3-point home underdogs. QB Justin Herbert was 21-of-36 passing for 218 yards and rushed for a TD.

The Falcons are coming off a bye week and have dropped back-to-back games after falling 38-6 at the Denver Broncos Nov. 17 as 2-point underdogs. QB Kirk Cousins completed 18 of 27 passes for 173 yards with an INT.

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Chargers at Falcons 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 1:30 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Chargers -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Falcons +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Chargers -1 (-110) | Falcons +1 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 48 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chargers at Falcons key injuries

Chargers

RB J.K. Dobbins (knee) out
S Alohi Gilman (hamstring) out
CB Cam Hart (ankle) out
LB Daiyan Henley (calf) questionable
LB Denzel Perryman (groin) out

Falcons

CB Mike Hughes (neck) out
RB Jase McClellan (knee) out

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Chargers at Falcons picks and predictions

Prediction

Chargers 31, Falcons 24

Moneyline

PASS.

The spread has better value.

Against the spread

BET CHARGERS -1 (-110).

This is a great price for a Chargers team that is 7-4 straight up/ATS this season and has won 4 of its last 5. While they are dealing with injuries, the Chargers will still see a near full-strength roster Sunday.

Atlanta has struggled of late, losing 3 of its last 5 games and allowing 20 or more points in 10 straight.

Over/Under

BET OVER 48 (-110).

Atlanta’s defense has allowed 20 or more points in each of its last 10 games and 26 or more in 3 of its last 5. It has scored 17 or more in 8 of its last 10.

LA’s offense has been hot recently, scoring 23 or more points in 5 straight games, while its defense has allowed 17 or more in each of its last 3.

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LA Rams at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and predictions

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

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The LA Rams (5-6) and New Orleans Saints (4-7) will square off Sunday afternoon at the Caesers Superdome in a Week 13 matchup. Kickoff is set for 4:05 p.m. ET (FOX) from New Orleans, La. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Rams vs. Saints odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Rams were embarrassed by the Philadelphia Eagles Nov. 24, losing 37-20 at home in prime time. It was their second loss in their last 3 games, dropping their record below .500 and putting them 1 game back of the Arizona Cardinals and Seattle Seahawks in the NFC West.

The Saints were off in Week 12 for their bye, but they won their last 2 games. They beat the Atlanta Falcons, 20-17, in Darren Rizzi’s debut as interim coach in Week 10, and then cruised past the Cleveland Browns, 35-14, in Week 11.

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Rams at Saints 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 Friday at 9:45 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rams -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Saints +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Rams -2.5 (-115) | Saints +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rams at Saints key injuries

Rams

LT Alaric Jackson (foot) questionable
RT Rob Havenstein (ankle) probable

Saints

C Erik McCoy (groin) questionable

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Prediction

Rams 24, Saints 20

Moneyline

The Saints have some momentum under Rizzi, but the Rams’ receivers are going to pose some serious problems for the Saints’ secondary, as will their pass rush against New Orleans’ offensive line. The Rams are in better playoff positioning and badly need a win after last week’s loss to the Eagles.

BET RAMS (-145) on the money line, even being on the road. They’re the better team on paper and have the advantage at quarterback and coach, which will be the difference.

Against the spread

The Rams are 2-1 ATS in their last 3 games as the favorites, covering on the road against the New England Patriots (-4) and Seattle Seahawks (-1). They’ll beat the Saints, and it’s worth betting them to cover the spread while it’s under the key number of -3.

BET RAMS -2.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The Saints erupted for 35 points against the Browns 2 weeks ago, but their offense is really lacking playmakers with WR Chris Olave out. If the Rams can contain RB Alvin Kamara and TE Taysom Hill, they should be able to keep the Saints offense in check.

The Rams are also inconsistent on offense, and their inability to score touchdowns in the red zone (31st in NFL) has kept their point total down. BET UNDER 49.5 (-110).

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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

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 6:20 p.m. ET.

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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Winner winner turkey dinner: NFL parlay for Thanksgiving

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

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It’s Thanksgiving time, as Week 13 of the 2024 NFL regular season kicks off with 3 games. We’ll pick a 3-way parlay for the holiday, and you’ll notice we changed the name of this column from “Winner winner chicken dinner” to, well, you see …

Last week we picked 2 of these 3 teams in our weekly parlay. The Detroit Lions crushed us as we backed the Indianapolis Colts catching 7.5 points, and the home side wasn’t able to cut the mustard in getting beat 24-6.

For the Green Bay Packers, QB Jordan Love and company, laying 5.5 points was no problem in a 38-10 home against the San Francisco 49ers and backup QB Brandon Allen at Lambeau Field. The Pack play another one at home Thanksgiving night when they host the Miami Dolphins (5-6).

The third leg of our “Winner winner chicken dinner” Week 12 parlay was the Under (47) in the Arizona Cardinals at Seattle Seahawks. In the drizzle, the 2 teams combined for just 22 points for the easy Under — Seattle won 16-6.

So, we hit 2 of our 3 legs, but unfortunately the Lions roared too loudly (against the Colts).

Now to Thanksgiving! After looking at BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL Week 13 Thanksgiving odds, here is our “Winner winner turkey dinner” NFL parlay bet to cash in on among SportsbookWire’s NFL expert picks and predictions.

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WEEK 13 — THANKSGIVING

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 5:04 a.m. ET. All games ET.

Leg 1: UNDER 47.5 (-110) – Bears at Lions – 12:30 p.m. (CBS)

The Chicago Bears (4-7) meet the Lions (10-1) in the traditional early game to kick off the Thursday holiday slate.

Chicago leads the all-time series 105-78-5 against the NFC North rivals.

Detroit is also staring at a 7-game losing streak on Thanksgiving, falling 29-22 last season against the Packers. In 2021, the Bears picked up a 16-14 road win, and 3 of the Lions’ past 6 losses on Turkey Day have come against Chicago. The last time the Lions topped the Bears on Thanksgiving was 34-17 in 2014.

The Under is 2-1 in the past 3 games for the Lions on Thanksgiving against the Bears, but the Over is 4-1 in Detroit’s past 5 games on the holiday, so be careful. The Under is 4-2 in the past 6 meetings in this series, with the Under cashing in 2 of the past 3 meetings at Ford Field.

Chicago has cashed low in 4 of the past 5 games since Oct. 27, scoring 19 or fewer points in 4 of the previous 5 outings, while allowing 20 or fewer points in 3 of those contests.

For Detroit, the Under has cashed in 3 of the past 4 games, including the 24-6 win in Indy last week. The defense has allowed 12 points in the past 2 outings, and 14 or fewer points in 4 of the previous 5 contests.

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Leg 2: COWBOYS -3.5 (-105) vs. Giants – 4:30 p.m. (FOX)

The New York Giants (2-9) and the Dallas Cowboys (4-7) meet at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, in the middle game of the holiday schedule.

For the third consecutive game, the Giants will have a different starting quarterback. After QB Tommy Devito replaced QB Daniel Jones last week against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he apparently suffered an injury, and did not travel with the team. So, it’s up to QB Drew Lock to try to rally the troops.

Speaking of rallying troops, that’s what Dallas QB Cooper Rush did last week in Washington. He and the Cowboys had a wild fourth quarter, stunning the Commanders 34-26 to win outright as a 10.5-point underdog as the Over (44.5) cashed.

The Cowboys halted a 5-game non-cover streak, while the Over has cashed in 4 of the past 6 outings. The 34 points scored in D.C. was a season high, and it was accomplished by Rush, while helped out by 2 special teams TDs.

The Giants are on a 6-game losing streak, while also failing to cover in any of those outings. The Under is 4-2 in the skid, too, while the Under is 8-3 in 11 games this season.

The books have pushed this line way down, so we’ll look to the line instead. Dallas should be able to carry over its momentum from last week’s big win in D.C. to knock around the reeling G-Men.

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Leg 3: UNDER 47.5 (-105) — Dolphins at Packers – 8:20 p.m. (NBC)

The Dolphins (5-6) and Packers (8-3) meet in the not-so-frozen tundra at Lambeau Field in the night game.

The weather forecast shows a kickoff temperature of 26 degrees, but while it will be mostly cloudy, there is only a slight chance of flurries with a wind at 10-12 MPH. It will be interesting to see how the warm-blooded Dolphins adjust to the conditions.

The Dolphins have won 3 straight games to turn their season around, and they won their most recent prime-time game on the road 23-15 at the LA Rams Nov. 11.

Miami has cashed Over the total in 4 of the past 5 games, but this will easily be the chilliest game it has played all season. The Dolphins are 4-0 ATS in the past 4 games.

For Green Bay, it covered last week against San Francisco, but prior to that the Packers were 0-4 ATS. The Under is 5-2 in the past 7 games for Green Bay, too, including 3-1 in the past 4 at home.

With the icy conditions in Green Bay, we’ll look for Miami to be a little sluggish to start. Let’s go with the Under in the nightcap, although it won’t be surprising to see this game into the low 40’s, in terms of points.

PARLAY CARD

UNDER 47.5 (-110): Lions vs. Bears
COWBOYS -3.5 (-105) vs. Giants
UNDER 47.5 (-105): Packers vs. Dolphins

Parlay payout: Bet $10 to profit $62.77 (payout = $72.77).

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Chicago Bears at Detroit Lions odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Chicago Bears at Detroit Lions odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Chicago Bears (4-7) and Detroit Lions (10-1) meet on Thanksgiving Day. Kickoff Thursday from Ford Field is set for 12:30 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Bears vs. Lions odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Chicago lost 30-27 in overtime to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday as a 3-point underdog. Chicago allowed a whopping 452 yards to Minnesota in losing its fifth straight game.

Detroit is on a 9-game winning streak after beating the Indianapolis Colts 24-6 Sunday while covering as a 7-point favorite. After going scoreless in the first quarter, the Lions scored twice in the second quarter to take command. The Lions gained 390 yards while holding the Colts to just 268 yards and a pair of field goals.

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Bears at Lions odds

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Moneyline (ML): Bears +400 (bet $100 to win $400) | Lions -550 (bet $550 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bears +10 (-105) | Lions -10 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bears at Lions key injuries

Bears

WR Keenan Allen (ankle) questionable
RB D’Andre Swift (groin) questionable

Lions

None

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Prediction

Lions 28, Bears 17

Moneyline

PASS.

The Lions (-550) should pick up the win here against their NFC North opponent, but such a heavy favorite is never worth the risk of betting on. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET LIONS -10 (-115).

Detroit has covered the spread in 2 straight games and is 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games. It has 6 double-digit wins in the last 8 games. On the other hand, the Bears are only 1-3-1 ATS in their last 5 games. The Lions have also covered ATS in 3 of their last 5 games against the Bears.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 48.5 (-110).

The Under has hit in 4 of Chicago’s last 6 games and is 7-4 for the Bears this season. The Under has also hit in 2 of the last 3 Chicago-Detroit matchups.

Detroit’s defense has been locked in of late, allowing just 12 points in its last 2 games combined.

This is a lean because the Lions have a very explosive offense that make betting the Under for any game a risk.

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Miami Dolphins at Green Bay Packers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Miami Dolphins at Green Bay Packers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Miami Dolphins (5-6) ring in the holidays against the Green Bay Packers (8-3) with a Thanksgiving Day game. Kickoff Thursday from Lambeau Field is set for 8:20 p.m. EST (NBC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Dolphins vs. Packers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Phins have won 3 straight after a 34-15 win over the New England Patriots as 7.5-point favorites. QB Tua Tagovailoa is rounding into form as he threw for 317 yards and 4 TDs. WR Jaylen Waddle (8-144-1) and TE Jonnu Smith (9-87-1) balled out in the victory.

The Packers have won 2 straight and 6 of 7 games after a 38-10 beatdown of the beat-up San Francisco 49ers. They were 6-point faves in that one. RB Josh Jacobs controlled the game with 26 carries for 106 yards and 3 TDs. QB Jordan Love didn’t have to do a whole lot as he was 13-for-23 for 163 yards and 2 scores.

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Dolphins at Packers 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 Wednesday at 6:32 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Dolphins +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Packers -185 (bet $185 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Dolphins +3.5 (-115) | Packers -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Dolphins at Packers key injuries

Dolphins

OT Terron Armstead (knee) questionable
LB Tyus Bowser (knee, calf) out
CB Kendall Fuller (concussion) out

Packers

CB Jaire Alexander (knee) out
LB Edgerrin Cooper (hamstring) out
WR Romeo Doubs (concussion) out
C Josh Myers (pectoral) questionable

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Dolphins at Packers picks and predictions

Prediction

Packers 24, Dolphins 20

Moneyline

It’s slated to be 27 degrees for this game, and Miami is a warm-weather team that will likely flounder in the cold. However, -185 is too steep for me.

JOSH JACOBS OVER 74.5 RUSHING YARDS (-110) is a no-brainer for me. He has hit this mark in 5 straight games, and the cold weather will give Green Bay the advantage to run some clock.

Against the spread

Go easy here, and I would consider paying to scale it back to -2.5 (-150), but I will take the PACKERS -3.5 (-105). The Pack have gone 1-4 ATS over the last 5 games, and the Dolphins’ offense has looked good. But this weather is a different animal.

Over/Under

The Packers are 4-5-1 O/U in the last 10 games, and the Dolphins are 5-5. These teams last met in 2022 in Miami, and the Under hit with the Pack winning 26-20. The last time Miami was in Lambeau was 2018 and it was a 31-12 Packers victory with an Under cash.

I like the UNDER 47.5 (-105).

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New York Giants at Dallas Cowboys odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New York Giants at Dallas Cowboys odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Dallas Cowboys (4-7) host the New York Giants (2-9) on Thursday during the Cowboys’ annual Thanksgiving Day home game. Kickoff from AT&T Stadium is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Cowboys vs. Giants odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

This Texas holiday hoedown marks the second meeting of the year between these 2 impending postseason spectators. The Cowboys survived the first matchup, an ugly 20-15 win in Week 4 on Thursday Night Football.

Dallas surprised the Washington Commanders with a wild 34-26 win Sunday. New York failed to generate much offense during its 30-7 loss on the same day to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Neither club will feature its preseason starting QB. The Cowboys have been without Dak Prescott (hamstring) since Week 9; he’s on IR and out for the season. Meanwhile, the Giants benched and then released Daniel Jones before their previous game.

With a surprising 2-game stretch that included upending the Commanders, QB Cooper Rush will carry the flag for the home team. The Giants likely won’t have cutlets at the feast, though: QB Tommy DeVito (right forearm) is likely to be replaced by Drew Lock.

Still, it’s football on Thanksgiving, so you know we’re betting on it.

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Giants at Cowboys 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 Wednesday at 3:43 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Giants +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Cowboys -185 (bet $185 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Giants +3.5 (-115) | Cowboys -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 37.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Giants at Cowboys key injuries

Giants

QB Tommy DeVito (forearm) questionable

Cowboys

CB DaRon Bland (foot)
WR Brandin Cooks (knee)
CB Trevon Diggs (groin/knee)
TE Jake Ferguson (concussion)
LB Eric Kendricks (groin/shoulder)
WR CeeDee Lamb (back/foot)
G Zack Martin (ankle/shoulder)
QB Cooper Rush (knee)
G Tyler Smith (ankle/knee)

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Giants at Cowboys picks and predictions

Prediction

Cowboys 21, Giants 20

Moneyline

After the announcement that Lock likely would replace DeVito, the odds swung in the Giants’ favor toward a less-profitable (+150) from (+165).

Despite the ample flaws in his game, Lock boasts a deep ball that should keep the Giants in the game if they fall behind.

Either way, rookie RB Tyrone Tracy looks primed to feast on the Cowboys’ defensive interior and give Lock room to work.

One or two plays could swing the entire outcome of this matchup, especially with Lock taking over. Dallas was -200 before that news swung things violently.

Neither side has enough +EV for bettors to care about the ML, unless it’s in a parlay. Find other avenues for betting this game.

PASS.

Against the spread

Both clubs struggle ATS (Cowboys 3-7-1, Giants 2-8-1).

Although the Giants’ juice was a bit friendlier at (-105) earlier in the week, take the points, especially with a more experienced quarterback under center to take better advantage of New York’s intriguing offensive pieces.

BET GIANTS +3.5 (-115).

Over/Under

Rush exceeded expectations during Dallas’ win over Washington. The backup-turned-starter continued the Cowboys’ success on the Over/Under, pushing them to 7-4 on the year.

The Giants’ offense has hardly reached those heights at 3-8 against the total.

Still, Dallas’ defense should provide enough help to let the Giants hold up their end of the bargain, especially if New York can simply get the ball in star rookie WR Malik Nabers‘ hands in space.

Luckily, the total dipped from 38.5 on Monday to 37.5 at time of writing, which justifies backing the Over even more strongly as the strongest wager of these 3 categories.

BET OVER 37.5 (-110).

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Baltimore Ravens at LA Chargers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Baltimore Ravens at LA Chargers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Baltimore Ravens (7-4) meet the LA Chargers (7-3) for Monday Night Football in Week 12 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET (ESPN/ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NFL odds around the Ravens vs. Chargers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

While the headlines are going to surround Ravens coach John Harbaugh against brother Jim Harbaugh of the Chargers, the real story is MVP candidate QB Lamar Jackson against healthy QB Justin Herbert.

The Ravens are looking to bounce back after a disappointing 18-16 loss in a showdown at Pittsburgh which cost them first place in the AFC North. After the Steelers lost at Cleveland on Thursday, the Ravens can move back to within a half-game of the lead with a win.

The Chargers dominated the Bengals last week on Sunday night, then they sputtered early in the second half before rebounding for the 34-27 win in the fourth quarter. LA has won and covered in 4 straight games, and the offense is back, going for 27 or more points in each of thge past 3 contests.

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Ravens at Chargers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Ravens -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Chargers +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Ravens -2.5 (-115) | Chargers +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 50.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Ravens at Chargers key injuries

Ravens

DT Travis Jones (ankle) questionable
S Sanoussi Kane (ankle) out
C Tyler Linderbaum (back) questionable
CB Arthur Maulet (calf) out
LB Roquan Smith (hamstring) questionable

Chargers

LB Bud Dupree (foot) questionable
S AJ Finley (ankle) questionable
CB Cam Hart (concussion, ankle) questionable
TE Hayden Hurst (hip) out
DB Deane Leonard (hamstring) questionable
LB Khalil Mack (groin) questionable
WR Ladd McConkey (shoulder) questionable
LB Denzel Perryman (groin) out

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Ravens at Chargers picks and predictions

Prediction

Ravens 34, Chargers 23

Moneyline

The RAVENS (-150) are moderate favorites, and not a bad play if you want to just pick a straight up winner and not worry about the spread.

Jackson and the Baltimore offense should be angry after last weekend’s setback in the Steel City, and the guys from Charm City should bounce back for a convincing win in the Harbaugh Bowl.

Against the spread

Play RAVENS -2.5 (-105) if you’re a more of a traditional bettor. Baltimore has failed to cover the past 2 outings, while going 1-3 ATS in the past 4 games. It’s especially nice that this went from a flat 3 to 2 and a hook.

Meanwhile, the Chargers +2.5 (-115) are 4-0 ATS in the previous 4 contests. However, McConkey carrying a questionable tag is a concern, since he has grown into a vital role into the offense.

Trust the Baltimore offense to get the job done. Baltimore leads the NFL with 430.1 total yards per game, while rolling up 177.3 rushing yards per contests and 30.4 PPG.

The Bolts have been a lockdown defense this season, but the electric dual threat Jackson and RB Derrick Henry will confuse the home team all night long. LA hasn’t seen such a diversified offense this season.

Over/Under

OVER 50.5 (-110) is a solid play, even though this is a big number.

While Baltimore has a top-notch offense, the defense has been very giving, particularly through the air. With Herbert, he’ll be able to match Jackson pass for pass for most of the game. The Ravens allow 284.5 passing yards per game, which is dead-last in the NFL.

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