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Steelers-Bengals is one of two Week 12 games all experts agree on

Here’s who experts see winning the AFC North clash.

The NFL experts behind weekly picks again aren’t big fans of the Cincinnati Bengals.

This time the experts don’t see the Bengals emerging from another encounter with the Pittsburgh Steelers as winners.

According to NFL Pick Watch, 100 percent of the experts polled see the Steelers winning. That, besides New Orleans over Carolina, is the only game on the schedule with a 100 percent pick rate.

It is at least a little surprising this time. The Bengals are only 6.5-point underdogs this time out against a Steelers team that just dropped a game against the Cleveland Browns and could be without JuJu Smith-Schuster and James Conner — never mind all the distractions coming from the fight with Myles Garrett.

And yet, the Bengals struggled to get anything going offensively a week ago in a loss to Oakland. The history against the Steelers remains there too after this season’s 23-7 loss in Week 4.

The Bengals might pull off an upset and grab that first win of the season. But in a straight-up pick ’em, it makes some sense experts aren’t rolling with the winless Bengals.

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New York Giants at Chicago Bears odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s New York Giants at Chicago Bears Week 12 betting odds and lines, with NFL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The New York Giants (2-8) visit the Chicago Bears (4-6) Sunday at Soldier Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET. We analyze the Giants-Bears odds and sports betting lines, while providing sports betting tips and advice on this matchup.

Giants at Bears: Week 12 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Giants have lost six straight games. Each of those losses (and their first two of the season) were by six or more points.
  • The Bears are coming off of their second-biggest loss of the season, dropping their Sunday Night Football matchup with the Los Angeles Rams 17-7 on the road.
  • Bears QB Mitchell Trubisky has been held below 200 passing yards in three straight games. Only seven teams allow more passing yards per game than the Giants’ 259.0.
  • Chicago ranks fourth in the NFL with 17.4 points allowed per game. It’s fifth-last with 16.9 points scored per outing.
  • New York’s 28.9 points allowed per game ranks 30th. It’s 27th in average total yards allowed.
  • The Giants are 2-18 when committing two or more turnovers in a game since the start of the 2017 season. The Bears have forced 14 turnovers this year.

Giants at Bears: Key injuries

Giants WR Sterling Shepard (concussion) is expected to return. TE Evan Engram (foot) is questionable.

Bears QB Mitchell Trubisky (hip) could be forced to sit after suffering a hip pointer. Chase Daniel could draw the start.

Giants at Bears: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 7:20 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Bears 20, Giants 13

Moneyline (?)

The Bears are 2-3 at home while the Giants are 1-4 on the road. Chicago has the defense to stifle New York and Trubisky (or Daniel) will receive a boost against the Giants’ woeful pass defense.

The Bears are my pick to win this game outright, but there’s no way they should be worth the -278 odds in any matchup. The Giants still aren’t worth much thought at +220 on the road.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Bears to win outright returns a profit of just $3.60. This is termed a chalky play and isn’t worth the risk.

Against the Spread (?)

Both teams are 3-7 against the spread. The Bears fall an average of 2.5 points shy of the cover, with the Giants falling 4.8 points short. Chicago is 2-3 ATS at home and New York is 2-3 on the road.

The BEARS (-6.5, –110) will pull this out at home, winning by seven or more points in a strong defensive effort, thanks to mistakes from the Giants offense.

Over/Under (?)

The best play with this game is the UNDER 40.5 (-115). Neither team is capable of handling the bulk of the scoring if the other is shut down. It’s unlikely we get a mutual effort.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Atlanta Falcons odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Atlanta Falcons Week 12 betting lines and odds, with NFL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The Atlanta Falcons (3-7) welcome the NFC South-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-7) to Mercedes-Benz Stadium Sunday for a 1 p.m. kickoff. We analyze the Buccaneers-Falcons odds and sports betting lines, while providing sports betting tips and advice on this matchup.

Buccaneers at Falcons: Week 12 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Falcons have won the last five head-to-head meetings dating back to November 2016. Atlanta scored 34 points in each of last year’s two meetings.
  • The Buccaneers rank sixth in the NFL with 27.7 points per game. The Falcons score 22.0 PPG, ranking 30th in the league with just 74.5 team rushing yards per outing.
  • The Bucs haven’t allowed a rushing touchdown since Week 8.
  • Tampa Bay QB Jameis Winston threw four interceptions last week in a 34-17 home loss to the rival New Orleans Saints. It was his third time this season being picked off at least three times in a game.
  • The Falcons allow 26.2 points per game to the Bucs’ league-worst 31.3 points allowed.
  • Atlanta has totaled 11 sacks over two consecutive wins after compiling just seven over its first eight games.
  • The Bucs have the fourth-worst turnover differential in the league at minus-10. The Falcons are minus-eight.

Buccaneers at Falcons: Key injuries

Buccaneers DL William Gholston (ankle) was spotted Monday in a walking boot.

Falcons TE Austin Hooper (knee) and RB Devonta Freeman (foot) remain week-to-week.

Buccaneers at Falcons: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 6 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Falcons 35, Buccaneers 24

Moneyline (?)

The FALCONS (-223) are favored at home despite a 1-3 record. They dominated the division-rival Saints and Carolina Panthers the last two weeks with valiant efforts from the defense. The Bucs are 2-3 on the road, but the new-found Falcons pass rush should wreak havoc on the mistake-prone Winston and lead the way to a third straight win.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Falcons to win outright returns a profit of $4.48 (10 divided by 2.23).

Against the Spread (?)

The more profitable play is on ATLANTA with the points (-4.5, -110). The Falcons will need to win by at least five points, as they easily did each of the last two weeks.

Atlanta is 4-6 against the spread for the year while Tampa Bay is a league-worst 2-8 ATS. The first eight games for the Falcons seem like they can be thrown out and the home side will cover once again.

Over/Under (?)

Take the OVER 51.5 (-106). The Falcons overcame the losses of Freeman and Hooper last week to put up 29 points on the road in Carolina. Mistakes from Winston and quality field position will lead to even more scoring as they return home.

The Buccaneers are a league-best 8-2 against the Over/Under while topping the projection by an average of 10.2 points per game.

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NFL Betting Guide – Week 11: Odds, lines, spreads, picks and best bets

Game-by-game NFL Week 11 breakdowns, with NFL betting odds, lines, predictions, picks and betting tips for each game.

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SportsbookWire’s NFL Betting Guide is at your service for Week 11; full of NFL odds, lines, spreads, game-by-game predictions, picks and best-bet selections to help you make the best NFL sports bets for the week.

Be sure to check out our top NFL Underdog Bets for Week 11, where our Ken Pomponio is 18-12 on underdog predictions with this weekly staple.

BYE WEEK ALERT: The Green Bay Packers, New York Giants, Seattle Seahawks and Tennessee Titans all have the week off.

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NFL Week 11 – Sunday, November 17th

Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers – 1:00 p.m. ET – FOX

Dallas Cowboys at Detroit Lions – 1:00 p.m. ET – FOX

Jacksonville Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

Buffalo Bills at Miami Dolphins – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

Houston Texans at Baltimore Ravens – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

Denver Broncos at Minnesota Vikings – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

New York Jets at Washington Redskins – 1:00 p.m. ET – FOX

New Orleans Saints at Tampa Bay Buccaneers – 1:00 p.m. ET – FOX

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Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers – 4:05 p.m. ET – FOX

Cincinnati Bengals at Oakland Raiders – 4:25 p.m. ET – CBS

New England Patriots at Philadelphia Eagles – 4:25 p.m. ET – CBS

Chicago Bears at Los Angeles Rams – 8:20 p.m. ET – NBC

NFL Week 11 – Monday, November 18th

Kansas City Chiefs at Los Angeles Chargers – 8:15 p.m. ET – ESPN

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NFL Betting Guide – Week 11: Odds, lines, spreads, picks and best bets

Game-by-game NFL Week 11 breakdowns, with NFL betting odds, lines, predictions, picks and betting tips for each game.

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SportsbookWire’s NFL Betting Guide is at your service for Week 11; full of NFL odds, lines, spreads, game-by-game predictions, picks and best-bet selections to help you make the best NFL sports bets for the week.

Be sure to check out our top NFL Underdog Bets for Week 11, where our Ken Pomponio is 18-12 on underdog predictions with this weekly staple.

BYE WEEK ALERT: The Green Bay Packers, New York Giants, Seattle Seahawks and Tennessee Titans all have the week off.

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NFL Week 11 – Sunday, November 17th

Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers – 1:00 p.m. ET – FOX

Dallas Cowboys at Detroit Lions – 1:00 p.m. ET – FOX

Jacksonville Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

Buffalo Bills at Miami Dolphins – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

Houston Texans at Baltimore Ravens – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

Denver Broncos at Minnesota Vikings – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

New York Jets at Washington Redskins – 1:00 p.m. ET – FOX

New Orleans Saints at Tampa Bay Buccaneers – 1:00 p.m. ET – FOX

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Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers – 4:05 p.m. ET – FOX

Cincinnati Bengals at Oakland Raiders – 4:25 p.m. ET – CBS

New England Patriots at Philadelphia Eagles – 4:25 p.m. ET – CBS

Chicago Bears at Los Angeles Rams – 8:20 p.m. ET – NBC

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NFL Week 11 – Monday, November 18th

Kansas City Chiefs at Los Angeles Chargers – 8:15 p.m. ET – ESPN

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Chargers at Chiefs: Kansas City favored in Mexico City

Previewing the Kansas City Chiefs vs. L.A. Chargers Week 11 NFL matchup, with NFL betting odds, lines, picks and best bets

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The Los Angeles Chargers (4-6) and Kansas City Chiefs (6-4) hook up for the first time this season, facing off on Monday night at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Kickoff is set for 8:15 p.m. ET.

Chiefs vs. Chargers: Week 11 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Chargers are coming off an extended break, having played on Thursday night in Week 10, a 26-24 loss to the Oakland Raiders.
  • Chargers QB Philip Rivers threw three interceptions in that game. He had five touchdown passes and three interceptions in two games against the Chiefs last season.
  • The Chargers have the eighth-best scoring defense in the league (points per game). The Chiefs are 20th.
  • The Chiefs average more than 28 points per game on offense. The Chargers average fewer than 21.
  • Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes had 446 passing yards and three touchdowns in Week 10 against the Tennessee Titans in his first game back after missing two games with an injury.

Chargers at Chiefs: Key injuries

Mahomes is healthy again and will play. DE Emmanuel Ogbah (pectoral) is out and will probably miss the rest of the season. OT Eric Fisher (groin) should return to the lineup for the first time since Week 2, while OG Laurent Duvernay-Tardif (ankle) should be in the lineup for the first time since Week 8.

Chargers RT Sam Tevi (knee) is expected to miss this week and more. LT Russell Okung (groin) is questionable.

Chargers at Chiefs: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 1:45 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Chiefs 38, Chargers 23

Moneyline (?)

With Mahomes healthy and his offensive line returning, the offense should be overwhelming again, making any bet other than the Chiefs seem like a waste of money. At –182, it won’t gain much profit ($5.49 profit on a $10 bet), but taking the Chargers at +150 doesn’t seem to be smart with the money, as the game probably won’t be that close.

Against the Spread (?)

The Chiefs are favored by 4.5 points (+105). The Chiefs are healthy on the offensive line so Mahomes can be dynamic. The Chargers might be without their two starting tackles. L.A. has struggled to score points, so expect a two-score win for the home team. Take the CHIEFS -4.5 (+105).

Over/Under (?)

The total is set at 52.5 points. The Chiefs should put up points. The question is whether the Chargers will do the same. Rivers is savvy enough that if the Chiefs jump out to a big lead, he will rally his team for late points. This game should easily hit the OVER (-115).

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Bills-Dolphins odds: Buffalo enters as huge road favorite

Previewing Sunday’s Bills at Dolphins NFL matchup with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

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The Buffalo Bills (6-3) travel to Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., for an AFC East tilt with the Miami Dolphins (2-7). Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET on Sunday. We analyze the Bills-Dolphins sports betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks and tips for the Week 11 matchup.

Bills-Dolphins: Week 11 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Bills are coming off a loss in Cleveland in Week 10, while the Dolphins surprised the Colts in Indianapolis last week.
  • Buffalo topped Miami 31-21 on Oct. 20 in Western New York, although the Dolphins did cover.
  • The Bills are 5-2-1 against the spread in their last eight against AFC foes, while the Dolphins are a perfect 4-0 ATS in their past four vs. AFC.
  • Buffalo has posted a 4-0-1 ATS in the past five road games, but is 1-6-1 ATS in its past eight on the road against teams with a losing home mark.
  • The Buffalo defense ranks third in total yards allowed (304.2), passing yards allowed (188.7) and points allowed (16.7) per game.
  • The Dolphins rank 31st in scoring (13.2 points per game), but they are averaging 18.7 PPG across the past four.
  • Miami enters on a 5-0 ATS streak, too.

Bills at Dolphins: Key injuries

Bills: DE Jerry Hughes (groin) did not practice Friday and is considered questionable, while TE Dawson Knox (knee) practiced in full Friday and is off the injury report.

Dolphins: DE Taco Charlton (elbow), S Reshad Jones (chest), LB Raekwon McMillan (knee) and DE Avery Moss (ankle) are questionable, while CB Ken Webster (ankle) is out.

Bills at Dolphins: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 1 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Bills 21, Dolphins 17

Moneyline (?)

The Bills (-295) should be able to ease by the Dolphins in South Florida, but a few things concern me about this game. One, the Bills will be playing in the heat and humidity of Miami, although it won’t be blazing hot. And, the Dolphins (+240) suddenly have a belief in themselves after two straight wins against the Jets and Colts.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Bills to win outright returns a $3.40 profit.

Against the Spread (?)

The DOLPHINS (+6.5, -110) were the laughingstock of the league earlier this season, getting their doors blown off in two straight games to open the season. However, they’re 5-0 ATS across the past five and look like an NFL-caliber team again with QB Ryan Fitzpatrick under center. The Bills (-6.5, -110) are a risky play on the road against a team which covered against them in Buffalo in October.

Over/Under (?)

The UNDER 40.5 (-106) is the way to go, although I’d go super light on this one. Miami’s defense is still not a juggernaut, and the Bills are much stronger running the football than slinging it around. As such, running teams equal under results.

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Saints-Buccaneers odds: New Orleans looks to rebound

Previewing Sunday’s New Orleans Saints at Tampa Bay Buccaneers Week 11 matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

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The New Orleans Saints (7-2) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-6) hook up at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa for a key NFC South battle at 1 p.m. Sunday.

We analyze the Saints-Buccaneers sports betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks and tips for the Week 11 matchup.

Saints-Buccaneers: Week 11 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Saints were stunned at home by the Atlanta Falcons last week, falling 26-9 despite entering the game as 14-point favorites.
  • New Orleans has covered three straight on the road, although this is its first time being favored away from home this season. Last season the Saints were 4-2 ATS in six games as a road favorite, including a 28-14 win at Tampa as 10-point favorites.

Saints at Buccaneers: Key injuries

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Saints: CB Carlton Davis (hip) practiced in full, but is still listed as questionable. LB Carl Nassib (groin), LB Anthony Nelson (hamstring) and S M.J. Stewart (knee) are out.

Buccaneers: OT Andrus Peat (forearm), CB Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) and WR Deonte Harris (hamstring) are each listed as out.

Saints at Buccaneers: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 2:20 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Saints 34, Buccaneers 26

Moneyline (?)

The Saints (-239) should be able to bounce back on the road in this divisional battle, but risking more than two times your return is not a wise way to go. The Buccaneers (+195) are awful on defense, but so were the Falcons. If there is any way to go, it’s the Bucs rather lightly.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Bucs moneyline returns a $19.50 profit with a Tampa Bay victory.

Against the Spread (?)

The SAINTS (-5.5, -110) should be able to get it done on the road, as long as their offense shows up. Their showing against an awful Atlanta defense was inexplicable, and you can expect them to pick apart the leaky D of the Buccaneers (+5.5, -110).

Over/Under (?)

The OVER 50.5 (-110) is the play whenever the Bucs are involved. The over has cashed in seven straight for the Bucs, and four of the past five at the RayJay. The Under has connected in eight of the past 11 on the road for the Saints, but the over is 9-3 in their past 12 following a straight-up loss.

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Cardinals-49ers odds: San Francisco big favorites after 1st loss of season

Previewing Sunday’s Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers Week 11 matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

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The Arizona Cardinals (3-6-1) are on the road to face the San Francisco 49ers (8-1) for the second time in three weeks in this NFC west battle. The game kicks off at 4:05 p.m. ET at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. The game will air on FOX.

We analyze the Cardinals-49ers odds and sports betting lines, while providing betting tips and advice on this Week 11 NFL matchup.

Cardinals at 49ers: Week 11 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The 49ers lost for the first time in this season in Week 10, a 27-24 overtime loss at home to the Seattle Seahawks.
  • Cardinals RB Kenyan Drake rushed for 110 yards and a touchdown and had 162 total yards against the 49ers two weeks ago.
  • Cardinals QB Kyler Murray had three touchdown passes last week and was intercepted for the first time in over a month. He set an NFL rookie record with 211 consecutive passes without an interception.
  • 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo threw four touchdown passes and had 317 passing yards against the Cardinals in Week 9.
  • The Cardinals have scored at least 25 points in five of the last six games. The 49ers have only given up more than 25 points twice all season.

Cardinals at 49ers: Key injuries

Cardinals: DE’s Jonathan Bullard (foot) and Rodney Gunter (calf), LB Terrell Suggs (hamstring) and CB Patrick Peterson (calf) are questionable. RB Chase Edmonds (hamstring) is out.

49ers: WR Dante Pettis (back) and LB Azeez Al-Shaair (concussion) are questionable. WR Emmanuel Sanders (ribs) and TE George Kittle (knee) are doubtful. OT Joe Staley (finger), RB Matt Breida (ankle) and DT D.J. Jones (groin) are out.

Cardinals at 49ers: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 1:50 p.m. ET.

Prediction

49ers 28, Cardinals 27

Moneyline (?)

AVOID. At -500, the San Francisco 49ers are almost a sure thing, but it will win you almost nothing. A $10 bet will only earn a $2 profit. However, the Cardinals at +370 make one heck of a value, but considering the imbalanced matchup, it isn’t worth the wager.

Against the Spread (?)

The 49ers are favored by 11.5 (+100) points at home. They are 5-4 ATS this season, while the Cardinals have been an impressive 7-3 ATS. The Cardinals are bad defensively, but the 49ers are missing enough weapons on offense to keep from pulling ahead by a bunch. The Cardinals offense is scoring enough to keep them in the game. Take the CARDINALS at +11.5 (-121).

Over/Under (?)

The total is set at 45.5, which seems low. While the 49ers are allowing only 14.3 points per game, good for second in the league, the Cardinals have scored at least 25 in five of the last six games, including against the 49ers two weeks ago. The Cardinals allow 28.1 points per game. Games involving the Cardinals have hit the Over in six of 10 games. Take the OVER (+100) in this one.

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Jets-Redskins odds: Redskins slight favorites at home

Previewing Sunday’s New York Jets at Washington Redskins Week 11 matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

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The New York Jets (2-7) face the Washington Redskins (1-8) Sunday at FedEx Field at 1 p.m. ET.

We analyze the Jets-Redskins odds and betting lines while providing betting tips and advice around this Week 11 NFL matchup.

Jets at Redskins: Week 11 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Jets held on for dear life as they beat the Giants 34-27 in week 10.
  • The Redskins were on a bye last week.
  • The last meeting between the two was a 34-20 Jets win in 2015.
  • Both teams have bad respective home/road splits. The Jets are 0-4 on the road, while the Redskins are 0-4 at home.
  • The Redskins defense is improving. They have given up 24.3 points per game but only 17.6 points per game since week 6.
  • The Redskins rank 30th in offensive yards per game (259.1 YPG) and average just 12 points per contest. They rank dead last in their last three games with just 204 yards per game of offense.
  • With that drought, the Redskins have announced that Dwayne Haskins will be their starting QB for the rest of the season.
  • The Jets allow just 81.9 yards per game rushing (second best in the NFL). Their 26.4 points per game rank 25th.
  • The Jets rank last in yards per game and passing yards per game. They rank 30th in points at 14.4 per contest.
  • The Jets have a turnover margin of minus-6, while the Redskins are minus-3.

Jets at Redskins: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 12:30 p.m. ET.

Prediction

NY Jets 20, Redskins 17

Moneyline (?)

The JETS (+115) remain a solid play because of the small price and value vs. the Redskins (-139). They have shown some offensive spark at times, particularly last week against the Giants. Washington can be just as bad defensively, especially considering an inexperienced quarterback could mean more time on the field spent.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Jets to win returns a profit of $11.50 with a victory.

Against the Spread (?)

Taking the Jets to win on the moneyline means picking them against the spread as well at (+2.5, -110). If  QB Case Keenum was starting, maybe there would have been some consideration but not now. New York has the momentum from last week’s win on their side.

Over/Under (?)

The UNDER 38.5 (-106) is the bet here. The Redskins averaging just 12 points per game makes this a reasonable wager. Also, weather could come into play with a possible coastal storm. Expect cold and potentially rainy/windy conditions.

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