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Dallas Cowboys at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and predictions: Player prop bets

Analyzing the Dallas Cowboys at Minnesota Vikings Week 8 matchup and offering up expert picks and predictions on the top player prop bets.

Sunday Night Football in Week 8 pits the Dallas Cowboys (5-1) against the Minnesota Vikings (3-3). Kickoff is set for 8:20 p.m. ET at U.S. Bank Field. Below, we look at the Cowboys vs. Vikings prop bet odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Cowboys have won five games in a row and are coming off their bye week. QB Dak Prescott injured his calf on the last play of their win in Week 6 and is questionable for the game. The Cowboys are the NFL’s top-scoring team with 34.2 points per game.

The Vikings are also coming off their bye week and have won two in a row to pull their record to .500. QB Kirk Cousins has 13 touchdown passes and only 2 interceptions through six games.

Cowboys at Vikings prop bet picks and predictions

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Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott OVER 74.5 rushing yards (-114)

Elliott has surpassed 75 rushing yards in three of his last four games. The Vikings have allowed a running back to rush for at least 75 yards three times this season and all were among the top backs in the league — Joe Mixon, Nick Chubb and Chris Carson.

Elliott is in that same category, and with Prescott questionable under center, there should be an increased focus on the run game.

Vikings RB Dalvin Cook OVER 19.5 rushing attempts (-135)

Cook is the Vikings’ workhorse. He has played in four games this season and has had at least 20 carries in three of them.

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins OVER 282.5 passing yards (-114)

The Cowboys have allowed at least 283 passing yards to four different quarterbacks this season (and allowed the Giants QBs Mike Glennon and Daniel Jones combine for 294 yards). Cousins has gone over that total three times this season. There figures to be a lot of passing yards with two potent offenses in play.

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Vikings WR Justin Jefferson OVER 87.5 receiving yards (-114)

The Vikings lead receiver, Jefferson has two games over this total and another two that just fell short of 88. The Cowboys allow the fifth-most passing yards per game in the league and Jefferson will get a bunch of those yards Sunday.

Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott anytime TD (+100)

Elliott has scored at least one touchdown in four of six games this season and the Vikings have allowed a rushing touchdown by a running back in five of their six games.

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NFL Player Prop Bets Picks: 3 best value bets of Week 8

Analyzing the Week 8 matchups and offering up expert picks and predictions on the top player prop bets.

A full Sunday slate is upon us after fans were treated to a thrilling Thursday Night Football game between the Arizona Cardinals and Green Bay Packers. Below, we look at the NFL Week 8 player prop bets odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

With teams like the Cincinnati Bengals surging up the power rankings, there are many must-see matchups Sunday. The Super Bowl-caliber Buffalo Bills are back in action. Will the Kansas City Chiefs’ steep decline continue? Week 8 will answer some questions.

Let’s dive into three player props to consider for those looking to bet on the games.

Week 8 prop bets picks

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last update at 8:45 a.m. ET.

Bills QB Josh Allen OVER 2.5 passing TDs (-114)

The Buffalo Bills are coming off a bye and, at 4-2, should be looking to get hot for the second portion of their season. The Super Bowl contenders are led by a top-three MVP favorite QB Josh Allen.

Allen started off the season slow but has since heated up.

He’s had 3 or more touchdowns in three of the team’s last four games. Without much of a run game, betting on Allen with a trio of elite receivers should be easy to understand.

The Dolphins rank 31st in points per game allowed. Allen should be able to take advantage against a struggling Miami team as I expect the Bills to put points on the board.

Panthers QB Sam Darnold UNDER 242.5 passing yards (-114)

The Carolina Panthers have no idea what they’re doing offensively. The team at least looked competent when RB Christian McCaffrey was in the lineup, oftentimes targeting him more than their receivers.

However, they’ve lost four straight and look confused offensively with Darnold not getting much protection or help.

Darnold threw for just 112 yards last week and has been under 210 yards in each of his last three outings. He had four straight games of over 275 yards to start the season, showing the impact of McCaffrey.

Without McCaffrey again in Week 8, there shouldn’t be much hope that Darnold can abuse a weak Atlanta Falcons secondary.

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Rams QB Matthew Stafford OVER 2.5 passing TDs (+109)

When the Rams score, like the Bills, it’s typically on the back of star quarterback Matthew Stafford. Stafford has been electric as of late, throwing for 3 or more touchdowns in his last two straight games.

He’s hit at least 3 touchdowns in the majority of games this season. They’ll be taking on the Houston Texans, who rank 27th in points allowed per game and rank 18th in passing yards allowed per game.

Given that combination, I think Stafford throwing for 3 touchdowns is a safe bet.

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NFL Prop Bets Payday: Week 8 player prop picks and predictions

Analyzing the top NFL player prop bets odds and lines of Week 8, with picks and predictions for the most intriguing individual player performances.

Below, we look at 5 NFL player prop bets for Week 8, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

As injuries have changed the face of the NFL in 2021, taking away many teams’ weapons, some players have seen their value drop too far or be inflated too much for what can be expected of them.

These are five prop bets we like to send bettors to the winner’s circle this Sunday.

Week 8 prop bet picks and predictions

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Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Kupp OVER 7.5 receptions (-118)

There are few players I like betting on more this season than Kupp. He has a rapport with QB Matthew Stafford like few receivers in the league. Kupp has been targeted 10 or more times in all seven games, has caught seven or more passes in six of them, and has nine or more catches in four – including his last two.

He gets one of the worst teams in the league in the Houston Texans and, while there is the potential for a blowout, the reason it will be a blowout is that Kupp has five or more catches before halftime.

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger UNDER 253.5 passing yards (-114)

This Over/Under is showing Big Ben a lot of respect, especially seeing he hasn’t surpassed his number for this week in his last three games and the Browns have a stout defense.

The Steelers aren’t as dependent on the pass as they have been in previous years with the emergence of RB Najee Harris, and Roethlisberger doesn’t throw many passes more than 10 or 15 yards. He may need 30 completions to hit this number and the Browns won’t let him have the time to make many deep passes.

Seattle Seahawks WR DK Metcalf OVER 63.5 receiving yards (-114)

There is a feeling that QB Geno Smith can’t get the job done — and there may be some validity to that — but he knows where he can find success and that’s throwing to Metcalf.

Considering the Seahawks are playing the woeful Jacksonville Jaguars you would think his Over/Under would be higher than it is, especially considering he has topped that number in four of his last five games against better opponents. One big play downfield and he will only have to catch four or five passes to hit the Over.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Leonard Fournette UNDER 55.5 rushing yards (-114)

The Saints run defense is no joke and, while Fournette’s Over/Under seems low, it will take a lot of things to happen to get to 56 rushing yards. QB Tom Brady is expected to come out throwing and not stop.

Backfield mate Ronald Jones will likely also get every third series, which will cut into his time. I love Fournette and what he’s capable of in this offense, but rushing yards won’t come easy against New Orleans.

Dallas Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott OVER 74.5 rushing yards (-114)

Everyone is under the impression that the Sunday game between the Cowboys and Vikings is going to be a pass-happy affair that will feature QBs Dak Prescott and Kirk Cousins airing it out.

However, this game also features two of the most prolific running backs in the league in Elliott and Dalvin Cook. Three running backs in six games have topped 80 yards rushing against the Vikings and Elliott is better than any of them.

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Indianapolis Colts at San Francisco 49ers odds, picks and predictions: Player prop bets

Analyzing the Indianapolis Colts at San Francisco 49ers Week 7 matchup and offering up expert picks and predictions on the top player prop bets.

The Indianapolis Colts (2-4) stop by Levi’s Stadium to play the San Francisco 49ers (2-3) on Sunday Night Football in Week 7. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Colts vs. 49ers prop bet odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

Indy handled business last weekend by crushing the Houston Texans 31-3 as 11.5-point home favorites. Colts RB Jonathan Taylor rushed for 145 yards on just 14 carries with two rushing TDs. QB Carson Wentz completed 11-of-20 passes for 223 yards and a 2 TD:0 INT ratio.

San Francisco had a bye Week 6 and announced earlier this week QB Jimmy Garoppolo will be starting vs. the Colts Sunday after rookie QB Trey Lance was ruled out with a knee injury.

Colts at 49ers prop bet picks and predictions

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49ers RB Elijah Mitchell UNDER 62.5 rushing yards (-118)

If San Francisco’s offense is going to have success on Sunday Night Football then it’ll most likely have to come through the passing game.

According to Football Outsiders, Indy’s defense has the best rushing DVOA in the NFL and the Colts have played against formidable ground games. In fact, three of Indy’s opponents are in the top-10 of offensive rushing DVOA: Seattle Seahawks, Tennesee Titans and Baltimore Ravens.

Furthermore, the Colts give up the third-fewest fantasy points per game to opposing running backs and the 10th-fewest yards per rush. Also, Indy’s defense has two top-tier players in its front seven, including former 49ers DT DeForest Buckner and LB Darius Leonard.

On top of that, Mitchell’s rushing prop is bloated in the first place. Mitchell is a rookie dealing with injuries and has only played in three games, one of which he ran for more than 62.5 yards.

The team that Mitchell gained more than 62.5 rushing yards against was the Detroit Lions, who are ranked 26th by Football Outsiders in defensive rushing DVOA.

Colts RB Jonathan Taylor Anytime Touchdown scorer (-105)

After failing to hit paydirt in his first three games, Taylor has scored five combined TDs in the last three contests. The difference in my opinion between Taylor’s production early and lately is Wentz getting comfy in his new surroundings and realizing Taylor is his best skill position player.

Moreover, Indy announced this week that WR T.Y. Hilton is sidelined with an injury for this game and the weather forecast is predicting a rainy, windy night in San Francisco.

Wentz having fewer receiving options combined with Taylor having the second-most receiving yards for the Colts and the weather conditions grounding both teams’ aerial attacks equals more Taylor reps in this game.

At nearly even money, I love the value in Jonathan Taylor‘s Anytime Touchdown prop (-105).

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NFL Player Prop Bets Picks: 3 best value bets of Week 7

Analyzing the Week 7 matchups and offering up expert picks and predictions on the top player prop bets.

It’s almost time to kick off a thrilling Week 7, and after the ugly Browns-Broncos TNF game fans are eager for Sunday’s action to commence. Below, we look at the NFL Week 7 player prop bets odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

Two of the most thrilling matchups of the week will be the Tennessee Titans against the Kansas City Chiefs and the Cincinnati Bengals taking on the Baltimore Ravens. Both of those matchups should be high-energy, high-skill affairs.

Three mid-afternoon games currently have double-digit spreads. The day will be capped off with the Indianapolis Colts and San Francisco 49ers on Sunday Night Football, while the Seattle Seahawks and New Orleans Saints headline Monday Night Football to wrap up the week.

Let’s dive into the week’s best prop bets.

Week 7 prop bets picks

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Titans RB Derrick Henry OVER 118.5 Rushing Yards (-114)

While it feels insane to think that a player will top 119 rushing yards, it’s just another day at the office for Henry — he’s been absolutely dominant lately.

He’s the key part of the Titans’ offense, and he went for 143 against a sturdy Buffalo Bills run defense in Week 6. Henry has topped this number in four of his last five games.

The Chiefs rank 27th in rushing yards allowed per game.

Add in the fact that they are dynamic offensively and will be trying to keep pace with Tennessee, and Henry should easily see enough attempts to rack up over 119 yards.

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson UNDER 60.5 rushing yards (-115)

The Cincinnati Bengals rank seventh in rushing yards allowed per game, but there’s more to this than just that though.

The Bengals should know what to expect as Jackson has absolutely murdered Cincinnati over the years, but this defense is also far better than in years past.

With LB Logan Wilson breaking out as the team’s best player in the middle of the defense, his athleticism combined with the Bengals’ terrific defensive front should limit Jackson.

The former MVP has topped 60 rushing yards in three of six games. This should be a highly competitive match, one in which Bengals head coach Zac Taylor should key in on limiting Jackson’s running.

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Giants QB Daniel Jones UNDER 20.5 completions (+100)

RB Saquon Barkley and WR Kenny Golladay will be out for the Giants as they host the Carolina Panthers.

The Panthers are led defensively by S Jeremy Chinn and CB A.J. Bouye. They also will have recently acquired second-year CB C.J. Henderson.

This is more a play on the Panthers’ terrific defense as Jones has typically eclipsed 20 completions.

Carolina is tied for the fourth-fewest completions allowed to quarterbacks this season. With Jones throwing 51 times last week against the Los Angeles Rams, in a closer game, he should be able to give RB Devontae Booker more reps.

When Jones was without Barkley for most of the season last year he was over 20 completions in just 7 of his 14 games, but at even money, this is a bet on a Panthers’ defense and a sloppy offense without their two best threats.

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NFL Prop Bets Payday: Week 7 player prop picks and predictions

Analyzing the top NFL player prop bets odds and lines of Week 7, with picks and predictions for the most intriguing individual player performances.

Below, we look at 5 NFL player prop bets for Week 7, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

With only 12 games Sunday and Monday – the fewest options available to date, we look for the numbers that come across as daring you to take them – usually on big names with followings that have either set the bar too high or too low. This week, we’re making no yardage bets. We’re going Over/Under on volume. These are our picks to put some folding money in your pocket.

Week 7 prop bet picks and predictions

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New England Patriots TE Hunter Henry OVER 3.5 receptions (-118)

Henry was an expensive free agent signing by the Patriots (along with fellow TE Jonnu Smith) and got out of the gate very slow. However, he has four or more receptions in three of the last four games, and the only game he didn’t reach that mark was because he was only targeted twice.

The Patriots are facing the New York Jets and Hunter and QB Mac Jones have made strides since these teams met in Week 2. I wouldn’t be shocked if he catches 6 or more, so making four the pay window is more than fine by me.

Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Cupp OVER 7.5 receptions (-102)

Receptions bets are tough. Those who “caught on” to what was going on in Buffalo last year figured out that, unless they put Stefon Diggs on 8 or more receptions, the house was losing every week. They’re getting to that point with Kupp.

His Over/Under for receptions is steep, however, he has been targeted 10 or more times in every game and has 7 or more receptions in five of them (and 9 catches in three). QB Matthew Stafford is playing the Detroit Lions for the first time since leaving the team last summer and surely wants to make them pay, and who is his best target? Kupp. 7.5 receptions is as high as you could go but I like these odds.

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New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara UNDER 22.5 carries (-123)

I’ve been cashing in on Kamara too often because it took time for those setting the line to realize that he didn’t have Mark Ingram or Latavius Murray as the No. 2 guy splitting time with him. Now the oddsmakers have over-corrected and given him a Derrick Henry-style number.

If you look at a Hall of Famer like Adrian Peterson and ask how many times did he carry 23 times or more? Kamara isn’t built to be a player like Peterson. He’s a 23-touch guy, but it’s ideally 16 carries and 7 receptions. I would take the Under at 20.5 – the extra two are a gift.

Arizona Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins, OVER 5.5 receptions (-143)

The hapless Houston Texans come to town and the Cardinals have the opportunity to drop a 40-burger on them. If you look back on quarterbacks who win the MVP Award, one trait that seems consistent is their stat line. Look at Aaron Rodgers last year. Look at Patrick Mahomes when he won it. Look at Peyton Manning when he won it. Then look at the numbers their best receiver.

The one consistent thing with all of them was if the pass is working, stick with it. Murray is likely going to throw for 300 or more yards before he comes out in the fourth quarter. Hopkins is his most lethal threat and will get his chances to shine. I would have taken this one at 6.5, which helps explain the number.

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Buffalo Bills at Tennessee Titans odds, picks and predictions: Player prop bets

Analyzing the Buffalo Bills at Tennessee Titans Week 6 matchup and offering up expert picks and predictions on the top player prop bets.

On Monday Night Football, the Buffalo Bills (4-1) visit the Tennessee Titans (3-2). The game is set to kick off at 8:15 p.m. ET and will be held at Nissan Stadium. Below, we look at the Bills vs. Titans prop bet odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Bills are coming in this game having beat the Kansas City Chiefs by 18 last week.

They’ve won their last four games by a combined 115 points, shutting out the Texans and Dolphins. This team has just taken their game to a new level behind MVP-favorite Josh Allen.

As for the Titans, they’ll be returning Julio Jones and A.J. Brown. Along with Derrick Henry, who is on pace to break the single-season rushing record, Tennessee has an elite offense as well.

This should be a thrilling game. That said, let’s dive into the player props you should consider taking.

Bills at Titans prop bet picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:30 a.m. ET.

Bills QB Josh Allen OVER 292.5 passing yards (-114)

Allen has been on fire over the last few weeks. Having been able to take off the gas against Houston with the Bills annihilating the Texans, Allen has surpassed 293 yards in two of his last three games.

He had 315 yards on 15 completions in a rain-heavy game against the Chiefs. With the Titans ranking 21st in opponents’ passing yards per game, Allen should be able to expose a weak Tennessee pass defense.

Given his strong recent play and a poor Tennessee defense, I’d play the Over for the MVP hopeful.

Titans RB Derrick Henry OVER 13.5 receiving yards (-114)

Derrick Henry was left out of the passing game last week, not seeing a single target.

So far this season, that has been a rarity. Henry has surpassed 13 yards in all four of the team’s other games this season. He’s 4-for-5 on this prop this season.

With the clear strength of this team being his ability to run, that is the focal point for defenses. Buffalo has given up more than 20 receiving yards to running backs in its last four games.

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Bills WR Emmanuel Sanders Anytime TD scorer (+155)

Allen has been electric, and Emmanuel Sanders has become a key end zone threat for him. Sanders has had four touchdowns in the Bills’ last three games.

With Allen surging, Sanders, an offseason addition for Buffalo, has continued as a top weapon. He has seen at least five targets in all five of Buffalo’s games this season.

This should be a high-scoring game with Buffalo having put up at least 35 in four straight games. Expect Allen to score often, and with Sanders becoming a red-zone favorite, he should get a couple of chances to score.

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NFL Player Prop Bets Picks: 3 best value bets of Week 6

Analyzing the Week 6 matchups and offering up expert picks and predictions on the top player prop bets.

Fans get another week of regular-season action Sunday, fresh on the heels of an action-packed Thursday Night Football showing. It’s another chance to make some money for bettors. Below, we look at the NFL Week 6 player prop bets odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The NFL will kick off with a 9:30 a.m. ET game in London, England, when the Jacksonville Jaguars take on the Miami Dolphins. The Seattle Seahawks and Pittsburgh Steelers will face off in the primetime Sunday Night Football game with Tennessee Titans and Buffalo Bills playing on Monday Night Football.

Let’s dive into three Week 6 player props to consider putting on your bet slip.

Week 6 prop bets picks

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Titans WR A.J. Brown UNDER 59.5 receiving yards (-114)

MVP-favorite Josh Allen and Buffalo will draw the Titans, who are led by RB Derrick Henry. The Bills have the second-best pass defense in the NFL. Henry is on pace to be the league’s all-time single-season rushing leader. He’s used more than any other back in the league, and he produces.

That causes QB Ryan Tannehill and the pass game to oftentimes be an afterthought. With Brown coming back from injury, potentially playing limited snaps over the next several weeks, his involvement may be lower than usual.

Tannehill has had under 250 yards in three of five games. Even in the first two weeks when Brown combined for 17 targets, he failed to top 50 yards.

Betting against a player continuing his comeback from injury in a rush-heavy offense feels like a great value, and for this one, it is.

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins UNDER 260.5 passing yards (-120)

Buffalo and Carolina are the only two teams that allow under 200 passing yards per game for their opponent, and Carolina is the only team in the league that allows under 165 yards through the air.

The Vikings have consistently struggled, beating the Detroit Lions on a game-winning field goal and losing to the Cincinnati Bengals this season.

The Sam Darnold-led Panthers side has impressed, and with the addition of three-time All-Pro CB Stephon Gilmore, they should be able to tame WR Justin Jefferson and the Vikings attack. Also, with RB Dalvin Cook back, Minnesota will likely look to put it on the ground more often.

All this spells trouble for Cousins, who has hit 260 yards or more in three of five games. However, against Carolina, he’s in for a tough battle which he could easily come out as the loser in.

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Patriots QB Mac Jones OVER 26.5 completions (-108)

The Cowboys are giving up the most receiving yards to opponents in the NFL, and the Patriots are starting to trust Mac Jones more. That combination should bode well for the rookie.

Jones has hit at least 29 completions in three of five games this season. He’s also hit over 70 percent of his attempts in four of five. On top of that, the Patriots will likely be playing from behind against a top-tier Cowboys side.

Expecting the Pats to be throwing to get back into the game and an offense already reliant on Jones, expect the young quarterback to get going early.

Considering he was the most accurate quarterback coming out of college, the young gun should be able to slice up the Cowboys’ weak passing defense. I’d be on it.

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NFL Prop Bets Payday: Week 6 player prop picks and predictions

Analyzing the top NFL player prop bets odds and lines of Week 6, with picks and predictions for the most intriguing individual player performances.

As Week 6 descends, we take a lot at those players whose numbers we like too much to ignore – both the overinflated and underinflated. Defenses are building a history that comes into play as we get into the meat of the season and these are Over/Under stat lines that jump out. Below, we look at 5 NFL player prop bets for Week 6, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

Week 6 prop bet picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 12:40 p.m. ET.

Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert UNDER 293.5 passing yards (-114)

Few quarterbacks are capable of the numbers Herbert can put up. He has only one game of less than 280 passing yards and three of 335 and above. However, he’s playing a Ravens team that is going to make him earn his yardage.

Baltimore will look to control the clock and the Chargers have one of the worst run defenses in the league and have been dominated on the ground by the likes of Dallas, Kansas City and Cleveland. Whether it’s QB Lamar Jackson or the mix-and-match backfield, the Ravens are capable of holding the ball for 35-40 minutes, which makes hitting that number more than just a little bit difficult.

New England Patriots WR Jakobi Meyers OVER 61.5 receiving yards (-114)

The Cowboys have a potent offense that can hurt you in a lot of ways. But, they also have a defense that gets put on the field too long and gives up far too many big plays.

We’re only five games into the season and the Cowboys have allowed seven different receivers to post games of 90 or more yards. Meyers is the best wide receiver on the Patriots roster and won’t need to catch seven or eight passes to hit that number. He may end up catching seven or eight but will have this number covered by the time he does.

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger UNDER 256.5 passing yards (-114)

This one was a coin-flip between taking the Over on running back Najee Harris to surpass his rushing total or to take Roethlisberger and his passing number. Seattle is in the condition it’s in because teams are able to run on them almost at will if they commit.

The Steelers are in last place in a division they are never in last. Harris has the chance to run 20-25 times, and Big Ben is going to be asked to move the chains, not cut it loose. If Russell Wilson was playing, it would be a much different story, but Pittsburgh can pressure Geno Smith into the critical mistakes that win a 24-20 type game and Roethlisberger will be asked to game manage to get his team to .500 – not take stupid chances downfield that could give the visitors some hope.

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Arizona WR De’Andre Hopkins OVER 70.5 receiving yards (-112)

Kyler Murray is dinged up, but the Cards are the last unbeaten team in the league and that is something the final heirs to the throne take seriously. There are multiple weapons that Arizona uses in its pass attack and Hopkins is the most lethal of that group.

The bottom line is that the Browns defense allows too many splash plays. They’ve allowed five receivers to top 75 yards in five games and Hopkins is more dangerous than almost all of them. It may take four of five catches to get there, but look for D-Hop to get his and cover this total.

Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Kupp OVER 6.5 receptions (-135)

When it comes to Over/Under betting on Kupp, it’s much more difficult to project yardage totals than it is reception totals. He may only gain 50 yards, but it typically comes with a minimum of 5 receptions barring injury. I would have thought this one would be at 7.5 to force the hand of those willing to take the Under.

The Giants are allowing 26 completions a game and that includes games against Teddy Bridgewater, Taylor Heinicke and Jameis Winston. Opposing QBs have a passer rating of 108.5. Matthew Stafford will likely make that number worse and Kupp will be a big part of that.

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Indianapolis Colts at Baltimore Ravens odds, picks and predictions: Player prop bets

Analyzing the Indianapolis Colts at Baltimore Ravens Week 5 matchup and offering up expert picks and predictions on the top player prop bets.

The Indianapolis Colts (1-3) hope to end the three-game winning streak of the Baltimore Ravens (3-1) on the road Monday night. Kickoff is Monday night at 8:15 p.m. at M&T Bank Stadium. Below, we look at the Colts vs. Ravens prop bet odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Colts picked up their first win of the year in Week 4, defeating the Miami Dolphins 27-17. So far this season, QB Carson Wentz has 920 passing yards, five touchdown passes and an interception. They are only averaging 20.8 points per game and are giving up 24.3 points per contests.

The Ravens have won three straight games, although their games have been close, as they have only a point differential of 13 points. QB Lamar Jackson has thrown one touchdown pass in each game and leads the team with 279 rushing yards.

Colts at Ravens prop bet picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 7:40 a.m. ET.

Ravens RB Latavius Murray OVER 13.5 rushing attempts (+102)

Murray got his first start of the season last week and ran the ball 18 times. He is expected to be the lead running back against the Colts. He at least 14 carries just three times last season, but he was the No. 2 back behind Alvin Kamara.

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson OVER 1.5 TD passes (-103)

The Colts have allowed 11 touchdown passes through four games this season. Jackson has only had exactly one touchdown pass in each game this season, but the Colts have allowed the opposing starting quarterback to throw multiple touchdown passes in each game this season.

Colts RB Jonathan Taylor UNDER 59.5 rushing yards (-114)

Taylor has had at least 60 rushing yards in the last two games, but the Ravens have yet to allow any back to rush for 60 yards. Broncos RB Melvin Gordon rushed for 56 last week, which is the most a back has had against the Ravens. They have the league’s No. 7 defense against the run, allowing 85.8 yards per game.

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Ravens WR Marquise Brown UNDER 4.5 receptions (-149)

Brown has not caught more than four passes in the last two weeks, and the Colts have only allowed a wide receiver to have more than four catches once this season, when both Cooper Kupp and Robert Woods did it in Week 3.

Colts QB Carson Wentz OVER 9.5 rushing yards (-114)

Wentz is still dealing with two sore ankles, but he still had eight yards last week. He had 23 and 37 yards in each of the first two games of the season.

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