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Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Chargers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Chargers sports betting odds and lines, with Week 15 NFL betting picks and tips.

The Minnesota Vikings (9-4) bring Skol Nation out of the Minnesota deep freeze to play the Los Angeles Chargers (5-8) at Dignity Health Sports Park at 4:05 p.m. ET Sunday. We analyze the Vikings-Chargers sports betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks and tips for the Week 15 matchup.

Vikings at Chargers: Week 15 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Vikings are 3-4 straight up on the road.
  • The Chargers hit the Under in each of their last five home games.
  • Minnesota played to the Over on each of their last four road games.
  • The Chargers are 7-3 against the spread across their last 10 games as a home underdog.
  • The Vikings are 8-1 against the moneyline in their last nine games as a favorite and 11-4 against the spread in its last 15 games when favored.
  • Los Angeles is 4-8-1 against the spread this season.

Vikings at Chargers: Key injuries

Vikings backup RB Alexander Mattison (ankle) has yet to practice this week. WR Adam Thielen (hamstring) looks on track to return, but has been limited in practice, as has CB Xavier Rhodes (ankle).

Chargers WR Mike Williams (knee) has been limited but is expected to play.

Vikings at Chargers: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 10 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Minnesota 23, Los Angeles 20

Moneyline (?)

The Vikings (-120) remain favored on the road over the Chargers (+100) for the outright win, so you go with the standard rule of thumb when a point spread is just 1.5.

If you think the Vikings are going to win, play the spread, where their number is better. If you think the Chargers are going to win as home underdogs, take the moneyline. While we believe Minnesota will win, there’s greater value on the spread. PASS.

Against the Spread (?)

The Vikings are road favorites, but the number has dropped to 1.5 points (-110 for both teams). As noted earlier, if you think Minnesota will win, the value isn’t on the moneyline, it’s here. Take the VIKINGS (-1.5, -110).

Over/Under (?)

The projected total is set at 45.5 points (-110 for both sides). With two defenses that can prevent an opposing offense from getting into a rhythm, we anticipate the game to have as many or more field goals than touchdowns. Take the UNDER 45.5 (-110).

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Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Redskins odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Redskins sports betting odds and lines, with Week 15 NFL betting picks, tips and bets.

The Philadelphia Eagles (6-7) get another shot at one of the little brothers of the NFC East as they travel to FedEx Field to face the Washington Redskins (3-10) at 1 p.m. ET Sunday.

Philadelphia at Washington: Week 15 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • As bad as the Eagles have been, they’ve been worse for those who bet on them – going 4-9 against the spread this season.
  • Washington is 3-0 against the spread (ATS) and 2-1 straight up in its last three games.
  • The Eagles have lost their last four games ATS.
  • The Under has hit on seven of Philadelphia’s 13 games and eight of Washington’s 13 games.
  • Washington is last in the NFL in points scored, averaging 14.5 points a game.
  • Washington quarterback Dwayne Haskins has started the last five games. In that span, he has completed 76 of 138 passes (55.1 percent) for 831 yards with 3 TDs and 4 interceptions.

Philadelphia at Washington: Key injuries

Eagles: Lost Alshon Jeffery for the season Monday with a foot injury. Starters WR Nelson Agholor (knee) and OT Lane Johnson (ankle) haven’t practiced this week. RB Jordan Howard (shoulder) remains limited after missing the last several games.

Redskins: LB Ryan Kerrigan (calf) and CB Quinton Dunbar (hamstring) have yet to practice and OT Donald Penn (knee/back) didn’t practice Thursday after being limited Wednesday. RB Adrian Peterson (toe) and CB Josh Norman (illness) were held out of practice Thursday, but both are expected to play.

Philadelphia at Washington: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 9:40 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Philadelphia 23, Washington 13

Moneyline (?)

The Eagles are a prohibitive favorite (-223), but there are a lot worse moneyline numbers people have bet on. The Redskins are getting a solid number (+180), but since we think the Eagles are going to cover 5.5 points, we’re shying away from the moneyline. If you’re going to bet the moneyline, take the Eagles. A $10 wager on Philly will return $4.48 in profit if it wins. A $10 wager on Washington will return $18 in profit if the Redskins win.

Against the Spread (?)

The EAGLES (-5.5) are being teased at +100, but that’s the bet we’re going with. Haskins is still learning on the job and the Eagles defensive front is no joke. It will control the line of scrimmage and limit what Haskins and the Redskins offense will do. This one will be an endorsement or an indictment of Eagles QB Carson Wentz, who should be able to move the ball despite an injury-depleted receiver group. Lay the points.

Over/Under (?)

There’s only one game (Buffalo Bills at Pittsburgh Steelers) with a lower O/U than the 40.5 for this game and there’s a reason for it. This one is going to hit the Under. Both offenses have been dwindled down and there will be more punts than scoring drives in this game. Both teams will lean on their run games, which kills the clock, and likely settle for field goals more. Take the UNDER 40.5 (-115).

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Buffalo Bills at Pittsburgh Steelers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Buffalo Bills at Pittsburgh Steelers sports betting odds and lines, with Week 15 NFL betting picks, tips and bets.

The Buffalo Bills (9-4) and Pittsburgh Steelers (8-5) were flexed into the Sunday Night Football spot and they’ll meet at 8:20 p.m. ET at Heinz Field. We analyze the Bills-Steelers sports betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks and tips for the Week 15 matchup.

Bills at Steelers: Week 15 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Bills will lean upon their suffocating defense, looking to shut down the Steelers. Buffalo ranks third in the NFL in total yards allowed (296.8), third in passing yards allowed (191.5) and second in points allowed (16.3).
  • Buffalo ranks fifth in the NFL with 135.3 rushing yards per game, but is just 27th in passing yards at 206.6 per outing.
  • The Steelers are also stout defensively, ranking fifth in the NFL with 310.9 total yards allowed and 209.8 passing yards allowed. They’re also ninth against the run, yielding 101.2 yards per game, and they’re sixth in the NFL in points allowed at 18.6.
  • Offensively it has been a struggle for the Steelers, checking in 28th with 290.1 total yards per game, and 31st in passing yards (195.5). They have managed just 19.9 PPG to rank 23rd
  • The Bills are 6-0-1 ATS in the past seven on the road, and 4-1-1 ATS in the past six overall.
  • The Steelers are 5-1 ATS in the past six overall, while going 5-1 ATS in the past six at home.
  • Buffalo is making its first appearance on SNF since facing the New England Patriots during the 2007 season.

Bills at Steelers: Key injuries

Bills: DT Corey Liuget (lower body) is a question mark, while RB T.J. Yeldon (illness) is under the weather.

Steelers: RBs James Conner (shoulder) and Jaylen Samuels (groin) are question marks, with Conner likely closer to a return. WR Juju Smith-Schuster (knee) is close to a return, while TE Vance McDonald (concussion) is in the protocol and a question mark.

Bills at Steelers: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 8:10 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Steelers 20, Bills 16

Moneyline (?)

The STEELERS (-129) have the advantage since they’re playing at home, but that’s about it. This is a coin-flip game with major AFC playoff implications. That’s why NBC flexed it to SNF. The difference in this one will be if Conner and Smith-Schuster both return. If so, advantage Pittsburgh on its home turf in front of a raucous crowd. Even if one or both cannot go, coach Mike Tomlin is doing an exceptional job with the personnel he has, and the Steelers are just finding ways to win.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Bucs moneyline returns a $7.75 profit with a Pittsburgh victory.

Against the Spread (?)

The STEELERS (-2.5, -106) are worth a small-unit play at home, again, especially if Conner and/or Smith-Schuster return. The bright lights of SNF might be a bit much for QB Josh Allen and the unproven Bills.

Over/Under (?)

PASS. The O/U of 36.5 (-106 Over; -1115 Under) is risky business, as both of these teams feature tremendous defensive units with unproven quarterbacks and a solid run game when healthy. If anything, the lean is to the Under, although this is the lowest game on the Week 15 board. Take a pass on the total.

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Cleveland Browns at Arizona Cardinals odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Cleveland Browns at Arizona Cardinals sports betting odds and lines, with Week 15 NFL betting picks, tips and bets.

The Cleveland Browns (6-7) and Arizona Cardinals (3-9-1) will do battle at State Farm Stadium Sunday at 4:05 p.m. ET. We analyze the Browns-Cardinals sports betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks and tips for the Week 15 matchup.

Browns at Cardinals: Week 15 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Browns are technically still alive in the AFC Wild Card picture, but they need to win out and get help from opponents of the Houston Texans, Pittsburgh Steelers and Tennessee Titans, among others.
  • Cleveland has posted a 3-1-1 ATS mark across the past five, and they’re 3-1-1 ATS in the past five as a favorite.
  • The Browns have posted a 5-2 ATS mark across the past seven against teams with a losing overall record, but they’re 0-4 ATS in the past four on the road.
  • Arizona is 4-0 ATS in the past four against losing teams, but 1-5 ATS in the past six in the month of December.
  • The Over is 3-1-1 in the past five for the Browns against teams with a losing record, and 9-4 in the past 13 on the road against teams with a losing home mark.
  • The Over is 5-1 in the past six for the Cardinals against losing sides, but the Under is 24-11 in the past 35 at home for Arizona.

Browns at Cardinals: Key injuries

Browns: WR Odell Beckham Jr. (groin) is dealing with a nagging groin injury, while WR Jarvis Landry (hip) is nursing a sore hip. Neither is believed to be in jeopardy of missing this game.

Cardinals: S Budda Baker (hamstring) and LB Terrell Suggs (back/illness) missed practice time mid-week, and they’re more of an uncertainty. WR Christian Kirk (ankle) is also a question mark.

Browns at Cardinals: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 7:35 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Browns 25, Cardinals 19

Moneyline (?)

The BROWNS (-143) have a lot more on the line, and they have a tremendous rushing attack which will make the difference. The Cardinals rank 24th against the rush, allowing 120.5 yards per game on the ground, and they’re dead-last against the pass, yielding 294.2 yards per game while giving up 414.7 total yards per contest, also 32nd in the NFL.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Bucs moneyline returns a $6,99 profit with a Cleveland victory.

Against the Spread (?)

The BROWNS (-2.5, -121) are a nice play as long as this line stays below a field goal. They’re also a tremendous teaser option in this must-win game against the Cardinals (+2.5, +100). If you can get a seven-point teaser and toss the Browns in, they’ll be that much more attractive.

Over/Under (?)

UNDER 48.5 (-115) is the play, as this line is a bit high. While yes, Arizona’s defense leaves a lot to be desired, its offense has only been so-so. The same can be said for Cleveland’s offense, which was expected to be a juggernaut, but has been inconsistent for most of the season outside of RB Nick Chubb, who is superb.

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NFL Best Bets: Three best underdog locks for Week 15

Our weekly NFL underdog betting staple continues into Week 15 where Ken Pomponio features three teams likely to upset their underdog odds

Another big week for underdogs (10-6 against the mid-week point spreads) meant another strong week here as we notched our third straight winning weekend with a 3-0 mark.

As expected, one of my three Week 14 underdog selections won outright with the host Los Angeles Rams beating the favored Seattle Seahawks 28-12 on Sunday night, despite being 2.5-point home ‘dogs midweek.

But we saw TWO of our underdogs win straight up as rookie quarterback Drew Lock and the Denver Broncos dominated the host Houston Texans (7.5-point favorites) in a shocking 38-24 win.

The third of our three picks, the 12.5 -point underdog Washington Redskins, hung tough as expected in a 20-15 road loss on the frozen tundra of Green Bay.

That all ups our season record here to a nice, shiny and – best of all – profitable 26-16.

Now we move on to a Week 15 slate that doesn’t appear as promising at first (or even fourth) glance, looking like a rare 2019 week of favorites. Regardless, we’ve found three ‘dogs to back, utilizing, as usual, Wednesday’s posted point spreads at BetMGM.com.

Here goes …

Chicago Bears (+4½) at Packers

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Don’t look now but Mitchell Trubisky and the Bears have rebounded from a 3-5 start to win four of their last five and inch onto the fringe of the crowded NFC playoff chase.

The 7-6 Bears are 4-9 against the spread, but seven of those losses have come as favorites. Now they’re getting the third-most points they’ve received all season.

The Pack? They’ve won two straight since coming out on the wrong side of a 37-8 beatdown against the 49ers in Week 12 and, at 10-3, are fighting for the NFC North title and a possible first-round postseason bye.

Green Bay, though, is 4-3 ATS as a home favorite this season. And despite the Packers’ 10-3 win in Chicago in the season opener, Trubisky & Co. should be able to keep the rematch within the number, even if they wind up falling short in the latest installment of this storied rivalry.

Dallas Cowboys (+1½) vs. L.A. Rams

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Yeah, we’re going against all the momentum and trends on both ends and side with embattled coach Jason Garrett and the ‘Boys here.

Dallas has dropped three straight, four of five and seven of 10 overall since a 3-0 start, but the club is still somehow tied for the NFC (L)East lead.

It goes against all logic to take that resume over that of the suddenly surging Rams, who have won three of four to move to 8-5 and into the wild-card hunt, but sometimes the ugly ‘dog is the right ‘dog, and we’ll bank on the Cowboys avoiding a third straight home loss.

Buffalo Bills (+2½) at Pittsburgh Steelers

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The 8-5 Steelers are a truly impressive 7-1 since a Week 5 overtime home loss to the Ravens dropped them to 1-4, and they’ve done so with the backup-QB combo of Duck Hodges and Mason Rudolph at the helm.

Still, only one of Pittsburgh’s eight wins – a 17-12 Week 10 triumph over the visiting Rams – has come against a team currently sporting a winning record.

The 9-4 Bills own a rather similar resume with only one of their nine wins – a Week 5 victory over the then-Marcus Mariota-quarterbacked Tennessee Titans – coming against a team currently sitting above .500.

But in a Sunday night matchup of AFC wild-card front-runners possessing strong defenses, we’ll take the better QB (Josh Allen) and the points on the road in a mild upset.

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NFL Betting Guide – Week 14: Odds, lines, spreads, picks and best bets

Game-by-game NFL Week 14 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 14; 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 14, where our Ken Pomponio is 23-16 on underdog predictions with this weekly staple.

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NFL Week 14 – Sunday, December 8th, 2019

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

Indianapolis Colts at Tampa Bay Buccaneers – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

Miami Dolphins at New York Jets – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

San Francisco 49ers at New Orleans Saints – 1:00 p.m. ET – FOX

Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings – 1:00 p.m. ET – FOX

Denver Broncos at Houston Texans – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns – 1:00 p.m. ET – CBS

Washington Redskins at Green Bay Packers – 1:00 p.m. ET – FOX

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Los Angeles Chargers at Jacksonville Jaguars – 4:05 p.m. ET – FOX

Pittsburgh Steelers at Arizona Cardinals – 4:25 p.m. ET – CBS

Tennessee Titans at Oakland Raiders – 4:25 p.m. ET – CBS

Kansas City Chiefs at New England Patriots – 4:25 p.m. ET – CBS

Seattle Seahawks at Los Angeles Rams – 8:20 p.m. ET – NBC

NFL Week 14 – Monday, December 9th, 2019

New York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles – 8:15 p.m. ET – ESPN

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Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns Week 14 matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

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The Cincinnati Bengals (1-11) and Cleveland Browns (5-7) play the latest installment of their ‘Battle of Ohio’ rivalry Sunday at 1 p.m. ET at FirstEnergy Stadium. We analyze the Bengals-Browns sports betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks and tips for the Week 14 matchup.

Bengals at Browns: Week 14 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Bengals enter on a high after their first victory of the season in Week 13, while the Browns suffered a 20-13 loss against the Steelers in Pittsburgh.
  • Cincinnati is 8-2 ATS across their past 10 road games, and they’re 17-8 ATS in the past 25 games against AFC opponents.
  • The Browns are 7-3 ATS across their past 10 games inside the AFC North, but they’re just 11-23-1 ATS in the past 35 at home.
  • The Under is 4-1-1 in Cincinnati’s past six games against the AFC North, while going 12-3-2 in the past 17 games overall.
  • The Under is 18-8-1 in the past 27 at home for the Browns, while going 15-5-1 in the past 21 at FirstEnergy Stadium against teams with a losing road mark.

Bengals at Browns: Key injuries

Bengals: WR John Ross (collarbone) and LB Nick Vigil (ankle) are expected to play, while DE Sam Hubbard (knee) and TE Drew Sample (ankle) are out.

Browns: TE David Njoku (wrist) and DE Olivier Vernon (knee) are expected to be ready, while QB Baker Mayfield (hand) will also be fine. WR Odell Beckham Jr. (groin) is expected to be ready, too.

Bengals at Browns: Odds, betting lines and prediction

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Prediction

Browns 23, Bengals 17

Moneyline (?)

The Browns (-334) are just too expensive, and they haven’t been consistent enough this season to lay more than three times your money. The Bengals (+260), on the other hand, have struggled all season obviously, but they looked better with QB Andy Dalton regaining his starting spot against the Jets. They’re no pushover, at least for an inconsistent Browns side.

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Against the Spread (?)

The BENGALS (+7.5, -112) catching seven and a hook is the key. Whenever you’re betting the underdog, those hooks can come in handy. The Browns (-7.5, -115) have a 2-3-1 ATS mark across their six games so far this season.

Over/Under (?)

UNDER 41.5 (-110) is a nice small-unit bet, although this one will be close in the fourth quarter. Don’t go crazy, but if you’re looking for a nice parlay, the Bengals and the points with the Under is a decent pairing.

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Indianapolis Colts at Tampa Bay Buccaneers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Indianapolis Colts at Tampa Bay Buccaneers Week 14 matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

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The Indianapolis Colts (6-6) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-7) tussle at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET. We analyze the Colts-Buccaneers sports betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks and tips for the Week 14 matchup.

Colts at Buccaneers: Week 14 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • When these teams meet, you should recall a Monday night battle in 2003 when Peyton Manning and Marvin Harrison erupted for a giant comeback from 35-14 down with about seven minutes remaining.
  • The Colts head into this one with a 6-2-1 ATS mark across the past nine road games.
  • The Buccaneers enter 2-6 ATS across the past eight games overall, and they’re 0-5 ATS in the previous five contests at home.
  • The under is 5-2 across Indy’s past seven on the road, while going 21-5 in the next 26 games following a double-digit loss at home.
  • The Over has cashed in nine of the past 10 for the Bucs, while going 4-0 in the previous four at the RayJay.
  • Indy ranks fourth in rushing yards (139.0 YPG), and they’re ninth in the NFL against the run (101.8 YPG).
  • Tampa ranks fifth in the NFL in total yards (380.4 YPG), fourth in passing yards (284.2 YPG) and fourth in points scored (28.3 PPG).
  • The Bucs are second in the NFL against the run (76.3 YPG), but they’re 31st against the pass (281.8 YPG) and 30th in points allowed (28.8 PPG).

Colts at Buccaneers: Key injuries

Colts: CB Kenny Moore II (ankle), WR T.Y. Hilton (calf) and PK Adam Vinatieri (knee) are listed as out. RB Marlon Mack (hand) is likely to make his return, while WR Parris Campbell (hand) might also play.

Buccaneers: LB Jason Pierre-Paul (knee) and DB M.J. Stewart (knee) are questionable.

Colts 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 7:20 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Buccaneers 31, Colts 23

Moneyline (?)

The Buccaneers (-176) are a moderate favorite, but you’re better off playing the spread. If you like the Colts (+145), they’re a much better value on the ML.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Bucs moneyline returns a $5.68 profit with a Tampa victory.

Against the Spread (?)

The BUCCANEERS (-3.5, +100) are laying three and the hook, and that’s always a worry for bettors. However, the way the Colts (+3.5, -121) looked last week with the Tennessee Titans marching the ball up and down the field, the Bucs look like a safe play at home.

Over/Under (?)

OVER 47.5 (-106) is a good play based upon Tampa’s struggles against the pass, and the solid passing on both sides. The Bucs held the Jacksonville Jaguars down last week, but posted plenty on offense. They won’t hold the Colts in check, as Indy is much more gifted, and they might get a big bump with Mack returning to the backfield, too.

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Los Angeles Chargers at Jacksonville Jaguars odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Los Angeles Chargers at Jacksonville Jaguars NFL matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

The Los Angeles Chargers (4-8) travel across the country to play the Jacksonville Jaguars (4-8) on Sunday, with kickoff set for at 4:05 p.m. ET at TIAA Bank Field.

Los Angeles at Jacksonville: Week 14 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Jaguars are 2-5 against the spread in their last seven home games.
  • The Chargers are 3-6-1 ATS in their last 10.
  • The under has hit nine times in the last 11 Jacksonville home games.
  • The Chargers have been much better on the road ATS, posting a record of 9-4-1 in their last 14 road games.
  • The Jaguars have played their best against struggling teams — they’re 4-1 ATS this season against teams with a losing record.
  •  All eight of the Chargers’ losses have been by seven points or less.

Los Angeles at Jacksonville: Key injuries

The Chargers are as healthy as they’ve been all year. The only player who has been limited is WR Mike Williams and he’s expected to play Sunday. The Jags’ practices have been interesting because they haven’t had their starting wide receivers — DeDe Westbrook (personal) hasn’t practiced and while D.J. Chark (back) and Chris Conley (ankle) have been limited. Cornerbacks D.J. Hayden (neck) and Tre Herndon (shoulder) have also been limited.

Los Angeles at Jacksonville: Odds, betting lines and prediction

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Prediction

Los Angeles 23, Jacksonville 17

Moneyline (?)

Any spread under three points (this is 2.5) is pretty simple on the moneyline. If you think the Chargers (-176) are going to win, you play the spread. If you think the Jags are going to win, you take the +145 as opposed to the +115 you’re going to get by having 2-and-a-hook thrown on their score. The only bet here is to take the Jaguars. If you want to take the Chargers, get the better price against the spread.

Against the Spread (?)

Same story, different team. The Chargers are at -2.5, -139 — a better return if you’re convinced Philip Rivers & Co. will win than you would get on the moneyline. If you think the Jags (+115 while getting the 2.5) are going to win, take the moneyline.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Chargers on the moneyline would return a profit of $5.68. But that same wager on the Chargers to win giving the 2.5 points would profit $7.19. $10 on the Jaguars profits $14.50 on the moneyline, $11.50 when getting the 2.5 points.

Over/Under (?)

This isn’t a huge number at 43.5 (-106 for the over, -115 for the under), but these are two underachieving teams that have had QB struggles and will look to run the ball with Melvin Gordon and Leonard Fournette. Take the UNDER 43.5 (-115).

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Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings odds, lines, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings sports betting odds and lines, with Week 14 NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Detroit Lions (3-8-1 and losers of four straight games) limp into U.S. Bank Stadium Sunday to play a Minnesota Vikings (8-4) team still stinging from a second-half collapse Monday night against the Seattle Seahawks. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. ET. We analyze the Lions-Vikings odds and lines, with NFL betting picks and tips for this matchup.

Detroit at Minnesota: Week 14 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • Detroit is 4-5 against the spread in its last nine games, much better than its 1-8 straight-up record in that span.
  • Minnesota won four of its last five games when favored by double digits. It was 2-2-1 ATS in those games.
  • The Lions have scored 20 or more points in nine of their 12 games.
  • Minnesota is 7-1 against the moneyline as a favorite and 5-3 against the spread in those games.
  • The Vikings have won 10 straight games against teams with a losing record.
  • Detroit is one of only three teams that have led at some point in every game this season, joining the San Francisco 49ers (10-2) and Kansas City Chiefs (8-4).

Detroit at Minnesota: Key injuries

Vikings WR Adam Thielen (hamstring) has yet to practice, but head coach Mike Zimmer said Thursday he has a good chance to play Sunday. RB Dalvin Cook (chest) has been limited in practice.

The biggest injury issue in Detroit is QB Matthew Stafford (hip/back), who is expected to miss his fifth straight game.

Detroit at Minnesota: Odds, betting lines and prediction

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

Prediction

Minnesota 34, Detroit 16

Moneyline (?)

Minnesota is a gigantic favorite (-667), which takes most bettors out of the running due to lack of interest in the small return of $1.50 on a $10 bet. The Lions (+480) will need a miracle to win, but they’ve beaten Minnesota in two of three meetings at US Bank Stadium.

A small bet on Detroit would yield almost a 5-to-1 return on investment, but with David Blough making his second start, the best advice is to AVOID.

Against the Spread (?)

Minnesota (-115) is a 12.5-point favorite and still giving away worse betting odds than the Lions (-106). It’s a big number, but the Vikings are 5-0 at home and won those games by an average of 13.6 points. The Lions are on their third QB and a free-agent running back going up against a strong defense. Lay the points with the LIONS (-12.5, -115).

Over/Under (?)

This one is kind of a mystery at 42.5 points (Over: -115, Under: -106). Minnesota is averaging more than 29 points per game at home, the Lions have averaged 19 PPG without Stafford and, when the team met in October, they combined for 72 points. Unless you believe Detroit is going to score 10 or less, take the OVER (-115).

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