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Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs NFL matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

The Kansas City Chiefs (11-4) will close out their regular season on Sunday afternoon against the visiting Los Angeles Chargers (5-10). The game will be at Arrowhead Stadium and kickoff is set for at 1 p.m. ET.

Chargers at Chiefs: Week 17 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Chargers are 1-5 straight-up and against the spread in their last six games.
  • Kansas City is 10-1 SU in its last 11 games against the Chargers.
  • The Chiefs are 5-0 ATS in their last five games, winning all five by at least seven points – and three by 20 or more points.
  • The Chiefs are 4-1 SU in their last five games at home against the Chargers.
  • The total has gone under in each of the Chiefs’ last five games.
  • Kansas City is 12-5 in its last 17 games at home dating back to last season (including playoffs).

Chargers at Chiefs: Key injuries

  • Chargers T Russell Okung (groin) is uncertain to play and could be replaced by Trey Pipkins.
  • Chiefs CB Morris Claiborne has a shoulder injury and is questionable for Sunday.

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 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Chiefs 27, Chargers 17

Moneyline (?)

The Chiefs have plenty to play for, with a first-round bye in the playoffs still within reach. They won’t be resting starters, and should put the pedal down in Week 17.

Take the CHIEFS (-385) to win outright on Sunday, especially with the moneyline being a reasonable price.

Against the Spread (?)

The Chiefs are only 8.5-point favorites over the Chargers, who have lost five of their last six. The last time they met, the Chiefs won by seven points, but this game is at home and Los Angeles is playing poorly as of late.

Kansas City will win this game comfortably. The only concern is Andy Reid pulling starters in a blowout. Still, take the CHIEFS -8.5 (-110) to cover and win.

Over/Under (?)

The over/under is 46.5 points. The Chiefs haven’t allowed more than 17 points in any of their last five games and the Chargers have only scored more than 20 once in their last five.

Bet the UNDER 46.5 (-134), partly because the Chiefs defense is playing extremely well right now.

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Cincinnati Bengals at Miami Dolphins odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Cincinnati Bengals at Miami Dolphins NFL Week 16 matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

The Cincinnati Bengals (1-13) face the Miami Dolphins (3-11) in a game someone has to win but likely few will watch when they meet at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. at 1 p.m. ET Sunday.

Cincinnati at Miami: Week 16 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • Miami has had a ratty record, but the Dolphins are 7-3 against the spread in their last 10 games after starting off the season 0-4.
  • Miami is 7-1 against the moneyline in its last eight games as a home favorite.
  • Nobody has scored fewer points this season than Bengals’ 211 points – an average of just 15 a game.
  • Miami has hit the over in four of its last five games.
  • Cincinnati is 0-7 against the moneyline on the road this season, but 4-3 ATS.
  • Last week, the two teams allowed a combined 70 points in losses – 34 by the Bengals and 36 by the Dolphins.

Cincinnati at Miami: Key injuries

Three Bengals haven’t practiced yet this week – the usual suspect A.J. Green (ankle), who has been on the active roster for all 15 games; G John Miller (concussion); and CB Darius Phillips (illness). RB Joe Mixon was added to the injury report Thursday with a calf injury, but did practice. No Dolphins missed practice Thursday and only three – WR Allen Hurns (ankle/knee), DT Zach Sieler (ankle) and K Jason Sanders (illness) – were limited.

Cincinnati at Miami: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines as of Friday at 1:30 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Miami 31, Cincinnati 24

Moneyline (?)

This is a bet correction for action coming in to force a pick-’em scenario. You almost never see an NFL moneyline at -110 for both teams. Nobody who thinks Miami will win will take that bet when they can get even money on the point line. If you think the Bengals are going to win, the price of getting 1.5 isn’t worth it – unless you somehow think the game could go to overtime and end in a tie.

Against the Spread (?)

The same rule of thumb applies. If you’re going to give away 1.5 points (Miami), you’re at even money (100). Get 1.5 (Cincy) and your price goes to -121 from -110. The only people who should be on this are those backing Miami.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Dolphins to win outright would return a profit of $9.09, while the same wager on the Dolphins to win by more than 1 point would return $10. A $10 wager on the Bengals to win outright would return $9.09, while the same wager on them to win or lose by 1 point would return $8.26.

Over/Under (?)

This is the most intriguing bet of them all. These teams have won four games out of 28 played because they both have iffy offenses and bad defenses. But when a veteran QB gets up against a bad defense, shootouts can take place. Ryan Fitzpatrick and Andy Dalton have nothing left to lose. Let the ball fly! The bet is the under (-121), but we’re taking OVER 46.5 (100) and running with it.

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Indianapolis Colts at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s Colts at Saints Week 15 NFL matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

The Indianapolis Colts (6-7) will try to snap their three-game losing streak on Monday night against the New Orleans Saints (10-3), who are coming off a loss to the 49ers in Week 14.

These two cross-conference foes will square off at 8:15 p.m. ET from the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans.

Colts at Saints: Week 15 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • The Colts have lost five of their last six games this season, going 2-3-1 against the spread in that span.
  • The Saints are 9-2 straight up and 8-3 ATS in their last 11 games. Their only SU losses this season were to the Rams, Falcons and 49ers.
  • New Orleans is 15-5 SU in its last 20 games at home (including playoffs).
  • The Saints are 8-2 SU in their last 10 games against the Colts
  • In the last five games between these teams in New Orleans, the total has gone over four times.
  • The Colts are 11-2 ATS in their last 13 games against teams above .500.
  • The Saints are 4-1 ATS against teams with a losing record.

Colts at Saints: Key injuries

Colts WR T.Y. Hilton has a calf injury and is questionable to play on Monday night.

Saints DT Sheldon Rankins (ankle) and DE Marcus Davenport (foot) were both placed on injured reserve this week. TE Jared Cook suffered a concussion against the 49ers and will be monitored.

Colts at Saints: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 12:40 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Saints 31, Colts 20

Moneyline (?)

It’s hard to fathom a way in which the Saints lose this game, especially being at home and coming off a 48-46 loss to the 49ers. The Colts are really struggling right now and shouldn’t pose much of a threat to the Saints.

Bet the SAINTS (-455) to win outright on Monday night and defend their home turf.

New to sports betting? A successful $10 wager on the Saints to win would return a profit of $2.20.

Against the Spread (?)

The Saints come into this one as 9.5-point home favorites over the Colts. Three of the Saints’ last five wins have come by at least 11 points, so they’re plenty capable of winning handily.

Take the SAINTS -9.5 (-106) to cover the spread and beat the Colts by at least 10 points.

Over/Under (?)

The over/under of 45.5 points is certainly a reachable number, considering the Saints have scored at least 26 points in each of their last four games, and just put up 46 on the 49ers’ top defense.

Take the OVER (-125) because this game has a good chance of topping 50 total points.

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Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills Week 14 NFL matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets.

Winners of their last eight games, the Baltimore Ravens (10-2) will visit the surging Buffalo Bills (9-3) on Sunday afternoon. It’s a big game for both teams with the Ravens eyeing a No. 1 seed and the Bills hoping to take over the AFC East from the Patriots.

Kickoff from New Era Field will be at 1 p.m. ET.

Ravens at Bills: Week 14 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • Baltimore is 5-1 against the spread in its last six games. The only loss came last week against the 49ers when the Ravens won 20-17 but failed to cover the 6-point spread.
  • The Bills are 4-0-1 ATS in their last five games, including 3-0 in their last three. They are 4-1 straight up in that stretch.
  • The Ravens are 5-3 all time against the Bills, outscoring Buffalo by an average of 22.5-14.
  • The Ravens are 4-1 ATS when facing a team with a winning record.
  • Buffalo is 5-0-1 ATS in its last six games as an underdog and 5-2 ATS against teams above .500.
  • The total has gone under in four of the Bills’ last five games.

Ravens at Bills: Key injuries

Bills T Ty Nsekhe is unlikely to play on Sunday as he continues to recover from an ankle injury.

Ravens at Bills: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated on Thursday at 5:15 p.m. ET

Prediction

Ravens 24, Bills 17

Moneyline (?)

The Ravens and Bills are two of the hottest teams in the league right now, but Baltimore has been steadier all season and has beaten better opponents. They’ll keep that up this week against a surprisingly tough Bills team that just beat the Cowboys in Dallas on Thanksgiving.

Bet the RAVENS (-250) to win outright despite being on the road. They have a great chance to win this game, because Buffalo’s offense will have trouble keeping up.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Ravens to win would return a profit of $4.

Against the Spread (?)

The Ravens are 5.5-point road favorites, which suggests the oddsmakers are confident that they’re the better team. Baltimore has been somewhat underwhelming against the spread (6-5-1) this season, but they’ll cover in this one.

Take the RAVENS (-5.5, -110) to cover and win by a touchdown, if not more. Unless Buffalo’s defense shuts down Lamar Jackson, the Bills won’t be able to score enough to match the Ravens.

Over/Under (?)

The over/under of 43.5 points may not seem like a high number for the league’s No. 1 scoring offense in Baltimore, but Buffalo’s defense is legit. The Ravens won’t put up 35+ like they have in four of their last five games, nor will the Bills light up the scoreboard.

Bet the UNDER 43.5 (-110) in this matchup, even as tempting as it is to take the over with the Ravens playing.

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Philadelphia Eagles at Miami Dolphins odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the Eagles at Dolphins Week 13 NFL matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

The Philadelphia Eagles (5-6) look to right the ship for a December run as they travel to play the Miami Dolphins (2-9) at Hard Rock Stadium at 1 p.m. ET Sunday.

Philadelphia at Miami: Week 13 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • Scores in Eagles games have hit the under in four of the last five games.
  • Miami is 2-5 at home against the spread in its last seven home games.
  • The Dolphins have a better record ATS (5-6) than the Eagles (4-7).
  • Philadelphia is 2-4 against the moneyline in its last six games, while Miami is 2-12 against the moneyline in its last 14 games.
  • The Dolphins have the NFL’s 30th-ranked offense and 30th-ranked defense.

Philadelphia at Miami: Key injuries

Eagles TE Zach Ertz was held out of practice after suffering a hamstring injury. RB Jordan Howard still hasn’t been cleared for contact with a shoulder injury. WR Alshon Jeffery (ankle) returned to practice, but was limited.

In Miami, all of the Dolphins practiced Wednesday, but WRs Allen Hurns (ankle) and Albert Wilson (hip/chest), CBs Ken Webster (ankle) and Ken Crawley (shoulder), and S Steven Parker (groin) were limited.

Philadelphia at Miami: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 4 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Philadelphia 31, Miami 10

Moneyline (?)

This has all the makings of a college moneyline with Philadelphia (-455) a massive favorite over Miami (+340). As much as Philly’s offense has struggled and been missing key weapons to the offense for the last month, -455 is a stiff price to pay to get such little return. While we would avoid this one for obvious reasons, if you were to make a bet, the only one that makes sense is a small wager on Miami on the off chance of Fitzmagic from QB Ryan Fitzpatrick.

Against the Spread (?)

The Dolphins have been ugly all season, which is why they’re a 9.5-point home dog (-110 on each team). If the Eagles can’t blow this one out, they don’t deserve to be in the playoffs. Including the Dolphins, four of the Eagles’ final five games are against teams currently 2-9 (Miami, New York Giants and two against Washington). This is a statement game for the Eagles – good or bad – and we think it’s going to be an aggressive statement for a team with a fresh ring. LAY THE 9.5 POINTS.

Over/Under (?)

The O/U is 44.5 points (-115 on the over, -106 on the under). Miami is last in the league in points allowed, giving up 31.5 per game. But the Eagles defense, despite an anemic showing from the Philly offense, held Tom Brady and Russell Wilson to 17 points each in their last two games. Miami’s offense? Fitzpatrick is going to be under attack all day. He may not get 10 points. TAKE THE UNDER … but not by much.

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San Francisco 49ers at Baltimore Ravens odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the San Francisco 49ers at Baltimore Ravens Week 13 matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

Winners of seven straight games, the Baltimore Ravens (9-2) will face their toughest test yet against the visiting San Francisco 49ers (10-1) in Week 13. The game will kick off from M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday afternoon at 1 p.m. ET.

We analyze the 49ers-Ravens odds and lines, with NFL Week 13 betting picks and tips for the matchup.

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49ers at Ravens: Week 13 preview, betting trends and notes

  • The Ravens have won their last five games by a total margin of 202-62, easily covering the spread in each game.
  • The 49ers are 1-2-1 against the spread in their last four games but 5-1 ATS in their last six games against the AFC.
  • The Ravens are 4-0 ATS against teams with a winning record this season.
  • The 49ers are 5-0 on the road.
  • The total has gone over in four of the 49ers’ last five games. The over is also 6-3 in the Ravens’ last nine games
  • The Ravens rank first in the NFL in rushing, and San Francisco is right behind them at No. 2.

49ers at Ravens: Key injuries

49ers DE Dee Ford (hamstring), RB Matt Breida (ankle) and K Robbie Gould (quad) are all questionable to play on Sunday afternoon.

Ravens NT Michael Pierce (ankle) was inactive against the Ravens on Monday night and isn’t certain to play in Week 13. C Matt Skura was carted off with a leg injury, and is out for the year.

49ers at Ravens: Odds, betting lines and prediction

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

Prediction

Ravens 28, 49ers 21

Moneyline (?)

The Ravens have blown out each of their last five opponents and look absolutely unstoppable on offense. Despite having a worse record than the 49ers, they’re the hotter team and most likely the better one.

Take the RAVENS (-278) to win this one outright, defending their home turf behind yet another great performance by Lamar Jackson. The 49ers had trouble against Kyler Murray, and the Ravens are significantly better than Arizona.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Ravens to win outright would return a profit of $3.60.

Against the Spread (?)

The Ravens are 6.5-point favorites over the 49ers at home. They’ve won their last five games by an average of 28 points per game, so they haven’t had any trouble covering the spread lately. It doesn’t help the 49ers that this is a 1 p.m. ET kickoff on the East Coast, either.

The Ravens continue their remarkable streak against a tough 49ers defense, covering the 6.5-point margin. Bet the RAVENS (-106) to beat San Francisco by at least seven points.

Over/Under (?)

The over/under is set at 46.5 points, which is a half-point less than the Ravens scored against the Rams on Monday night. That being said, San Francisco’s defense is outstanding.

Still, bet the OVER (-110). The Ravens haven’t scored fewer than 23 points all season and the fewest points they’ve scored in the last five weeks is 30.

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Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the Panthers at Saints Week 12 NFL matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

The Carolina Panthers (5-5) look to keep their playoff hopes alive when they visit the NFC South-leading New Orleans Saints (8-2) at 1 p.m. ET Sunday at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

Carolina at New Orleans: Week 12 preview, betting trends and notes

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  • New Orleans is 7-1 straight up and against the spread in its last eight games.
  • In each of the last five games between the Panthers and Saints in New Orleans, the teams have hit the over — combining to score 57, 52, 79, 79 and 51 points in those games.
  • The Panthers have allowed 20 or more points in each of the last six games.
  • The Saints are a different team in the Superdome, where they have won 16 of their last 20 games.
  • Carolina is 1-5 ATS in its last six November games.

Carolina at New Orleans: Key injuries

The Panthers are banged up on defense. CB Ross Cockrell (quad) has yet to practice this week and DT Gerald McCoy (knee), LB Shaq Thompson (ankle) and safety Eric Reid (knee) have all been limited. For the Saints, guard Andrus Peat (forearm) and CB Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) have yet to practice and tight end Josh Hill (concussion) remains limited and has yet to be cleared for game action.

Carolina at New Orleans: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 8:55 p.m. ET.

Prediction

New Orleans 31, Carolina 17

Moneyline (?)

Only Cleveland has a higher moneyline number than the Saints (-455) this week. The Panthers are getting +340. If you were to make a bet here, the limited return takes the Saints out of the equation. A very small bet on the upset pick could bring a nice return if Carolina wins, but that doesn’t seem very likely.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Panthers to win would return a profit of $34.

Against the Spread (?)

The Saints are a prohibitive favorite a 9.5 points (-110 on both sides) and that has been enough to get action on the Panthers. This one may not hit that number until late, but the Panthers defense has been allowing veteran quarterbacks to carve them up. Drew Brees will likely be surgical on them. LAY THE POINTS.

Over/Under (?)

The number is a healthy 46.5 and is taking into account that the Saints have surrendered fewer than 20 points a game about every other game since the end of September. However, that can still be enough for the over in the type of game we’re expecting — a couple of first-half touchdown drives by the Saints that puts Carolina in an early hole and forces the Panthers to become pass-heavy, which leads to chunk yards and stops the clock on incompletions. TAKE THE OVER (-106), especially given the history of this rivalry at the Superdome.

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