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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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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Patriots-Eagles odds: New England road favorite over Philadelphia in Week 11

Analyzing the New England Patriots at Philadelphia Eagles Week 11 NFL match up, with NFL betting odds, lines, picks and best bets

The Philadelphia Eagles (5-4) play host to the New England Patriots (8-1) Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET at Lincoln Financial Field. Here, we focus on the Patriots-Eagles odds and lines, while providing NFL betting tips and advise on this key Week 11 NFL matchup.

Patriots at Eagles: Week 11 preview, betting trends and notes


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  • The Patriots are coming off a bye. In their last game, the Baltimore Ravens handed them their first loss of the season with a convincing 37-20 beating. It was a good loss at a good time for the defending Super Bowl Champions.
  • The Eagles are also coming off a bye. They beat the Chicago Bears 22-14 in Week 9, which was their second consecutive win.
  • Since 2003, the Patriots have won four of the six matchups vs. the Eagles. New England has lost the last two, including a 41-33 loss during Super Bowl LII.
  • The Patriots are 6-3 against the spread (ATS) this season, but 3-2 on the road. They’re 3-6 against the Over/Under (O/U), and 1-4 on the road.
  • The Eagles are 4-5 ATS, while 2-2 at home. They are 5-4 vs. the O/U, with a 2-2 record at home.

Patriots at Eagles: Key injuries

Eagles LT Jason Peters (knee), WR Alshon Jeffery (ankle) and RB Jordan Howard (shoulder) are all dealing with injuries. Peters and Howard were limited Wednesday, Jeffery missed practice.

Patriots at Eagles: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 9:45 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Patriots 24, Eagles 20

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Moneyline (?)

The PATRIOTS (-186) are the play; and, while still chalky, the juice isn’t nearly as painful as usual. You can thank the Ravens for that. Patriots head coach Bill Belichick has a .736 win percentage following a bye. Brady is 13-4 following a bye. While the Eagles (+155) might be enticing, it’s a hard pass here.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Patriots returns a profit of $5.38 with a New England victory.

Against the Spread (?)

The Patriots are favored by three-and-a-hook, which is a teasing line (-106). Don’t take the bait. In the Eagles’ four losses, they’ve either been blown out or played it very close. This spread is too dangerous to wager and the best bet here is no bet at all. AVOID.

Over/Under (?)

With 44.5 points slated as the total and both teams returning from a bye, this feels like it will be a game of chess and that number will be a razor-thin margin on my projections. The UNDER (-115) is the play, but just a small-unit wager.

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