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Cincinnati Bengals at Indianapolis Colts odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the Cincinnati Bengals at Indianapolis Colts Week 6 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Cincinnati Bengals (1-3-1) visit the Indianapolis Colts (3-2) Sunday for a 1 p.m. ET kickoff at Lucas Oil Stadium (on Fox). Below, we preview the Bengals-Colts Week 6 betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and best bets.

Bengals at Colts betting odds and lines

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  • Money line: Bengals +300 (bet $100, win $300) | Colts -385 (bet $385, win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Bengals +7.5 (-115) | Colts -7.5 (-106)
  • Over/Under: 46.5 (O: -110, U: -110)

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Bengals at Colts game notes

  • The Bengals got bottled up in their 27-3 Week 5 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Cincinnati had only 205 total yards, committed three turnovers and QB Joe Burrow was sacked seven times.
  • The Colts offense had their own struggles in a 32-23 Week 5 loss to the Cleveland Browns. QB Phil Rivers threw two interceptions, including a pick-six in the third quarter, and scored only one touchdown. Indianapolis scored the other touchdown on a 101-yard kick return.
  • Indianapolis’ defense has been one of the standout units in the NFL. The Colts lead the NFL in opponent total yards and passing yards per game, and their foes are scoring the second-fewest points per game.

Bengals at Colts injury report

Bengals

  • CB Mackensie Alexander (ribs) questionable
  • DE Sam Hubbard (elbow) out

Colts

  • LB Darius Leonard (groin) doubtful
  • DE Justin Houston (hip) questionable
  • OT Anthony Castonzo (ribs) questionable
  • DT Denico Autry (ankle) questionable
  • TE Mo Alie-Cox (ankle) out
  • RB Jordan Wilkins (calf) questionable

Bengals at Colts: Odds, betting lines, picks and prediction

Prediction

Bengals 23, Colts 17

Money line (?)

The Bengals (+300) are going to give the Colts (-385) all they can handle but I am PASSING ON THE MONEY LINE.

Cincinnati’s offense was a no-show last week but with no Leonard as Mike linebacker for the Colts, the Bengals should have more success on offense. That being said, the Bengals are a bottom-10 offense in points, total yards and rushing yards per game.

Against the spread (?)

The Bengals +7.5 (-115) are 3-2 ATS this season and really only looked bad against the powerhouse Ravens.  The Colts -7.5 (-106) have an unreliable offense and injured starters on all levels of the defense.

Since both Cincinnati and Indianapolis have questionable offensive execution and efficiency, I’ll take the points.

I LEAN BENGALS +7.5 (-115).

Over/Under (?)

The Colts defense is off to a great start in 2020 and the Bengals defense held their own last week against the Ravens. Baltimore scored only 20 offensive points and the Bengals held Ravens QB Lamar Jackson to just 180 passing yards, with an interception and three rushing yards.

Rivers hasn’t lived up to modest expectations yet for Indianapolis. He has a 4:5 touchdown-interception ratio and the offense doesn’t look much improved from 2019. Rivers will be without his favorite red-zone target and the Colts’ leader in touchdown catches in Alie-Cox.

I expect the Indianapolis defense to make things difficult for Burrow and I don’t expect anything from Rivers and its offense. I LOVE UNDER 46.5 (-110).

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Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans Week 6 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Tennessee Titans (4-0) host the AFC South rival Houston Texans (1-4) Sunday in their Week 6 matchup at Nissan Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Texans-Titans Week 6 betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and best bets.

Texans at Titans betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 5:40 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Texans +170 (bet $100, win $170) | Titans -200 (bet $200, win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Texans +3.5 (-110) | Titans -3.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 53.5 (O: -110, U: -110)

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Texans at Titans game notes

  • The Texans won straight up and against the spread 30-14 against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 5. It was Houston’s first game after firing head coach/general manager Bill O’Brien and with Romeo Crennel as the interim head coach.
  • The Titans played a rare Tuesday game this week against the Buffalo Bills due to an outbreak of COVID-19 on their roster. Tennesee rolled Buffalo 42-16 and covered as 3-point home underdogs.
  • Houston is 0-5 ATS in its last five games as an underdog and the favorite is 9-3 ATS in the last 12 Texans-Titans games.

Texans at Titans injury report

Texans

  • TE Jordan Akins (concussion) questionable
  • LB Peter Kalambayi (hamstring) questionable

Titans

  • CB Adoree’ Jackson (knee) out/IR
  • DT DaQuan Jones (foot) questionable

Texans at Titans: Odds, betting lines, picks and prediction

Prediction

Texans 31, Titans 27

Money line (?)

The Texans (+170) offense is sneaky potent—averaging 6.4 yards per play, ranked 4th—and this Titans (-200) defense is getting gashed—allowing 6.2 yards/play, ranked 27th.

Houston’s major issue is not hitting pay dirt in the red zone (24th in red-zone touchdown scoring percentage) but Tennessee is terrible in the red zone (ranked 31st in opponent red-zone touchdown scoring percentage).

We’ll hit the spread harder but let’s SPLASH on TEXANS (+170).

Against the spread (?)

According to Pregame.com, 68% of the money wagered and 75% of the bets made are on the Titans yet they’ve gone from laying 5.5 points with the opening line to the current number of Titans -3.5 (-110). How I’m consuming this intel is that bookmakers don’t think this is a good spot for the Titans and I agree.

The Texans +3.5 (-110) were rejuvenated by the firing of O’Brien and all-time great J.J. Watt says the team is finally having fun. Houston had a disappointing start but still has the talent on offense to contend in the AFC South.

Additionally, the Texans have played a difficult schedule (second-toughest) Tennessee has played a soft schedule (27th-toughest), according to Football Outsiders.

We like Houston in an upset so we LOVE TEXANS +3.5 (-110) to cover.

Over/Under (?)

Titans QB Ryan Tannehill is proving 2019 wasn’t a fluke so far this season. He’s sixth in QBR, 5th in QB rating and is leading the NFL with three game-winning drives. The Titans have a dynamic offense with Tannehill under center and the Texans defense is giving up 28 points per game.

Texans QB Deshaun Watson could be in line for a big game in Week 6. Tennessee’s defense is ranked 24th in pressure percentage and Watson has the second-best clean pocket completion percentage.

It’s only a lean but I think we’ll get a nice quarterback duel. OVER 53.5 (-110) is the play to make on the total.

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Detroit Lions at Jacksonville Jaguars odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the Detroit Lions at Jacksonville Jaguars Week 6 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Jacksonville Jaguars (1-4) host the Detroit Lions (1-3) at TIAA Bank Field Sunday of Week 6. Kickoff will be at 1 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Lions-Jaguars Week 6 betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and best bets.

Lions at Jaguars betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 3:45 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Lions -176 (bet $176, win $100) | Jaguars +150 (bet $100, win $150)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Lions -3.5 (-106) | Jaguars +3.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under: 54.5 (O: -110, U: -110)

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Lions at Jaguars game notes

  • The Lions are coming off a Week 5 bye which followed a 35-29 loss at the New Orleans Saints in Week 4.
  • The Jaguars have lost four straight games after beating the Indianapolis Colts 27-20 in Week 1. Each of their last three losses was by at least 8 points. Their last three losses were against teams that previously didn’t have a win on the season.
  • Both teams are in the bottom half of the league with under 25 points per game on offense. They’re both in the bottom eight in points allowed per game.
  • Jacksonville is minus-2 in turnover differential with five takeaways and seven giveaways. Detroit is plus-1 with four takeaways and three giveaways.
  • Head coaches Matt Patricia of the Lions and Doug Marrone of the Jaguars are considered to be on the hot seat. Two teams (Houston Texans and Atlanta Falcons) have already dismissed their head coaches this season.
  • The Jaguars are 2-3 against the spread; the Lions are 1-3. Detroit is 3-1 against the Over/Under; Jacksonville is 3-2.

Lions at Jaguars key injuries

Lions

  • TE Hunter Bryant (concussion) IR
  • S C.J. Moore (calf) probable
  • RB Adrian Peterson (illness) questionable
  • CB Desmond Trufant (hamstring) questionable

Jaguars

  • LB Dakota Allen (foot) questionable
  • DE Josh Allen (knee) questionable
  • WR DJ Chark Jr. (ankle) questionable
  • TE Tyler Eifert (neck) questionable
  • DT Arby Jones (ankle/hamstring) questionable
  • WR Laviska Shenault Jr. (hamstring) probable

Lions at Jaguars: Odds, betting lines, picks and prediction

Prediction

Lions 27, Jaguars 20

Money line (?)

Take the LIONS (-176) as modest favorites coming off their bye week. They beat a good Arizona Cardinals team 26-23 on the road prior to the loss to the Saints. The Jaguars have regressed to their preseason expectations following the surprising Week 1 upset of the division-rival Colts.

Against the spread (?)

Get better value on the LIONS -3.5 (-106) by backing them to win by at least 4 points. As noted above, the Jags have lost three straight games by at least 8 points, with two of those decided by more than 10 points.

Over/Under (?)

Take the UNDER 54.5 (-110) with a high degree of confidence. Defenses are beginning to catch up to offenses after an initial surge of scoring around the league to open the season. Both coaches are also fighting for their jobs, so the defenses should be clamping down.

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Washington Football Team at New York Giants odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the Washington Football Team at New York Giants Week 6 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

In a Week 6 game with potential 2021 NFL Draft ramifications, the New York Giants (0-5) welcome the Washington Football Team (1-4) to MetLife Stadium for an NFC East showdown game. Kickoff will be at 1 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Washington-Giants Week 6 betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and best bets.

Washington at Giants betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 2:35 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Washington +125 (bet $100, win $125) | Giants -149 (bet $149, win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Washington +3 (-115) | Giants -3 (-106)
  • Over/Under: 43.5 (O: -106, U: -115)

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Washington at Giants game notes

  • Washington shocked the football world with a 27-17 win over the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 1 in which it recorded eight sacks. WFT has gone 0-4 with a total of just seven sacks over the last four games.
  • Giants QB Daniel Jones threw for 279 yards and two touchdowns with two interceptions in Week 1. He hasn’t thrown a touchdown with a total of three picks in four games since while being held below 200 passing yards twice in that span.
  • Washington QB Alex Smith made his long-awaited return from a gruesome leg injury last week in relief of starter Kyle Allen. Allen is expected back under center in Week 6.
  • New York (16.2) and Washington (17.8) rank 31st and 30th, respectively, in points per game through five weeks.
  • The Giants won each of the last three head-to-head meetings between the division rivals.

Washington at Giants key injuries

Washington

  • QB Kyle Allen (shoulder) medically cleared
  • RB Antonio Gibson (toe) probable
  • G Joshua Garnett (illness) questionable

Giants

  • DL Dexter Lawrence (knee) probable
  • S Jabril Peppers (ankle) probable
  • WR Darius Slayton (foot) probable
  • OLB Lorenzo Carter (Achilles) out/IR

Washington at Giants: Odds, betting lines, picks and prediction

Prediction

Washington 21, Giants 17

Money line (?)

Washington has been held to 20 or fewer points in each of its last four games after putting up 27 against the Eagles in Week 1. New York topped 17 points for the first time all season in a 37-34 loss to QB Andy Dalton and the rival Dallas Cowboys last week.

It’s often tougher to handicap games between two bottom-feeders than it is to choose between two top competitors. That’s very much the case here. The unpredictability of a game likely to be plagued by miscues and turnovers makes it a good spot to chase the value with WASHINGTON (+125) at plus-money.

Against the spread (?)

Additionally, these ugly matchups can often feature weird scores as a result of missed kicks, safeties or two-point conversions. Liking a low-scoring game with more field-goal attempts than touchdowns, get the insurance with WASHINGTON +3 (-115).

New to sports betting? Washington can lose by as many as 2 points or win outright and an ATS bet will cash.

Over/Under (?)

The UNDER 43.5 (-115) is the most confident of these three bets. The Giants allow just 3.7 yards per rushing attempt and should be able to contain the rookie Gibson and the rest of the Washington backfield. New York scored three touchdowns for the first time this season last week but one of those was an interception return.

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New York Jets at Miami Dolphins odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the New York Jets at Miami Dolphins Week 6 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Miami Dolphins (2-3) host the New York Jets (0-5) in an AFC East battle Sunday. Kickoff at Hard Rock Stadium is slated for 4:05 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Jets-Dolphins Week 6 betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and best bets.

Jets at Dolphins betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 11:50 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Jets +320 (bet $100, win $320) | Dolphins -400 (bet $400, win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Jets +8.5 (-110) | Dolphins -8.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 46.5 (O: -115, U: -106)

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Jets at Dolphins game notes

  • Jets QB Sam Darnold, who missed last week’s 30-10 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, has been ruled out for the game at Miami due to a shoulder injury. QB Joe Flacco (18-for-33 last week) stands in for a second straight game.
  • The Dolphins have scored 97 points over their last three games. QB Ryan Fitzpatrick threw for 350 yards and three touchdowns against the San Francisco 49ers last week. He had a similar line (288 yards, 3 TDs) in last year’s 26-18 home win against the Jets.
  • Miami scored 30 first-half points in its Week 5 win at San Francisco. The Dolphins scored 21 in the first half in their other victory this season (Sept. 24 at the Jacksonville Jaguars).
  • The Jets’ 176.0 passing yards per game ranks last in the NFL. New York’s AFC entry has averaged under 5.0 net yards per attempt in each of its last three games.
  • New York’s woeful start has actually come alongside a plus-2 in the turnover department.

Jets at Dolphins key injuries

Jets

  • OT Mekhi Becton (shoulder) questionable
  • QB Sam Darnold (shoulder) out
  • DL Quinnen Williams (hamstring) probable
  • WR Breshad Perriman (ankle) questionable

Dolphins

  • DT Davon Godchaux (bicep) out
  • LB Kyle Van Noy (groin) questionable
  • LB Shaq Lawson (shoulder) questionable

Jets at Dolphins: Odds, betting lines, picks and prediction

Prediction

Dolphins 34, Jets 14

Money line (?)

PASS on the straight-win action. Take advantage of less juice and what is solid leverage on a Miami side against the spread.

Against the spread (?)

The Miami offense is trending in the right direction. The Dolphins rank in the league’s top-10 in most drive-efficiency metrics. Their pass protection for Fitzpatrick and overall ability to stay ahead of schedule hides some inadequacies in run blocking and coming up with key short-yardage pickups when needed. To that end, the team they’ll see in the trenches Sunday afternoon may well tilt some rushing numbers back into a more positive light.

The Jets are 0-3-1 over their last four trips to Miami. The Dolphins are 5-2 against the spread over their last seven games. Look for the DOLPHINS -8.5 (-110) to cover and win by at least 9 points, and run that trend to 6-2.

Over/Under (?)

The Over is 5-1 over Miami’s last six games against teams with losing records and 5-1 in the team’s last half-dozen contests at home. The total here has come down since being market-launched at 50. It’s ripe to take the high side in a game in which the Dolphins can stretch out and be dominant in most phases. Back the OVER 46.5 (-115).

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Denver Broncos at New England Patriots odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the Denver Broncos at New England Patriots Week 6 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

After a one-week delay because of COVID-19 concerns due to positive tests, the New England Patriots (2-2) will host the Denver Broncos (1-3) Sunday in Week 6 at 1 p.m. ET at Gillette Stadium. Below, we preview the Broncos-Patriots Week 6 betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and best bets.

Broncos at Patriots betting odds and lines

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

  • Money line: Broncos +350 (bet $100, win $350) | Patriots -455 (bet $455, win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Broncos +9 (-110) | Patriots -9 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 44.5 (O: -115, U: -106)

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Broncos at Patriots game notes

  • Patriots QB Cam Newton is expected to return to the starting lineup after returning from the COVID-19 reserve.
  • The Broncos have the fourth-worst offense in the league and have the fifth-lowest scoring average.
  • Newton has four rushing touchdowns this season.
  • The Patriots have given up nine touchdown passes in four games,

Broncos at Patriots key injuries

Broncos

  • LB Jeremiah Attaochu (quadriceps) questionable
  • OT Garrett Bolles (undisclosed) questionable
  • TE Noah Fant (ankle) questionable
  • WR K.J. Hamler (hamstring) questionable
  • QB Drew Lock (shoulder) probable
  • DL Mike Purcell (knee) probable

Patriots

  • DL Adam Butler (shoulder) questionable
  • WR Julian Edelman (knee) questionable
  • OG Shaq Mason (calf) questionable
  • OL Isaiah Wynn (calf) questionable

Broncos at Patriots: Odds, betting lines, picks and prediction

Prediction

Patriots 27, Broncos 19

Money line (?)

Getting Newton back and having CB Stephon Gilmore in the lineup should make this no problem for the Patriots. Lock’s return for the Broncos will help, but you have to go with the overwhelming favorites. Take the PATRIOTS (-455).

Against the spread (?)

Despite their 1-3 record, the Broncos are 3-1 ATS, while the Pats are 2-2. With Newton coming back after having recovered from COVID-19, he might not be completely himself. With Lock’s return and the big spread, take the BRONCOS +9 (-110).

Over/Under (?)

Both teams are 2-2 O/U this season, but Denver has gone Over in both of its road games. The total is low. Take the OVER 44.5 (-115).

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Chicago Bears at Carolina Panthers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the Chicago Bears at Carolina Panthers Week 6 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Carolina Panthers (3-2) hope to win their fourth consecutive game when they host the surprising Chicago Bears (4-1) Sunday in Week 6 at 1 p.m. ET at Bank of America Stadium. Below, we preview the Bears-Panthers Week 6 betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and best bets.

Bears at Panthers betting odds and lines

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

  • Money line: Bears +100 (bet $100, win $100) | Panthers -118 (bet $118, win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Bears +1 (-110) | Panthers -1 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 44.5 (O: -106, U: -115)

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Bears at Panthers game notes

  • Chicago is 27th in the league in scoring, averaging 21 points per game.
  • Carolina has the league’s sixth-best offense in yardage, but is only 21st in points per game.
  • The Bears have allowed the fourth-fewest points in the league per game.
  • Panthers QB Teddy Bridgewater has completed over 73% of his passes for 1,460 yards, six touchdowns and three interceptions. His passer rating in 2020 is 101.9.
  • Panthers RB Mike Davis is averaging 4.8 yards per rushing attempt this year.

Bears at Panthers key injuries

Bears

  • S Deon Bush (hamstring) doubtful
  • DT Brent Urban (knee) questionable

Panthers

  • DE Brian Burns  (concussion) questionable
  • CB Donte Jackson (toe) probable
  • DT Zach Kerr (toe) probable
  • C Tyler Larsen (illness) questionable
  • DE Yetur Gross-Matos (ankle) questionable
  • RB Christian McCaffrey (knee) IR
  • WR Curtis Samuel (knee) probable
  • G Michael Schofield (undisclosed) questionable
  • DT Kawann Short (shoulder) out

Bears at Panthers: Odds, betting lines, picks and prediction

Prediction

Panthers 24, Bears 20

Money line (?)

These are two very evenly matched teams, although the Panthers are hot, having won three games in the row. Chicago picked up a quality win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 5 but have largely been viewed as a fluke 4-1 team. After allowing over 30 points in their first two games, the Panthers have allowed less than 18 points per contest since then. The Panthers defense combined with the steady production by Bridgewater and the home-field advantage give them the advantage. Take the PANTHERS (-118).

Against the spread (?)

This one-point spread basically makes this game a pick-em. Both teams are 3-2 ATS this year. Carolina is 1-1 ATS at home, while Chicago is 2-0 ATS on the road. Take the PANTHERS -1 (-110).

Over/Under (?)

Both teams are 2-3 O/U and have been playing good defense. Even with the low total at 44.5, take the UNDER (-115).

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Green Bay Packers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the Green Bay Packers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers Week 6 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The unbeaten Green Bay Packers (4-0) visit the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-2) Sunday of Week 6 at 4:25 p.m. ET at Raymond James Stadium. Below, we preview the Packers-Buccaneers Week 6 betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and best bets.

Packers at Buccaneers betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 3:30 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Packers -118 (bet $118, win $100) | Buccaneers +100 (bet $100, win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Packers -1 (-110) | Buccaneers +1 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 55.5 (O: -110, U: -110)

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Packers at Buccaneers game notes

  • This will only be the third time Packers QB Aaron Rodgers and Buccaneers QB Tom Brady face one another in their long careers. Each has won one game against the other.
  • Green Bay has the highest-scoring offense in the league, averaging 38 points per game.
  • Rodgers has thrown 13 touchdown passes without an interception this season.
  • Packers RB Aaron Jones is averaging 5.8 yards per attempt.
  • Tampa Bay has the No. 2 defense in the league and are No. 8 in points per game allowed.

Packers at Buccaneers key injuries

Packers

  • WR Davante Adams (hamstring) probable
  • DL Montravius Adams (neck) questionable
  • RB Tyler Ervin (wrist) questionable
  • LB Rashan Gary (ankle) questionable
  • CB Kevin King (quadriceps) questionable
  • TE Mercedes Lewis (knee) questionable

Buccaneers

  • LB Lavonte David (knee) questionable
  • CB Carlton Davis (abdomen) questionable
  • DL Khalil Davis (ankle) questionable
  • WR Mike Evans (ankle) probable
  • RB Leonard Fournette (ankle) questionable
  • WR Chris Godwin (hamstring) questionable
  • TE Rob Gronkowski (shoulder) questionable
  • RB LeSean McCoy (ankle) questionable
  • WR Scotty Miller (hip) probable
  • LB Jason Pierre-Paul (knee) questionable
  • S Jordan Whitehead (knee) questionable

Packers at Buccaneers: Odds, betting lines, picks and prediction

Prediction

Buccaneers 28, Packers 24

Money line (?)

This game features a top offense against a top defense and two of the all-time greats at quarterback. With the lines so even, you can’t go wrong either way, but this week we are going with the defense and home team. Take the BUCCANEERS +100.

Against the spread (?)

This is a basically a pick’em as it’s a one-point line. Green Bay has won and covered all four games it has played this season. Tampa Bay is 2-3 ATS and 1-1 ATS at home. However, as we are going with the home team on the money line, take the BUCCANEERS +1 (-110).

Over/Under (?)

The Packers are 3-1 O/U and the Bucs are 3-2 O/U, but the total is set very high at 55.5 points. This game will be close and the defenses will do enough to keep this from being too high-scoring. Take the UNDER 55.5 (-110).

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Arizona Cardinals at Dallas Cowboys odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the Arizona Cardinals at Dallas Cowboys Week 6 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Arizona Cardinals (3-2) and Dallas Cowboys (2-3) hook up for a Monday Night Football game at 8:15 p.m. ET at AT&T Stadium in Week 6. Below, we preview the Cardinals-Cowboys Week 6 betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and best bets.

Cardinals at Cowboys betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 5:20 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Cardinals -129 (bet $129 to win $100) | Cowboys +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Cardinals -2 (-110) | Cowboys +2 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 54.5 (O: -110, U: -110)

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Cardinals at Cowboys game notes

  • QB Andy Dalton takes the reins of the Dallas offense with QB Dak Prescott out after suffering a season-ending injury (right ankle compound fracture) in Week 5.
  • The Cardinals are 3-2 ATS. The Cowboys are 0-5.
  • The Cardinals are 0-5 O/U, averaging 25.6 points per game for and 20.4 PPG against (5th-best in NFL).
  • The Cowboys are 4-1 O/U, scoring 32.6 PPG (3rd) and yielding a league-worst 36.0 PPG.
  • The Cardinals snapped a two-game skid with a 30-10 victory at the winless New York Jets in Week 5. QB Kyler Murray threw for 380 yards with a TD and a pick, and he ran for 31 yards and a score. WR DeAndre Hopkins had six receptions for 131 yards and a TD.
  • The Cowboys kicked a field goal as time expired to beat the visiting New York Giants 37-34 last Sunday. After Prescott’s injury, Dalton (9 of 11, 111 yards) steered an 11-play, game-tying drive (field goal) with 1:56 remaining. After Dallas’ defense forced New York to punt 56 seconds later, Dalton put the Cowboys in position for the game-winning field goal (34 yards). WR Michael Gallup (4 catches, 73 yards) made two exceptional sideline catches during the final drive. RB Ezekiel Elliott finished with 91 yards and two TDs on 19 carries.
  • Dallas won the last head-to-head meeting 28-17 at Arizona on Sept. 25, 2017. It was the Cowboys’ first win vs. the Cardinals in five tries, dating back to 2008.

Cardinals at Cowboys key injuries

Cardinals

  • S Chris Banjo (hamstring) questionable
  • LB Chandler Jones (biceps) out for season
  • LB Devon Kennard (calf) questionable
  • DT Rashard Lawrence (calf) questionable
  • RG J.R. Sweezy (elbow) questionable

Cowboys

  • DT Trysten Hill (ACL) IR
  • DE DeMarcus Lawrence (knee) probable
  • QB Dak Prescott (ankle) out
  • LT Tyron Smith (neck) IR
  • LB Leighton Vander Esch (collarbone) IR – questionable for return

Cardinals at Cowboys: Odds, betting lines, picks and prediction

Prediction

Cowboys 38, Cardinals 35

Money line (?)

The COWBOYS (+110) are the play. Dalton deserves more respect than he gets and will fill in just fine as Prescott’s replacement. His past struggles can be attributed to a bad Cincinnati Bengals offensive line that couldn’t protect him.

While the Cardinals beat the winless Jets last week, they still lost to a bad Detroit Lions team in Week 3. Murray should have a field day against Dallas’ awful defense, but the COWBOYS (+110) win in a shootout.

Against the spread (?)

The Cowboys +2 (-110) are a decent play, but since I’m banking on a straight-up Dallas win and backing the ML, I’m going to PASS. If you prefer to take the points and pass on the Dallas ML, go for it. I wouldn’t blame ya.

Over/Under (?)

The OVER 54.5 (-110) is the STRONGEST PLAY – 1.5 times your usual bet. As mentioned, the Cowboys defense ranks last in points allowed. The Cardinals’ 20.4 PPG looks better than it actually is. Two of their wins came against the NFL’s lowest-scoring team in the Jets (30-10) and the 29th-worst scoring Washington Football Team (30-15).

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Johnny’s 2020 NFL record / Strongest plays 1-2-1 / 0-1-1
2019 NFL record / Strongest plays 17-10-1 / 7-4
2020 overall record (all sports) 117-85-3
Strongest plays (all sports) 58-34-1

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