Tennessee Titans betting odds line spread pick predictions best bets

Atlanta Falcons at Tennessee Titans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Atlanta Falcons at Tennessee Titans odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Tennessee Titans (2-4) welcome the Atlanta Falcons (4-3) to Nissan Stadium Sunday. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Falcons vs. Titans odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Titans lost to the Baltimore Ravens 24-16 in London. They failed to cover as a 5.5-point underdog. Tennessee had a Week 7 bye but has failed to cover 3 of its last 4 games, losing all 3 of those games. The Titans are led by RB Derrick Henry, who could be traded in the coming weeks. He has 425 rushing yards through 6 games this season.

The Falcons beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 16-13 in Week 7, covering as a 3-point road underdog. They snapped a streak of 5 straight games in which they were they did not cover. Atlanta is just 2-5 against the spread (ATS) this season. This will be just its 3rd true road game as well. Atlanta is led by QB Desmond Ridder, who has 1,630 passing yards and 9 total touchdowns.

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Falcons at Titans odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:15 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Falcons -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Titans +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread (ATS): Falcons -3 (-105) | Titans +3 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 35 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Falcons at Titans key injuries

Falcons

LB Bud Dupree (groin) questionable

Titans

CB Roger McCreary (hamstring) out
QB Ryan Tannehill (ankle) out
TE Josh Whyle (concussion) out

Falcons at Titans picks and predictions

Prediction

Titans 20, Falcons 17

Moneyline

BET TITANS (+120).

The Titans are 2-0 at home this season, beating the Cincinnati Bengals 27-3 in Week 4 and the Los Angeles Chargers 27-24 in Week 2. The Falcons are 1-2 away from home this season with both losses coming by multiple scores.

The Falcons main weapon is RB Bijan Robinson, who they drafted in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The Titans should be able to snuff the star back. They sit 7th in opponents rushing yards per attempt at 3.6.

Given the trends and Tennessee’s home strength, take TITANS (+120).

Against the spread

PASS.

Take the better value on the moneyline as the Titans have made Nissan Stadium a fortress this season.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 35 (-110).

The popular pick here is going to be Under 35.5. Not having Tannehill mixed with a less-than-potent Falcons offense is the main reasons why. However, QB Malik Willis will be in his 2nd season, and QB Will Levis could surprise with the little tape for the Falcons to scout.

The Titans have scored at least 16 points in 3 straight games, and the Falcons defense has allowed 20 or more in 5 of their last 6 games. Take OVER 35 (-110).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

Access more NFL coverage:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1367]

Baltimore Ravens vs. Tennessee Titans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Baltimore Ravens vs. Tennessee Titans odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Baltimore Ravens (3-2) battle the Tennessee Titans (2-3) Sunday in the NFL’s Week 6 edition of the International Series. Kickoff from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is set for 9:30 a.m. ET (NFL Network). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Ravens vs. Titans odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Ravens fell 17-10 to the Pittsburgh Steelers last week, failing to cover as 4.5-point favorites. Up 10-3 headed into the 4th quarter, Baltimore gave up 14 points unanswered to lose the lead and game. A handful of dropped passes, including 2 potential touchdowns and 3 turnovers, including 2 in the final quarter, ended up ultimately costing the Ravens.

The Titans lost to the Indianapolis Colts 23-16 last week while failing to cover as 2.5-point road favorites. QB Ryan Tannehill went 23 of 34 for 264 yards and an interception while RB Derrick Henry carried the ball 13 times for 43 yards. The Titans could not find a way to stop Colts RB Zack Moss, who had 165 yards and 2 TDs.

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Ravens at Titans odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 10:40 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Ravens -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Titans +188 (bet $100 to win $188)
Against the spread (ATS): Ravens -4.5 (-110) | Titans +4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Ravens at Titans key injuries

Ravens

LB Odafe Oweh (ankle) out

Titans

WR Treylon Burks (knee) out
LB Luke Gifford (hamstring) out
CB Elijah Molden (hamstring) out

Ravens at Titans picks and predictions

Prediction

Ravens 21, Titans 20

Moneyline

PASS.

For Ravens’ bettors, there is no profit to be made with -225 odds and the Ravens superior team. Beyond the fact its offense struggled to haul in QB Lamar Jackson‘s passes, Baltimore showed flashes of dominance last week.

For Titans faithful, sprinkling the Titans moneyline may not be the most outlandish of ideas. With both teams playing internationally, the run game could be more effective, and with a back like Henry, he can change a game in an instant.

Against the spread

BET TITANS +4.5 (-110).

Baltimore has had a couple of tough losses in the past few weeks with Pittsburgh and Indianapolis; in each loss, it was a 4-point or more favorite too. As stated above, expect Henry to have an impact on the ground while the Titans’ defense looks to contain Jackson and company.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 42.5 (-105).

Both teams have hit the Under in 4 of their 5 games this season with each team each hitting the Under in its last 3 games. Neither team has played in a game that has eclipsed 40 total points since week 2 when each team played in a 27-24 victory. Both sides are run-heavy meaning the clock will constantly be ticking, and points will come at more of a premium.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @seth_orlemann on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

Access more NFL coverage:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1367]

Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Indianapolis Colts (2-2) welcome the Tennessee Titans (2-2) to Lucas Oil Stadium Sunday. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Titans vs. Colts odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Colts lost to the Los Angeles Rams 29-23 at home in Week 4, failing to cover as a 1-point home underdog. Indy is 2-2 against the spread (ATS) this season and has been an underdog in all 4 games. It is 0-2 ATS and 0-2 straight up at home. Star RB Jonathan Taylor could return and is listed as questionable. The Colts are led by rookie QB Anthony Richardson, who has 7 total touchdowns through 3 games.

The Titans are coming off a 27-3 home win over the Cincinnati Bengals, covering as a 2.5-point underdog. They have also been an underdog in each game and are 3-1 ATS. Tennessee is 0-2 straight up on the road yet 1-1 ATS. RB Derrick Henry is the main contributor, running for 285 yards through 4 games. QB Ryan Tannehill has struggled this season with 4 interceptions and just 788 passing yards.

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Titans at Colts odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Titans -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Colts +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread (ATS): Titans -2.5 (-110) | Colts +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Titans at Colts key injuries

Titans

WR Treylon Burks (knee) out
LB Luke Gifford (hamstring) out
DT Teair Tart (toe) out
DT Jeffery Simmons (ankle) unspecified

Colts

LB Shaquille Leonard (groin) out
DE Kwity Paye (concussion) out
OT Bernhard Raimann (concussion) out
RB Jonathan Taylor (ankle) questionable

Titans at Colts picks and predictions

Prediction

Colts 24, Titans 17

Moneyline

SPRINKLE COLTS (+120).

The Titans are 0-2 on the road, losing 16-15 to the New Orleans Saints in Week 1 and 27-3 to the Cleveland Browns in Week 3.

Indianapolis may have its star back, which should bode well for its offense, one that has topped 20 points in every game. The Titans have given up 27 or more points in 2 of 4 games this season.

Expect the Colts to be able to run on Tennessee and score enough to win this game. Back COLTS (+120).

Against the spread

BET COLTS +2.5 (-110).

The Titans have yet to be a favorite this season, and they will go on the road and be a favorite as well. With Tannehill having a turnover-prone first month, Tennessee shouldn’t be favored here.

Indianapolis was 2-1 ATS as a home underdog last season, and it has scored 76 points over its last 3 games. The Titans have gone 15 or under in 2 of 3 games.

The consistency of the Colts offense should keep this game close enough for them to cover. Back COLTS +2.5 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 43 (-110).

The Titans are 1-3 O/U and are 0-2 O/U on the road this season. The Colts are 3-1 O/U but have not topped 23 points when playing at home this season.

Both teams rank in the top half of the league in run play percentage with Tennessee 10th and Indy 15th. Expect them to take the air out of the ball and run often. That clock should keep ticking and fewer points scored.

Take UNDER 43 (-110).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

Access more NFL coverage:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1367]

First look: Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts odds and lines

Looking at Sunday’s Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts NFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Tennessee Titans (2-2) and Indianapolis Colts (2-2) meet Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium with kickoff at 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we look at Titans vs. Colts odds from BetMGM Sportsbook. Also see: SportsbookWire’s NFL picks and predictions.

Tennessee clobbered the Cincinnati Bengals 27-3 as a +3 underdog Sunday. The Titans rode a 21-point 2nd quarter and a 122-yard rushing performance by RB Derrick Henry.

The Colts lost 29-23 in overtime to the Los Angeles Rams. The 1-point-underdog Colts outscored the Rams 23-3 in the 2nd half, forcing the extra session. The loss marked Indianapolis’ 7th straight at Lucas Oil Stadium.

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Titans at Colts odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 12:14 p.m. ET.

Moneyline: Titans +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Colts -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Titans +1.5 (-110) | Colts -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

2023 betting stats

ML: Titans 2-2 | Colts 2-2
ATS: Titans 3-1 | Colts 2-2
O/U: Titans 1-3 | Colts 3-1

Titans vs. Colts head-to-head

The Titans and Colts have played 57 times (including 1 postseason game) with the Colts leading 35-22. The Titans swept 2 games from the Colts last season and have won 5 straight games in the series. Games in Indy have seen Tennessee win 4 in a row.

Against the number, the Titans have won 5 in a row.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

Access more NFL coverage:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1367]

Cincinnati Bengals at Tennessee Titans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Cincinnati Bengals at Tennessee Titans odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Tennessee Titans (1-2) welcome the Cincinnati Bengals (1-2) to Nissan Stadium Sunday. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bengals vs. Titans odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Bengals picked up their 1st win of the season on Monday Night Football against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 3, winning 19-16 and pushing as a 3-point home favorite. Cincinnati is 0-2-1 against the spread (ATS) this season and is 0-1 ATS on the road. Bengals star QB Joe Burrow has struggled, throwing for 563 passing yards and 2 touchdowns through 3 games.

The Titans are 2-1 ATS yet 1-2 straight up. They lost 27-3 at the Cleveland Browns in Week 3, failing to cover as a 3.5-point underdog. Tennessee has been an underdog in each game this season and is 1-0 ATS and straight up at home. Its offensive superstar, RB Derrick Henry, has also struggled, totaling just 163 rushing yards through 3 games.

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Bengals at Titans odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 9:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bengals -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Titans +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread (ATS): Bengals -2.5 (-110) | Titans +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 41 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Bengals at Titans key injuries

Bengals

WR Charlie Jones (thumb) out
TE Irv Smith Jr. (hamstring) out

Titans

WR Treylon Burks (knee) out
G Peter Skoronski (abdomen) out
NT Teair Tart (knee) questionable

Bengals at Titans picks and predictions

Prediction

Bengals 17, Titans 15

Moneyline

PASS.

There’s no real value on the moneyline. The Bengals are 0-1 on the road, and at -145, I wouldn’t back them here. The Titans also haven’t played well enough offensively to assume they can overpower the Bengals.

Ultimately pass here.

Against the spread

BET TITANS +2.5 (-110).

For starters, the Bengals are going to be a popular public bet, which is typically smart to fade. Secondly, Cincinnati’s offense has struggled immensely. It has not won and scored more than 20 points in a game.

Tennessee ranks 1st in opponents’ yards per rush attempt at 2.6 and should limit Mixon and company. Burrow hasn’t looked himself since his calf strain. The Bengals’ offense may not score enough to blow the Titans away.

The Bengals are 0-2-1 ATS while the Titans are 2-1. Take TITANS +2.5 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 41 (-110).

The Titans are 1-2 O/U with the Bengals also 1-2 O/U. Neither team has had a dynamic offensive start to the season. Cincinnati has scored just 46 points through 3 weeks while Tennessee has scored 45.

There may not be a ton of offense here, especially given the Titans’ pace of play behind star back Henry. Tennessee ranks 29th in yards per play (4.3) with Cincinnati dead last (4.0).

Expect fewer points and back UNDER 41 (-110).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

Access more NFL coverage:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1367]

Tennessee Titans at Cleveland Browns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Tennessee Titans at Cleveland Browns Week 3 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Tennessee Titans (1-1) and the Cleveland Browns (1-1) meet Sunday in a Week 3 matchup on the shores of Lake Erie at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Titans vs. Browns odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Titans scooped up their 1st victory of the season in Week 2, edging the visiting Los Angeles Chargers 27-24 in overtime. Tennessee has covered both games as a slight underdog, while splitting the Over and Under. Each of its games has been decided by 3 or fewer points, too.

The Browns limp into Week 3 down arguably their best offensive player. RB Nick Chubb was lost for the season on Monday night in Pittsburgh due to a gruesome knee injury. The team soldiers on, with RB Jerome Ford expected to be the next man up. RB Kareem Hunt was re-signed to the team, too, giving them a little bit of depth and familiarity.

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Titans at Browns odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:43 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Titans +154 (bet $100 to win $154) | Browns -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Titans +3.5 (-120) | Browns -3.5 (-102)
Over/Under (O/U): 39.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Titans at Browns key injuries

Titans

DT Denico Autry (foot, groin) questionable
WR DeAndre Hopkins (ankle) questionable
CB Anthony Kendall (hip) questionable
OG Peter Skoronski (abdomen) out

Browns

OT James Hudson (ankle) questionable
CB Greg Newsome II (elbow) out

Titans at Browns picks and predictions

Prediction

Titans 20, Browns 18

Moneyline

The TITANS (+154) are a strong play on the road. The Browns (-180) were dealt a tremendous blow in Week 2, losing Chubb. While the team rallied around his injury nicely, fighting hard to the end, ultimately it was the offense turning it over twice, allowing the Pittsburgh Steelers to post 2 DTDs to win it, including a late scoop and score.

Tennessee comes in with a punishing run attack and a respectable defense. Cleveland is going to have difficulty getting much going on offense.

Against the spread

If you’re not quite feeling the TITANS +3.5 (-120) straight up, take the 3 and a hook on the road team.

While the Browns -3.5 (-102) have covered 4 of the past 5 in this series, Tennessee has won 3 of the previous 4 meetings overall. The Titans are just healthier, and they’re a dangerous team for the Browns to have to face in their 1st full game without their top offensive player.

Over/Under

UNDER 39.5 (-110) is a low number in this day and age of NFL football, but it’s a good play in this Week 3 battle. The wind will be especially fierce off of Lake Erie, blowing at a 14-17 mph clip, perhaps limiting the passing game to a minimum. More ground-based attack means more running clock, and Under bettors love that.

The Titans are averaging 21.0 PPG on offense, while allowing 20.0 PPG, with a 16-15 road loss in their lone foray onto the road this season.

The Browns won 24-3 in Week 1 at home against the Cincinnati Bengals, cashing the Under in their only home game to date. The track will be much drier for Sunday’s game than in Week 1, but again, the wind is a factor. I think the Cleveland pass offense will continue to not hit on all cylinders. However, when called upon, the defense will keep them in it to the end, similar to the MNF setback.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

Access more NFL coverage:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1367]

Los Angeles Chargers at Tennessee Titans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Los Angeles Chargers at Tennessee Titans odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Los Angeles Chargers (0-1) face the Tennessee Titans (0-1) on Sunday in Week 2 at Nissan Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Chargers vs. Titans odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Chargers lost a 36-34 shootout against the Miami Dolphins in Week 1, failing to cover as 3-point home favorites. To no one’s surprise, the Over of 50.5 hit in Los Angeles’ season opener.

The Titans covered as 3-point road underdogs in their 16-15 loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 1 as the Under hit.

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Chargers at Titans odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 8:33 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Chargers -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Titans +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Chargers 2.5 (-115) | Titans +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

WIN YOUR FANTASY FOOTBALL LEAGUE!
The Huddle has been turning players like you into winners for over 25 years. This season, it’s your turn. Custom fantasy football rankings, sleepers and tools are just a click away. Save 25% off the Internet’s best-kept secret. Subscribe now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Chargers at Titans key injuries

Chargers

DE Joey Bosa (hamstring) questionable
RB Austin Ekeler (ankle) questionable
LB Eric Kendricks (hamstring/personal) questionable

Titans

WR Treylon Burks (personal) questionable
CB Kristian Fulton (hamstring) questionable
S Amani Hooker (concussion) questionable
WR DeAndre Hopkins (ankle) questionable
OL Dillon Radunz (knee) questionable
RB Tyjae Spears (groin) questionable

Chargers at Titans picks and predictions

Prediction

Chargers 27, Titans 17

Moneyline

While their defense was torched by QB Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins in Week 1, I’ll take the CHARGERS (-150) in Sunday’s road matchup. The Titans are a pass-funneling defense, which should allow QB Justin Herbert to thrive through the air in Week 2.

I would feel comfortable taking the moneyline in favor of Los Angeles up to -160 odds.

Against the spread

CHARGERS -2.5 (-115) is how I’d bet on the spread in this game as the offense of the Titans looked out of sorts to begin the season. Even if Ekeler is ruled out for Sunday’s contest, RB Joshua Kelley looked good with an increased role in Week 1.

Over/Under

Given Tennessee’s issues to score and there being a chance that Hopkins is sidelined, UNDER 46.5 (-110) is the play in this game. The Chargers are capable of putting up plenty of points in this bout, but the Titans could have another low-scoring offense with QB Ryan Tannehill operating the offense.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Skyler Carlin on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

Access more NFL coverage:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1367]

Tennessee Titans at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Tennessee Titans at New Orleans Saints Week 1 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Tennessee Titans and the New Orleans Saints open their 2023 NFL regular seasons at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Titans vs. Saints odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Titans head to the Gulf Coast looking to get off to a hot start. QB Ryan Tannehill hung onto his starting job in training camp and the preseason, holding off a pair of drafted QBs in the past 2 years, Will Levis and Malik Willis.

The Saints look to get off to a grand style in the QB Derek Carr era. RB Jamaal Williams is likely to be leaned up heavily in Week 1, especially with RB Alvin Kamara suspended for 3 games by the NFL.

These teams last met on Nov. 14, 2021, with the Titans coming away with a 23-21 win as the Saints covered the 3-point line.

This is the first meeting in New Orleans since Nov. 8, 2015, when the Titans won 34-28 in overtime as 7-point underdogs. The Titans have won 4 straight visits to New Orleans dating back to the organization’s time as the Houston Oilers. The last time the Saints won a home game against the Oilers/Titans franchise was Sept. 5, 1993.

Play to win $10K: USA TODAY NFL Survivor pool!

Titans at Saints odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 9:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Titans +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Saints -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Titans +3 (-120) | Saints -3 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Titans at Saints key injuries

Titans

CB Tre Avery (hamstring) out
LB Harold Landry (abdomen) questionable
OL Dillon Radunz (knee) questionable

Saints

S J.T. Gray (knee) out
RB Kendre Miller (hamstring) questionable
WR Tre’Quan Smith (groin) out

Titans at Saints picks and predictions

Prediction

Titans 23, Saints 21

Moneyline

The TITANS (+130) are worth a look as road ‘dogs.

Some streaks cannot be explained, and the Titans just seem to show out whenever they visit New Orleans. Much of the personnel has changed since the most recent visit to the Big Easy in 2015. However, I believe in strange streaks like this. The Titans have kept the fire of the Oilers alive, looking to be the kings of the Gulf Coast.

If you’re not into circumstantial streaks, the Titans have a healthy RB Derrick Henry, and he will be facing a Saints rush defense that allowed 4.5 yards per carry last season, ranking 24th in the NFL. The Titans, on the flip side, were No. 1 against the run, which bodes well for a team without Kamara. Don’t forget newly-acquired WR DeAndre Hopkins if the Titans want to go vertical.

Against the spread

The TITANS +3 (-120) are an OK play with the points if you can’t bring yourself to take them straight up.

Tennessee was just 2-3 straight up (SU) and 2-2-1 against the spread (ATS) against the NFC last season, so there is some risk. However, I like the rush D against the Saints, and I like Henry and the Titans’ run game to roll up big numbers.

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Over/Under

OVER 41.5 (-110) is the lean, but play a half-unit play at most.

This game figures to see a decent amount of rushing on the part of the Titans, but look for the Saints to air it out frequently with their “new Carr” under center. We aren’t going to have a defensive slog, but we won’t have a shootout under the dome, either. With the controlled conditions and decent passing on each side, the total should inch just across the finish line.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

Access more NFL coverage:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1367]

New England Patriots at Tennessee Titans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s New England Patriots at Tennessee Titans odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The New England Patriots (1-1) visit the Tennessee Titans (1-1) Friday in the final week of the NFL preseason. Kickoff from Nassan Stadium is at 8:15 p.m. ET (NFL Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Patriots vs. Titans odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

New England picked up a 21-17 victory over the Green Bay Packers in an abbreviated preseason game on Saturday. The game ended with 10:29 remaining in the 4th quarter as Patriots CB Isaiah Bolden was carted off with an apparent head injury following a collision with a teammate. Bolden remained in the hospital overnight and was released Sunday morning; the team canceled joint practices with the Titans this week and headed home to regroup.

QB Mac Jones made his preseason debut, completing 6-of-9 passes for 52 yards. Newly acquired RB Ezekiel Elliott did not appear in the game; RB Rhamondre Stevenson ran with the starters, picking up 27 yards and a TD on 4 carries.

Tennessee also recorded a victory in its 2nd preseason game, knocking off the Minnesota Vikings 24-16 Saturday. QB Malik Willis played the complete game, connecting of 10-of-17 passes for 85 yards with 1 TD and 1 INT and adding 91 rushing yards on 11 carries. Rookie RB Tajae Spears finished with 57 yards on 7 carries while RB Julius Chestnut paced the backfield with 98 yards on 13 carries. Starters rested on both sides of the ball for both teams.

Patriots at Titans odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 7:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Patriots -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Titans +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Against the spread (ATS): Patriots -2 (-110) | Titans +2 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 38.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Patriots at Titans picks and predictions

Prediction

Titans 20, Patriots 17

Moneyline

The Packers moved the ball efficiently on the ground against the Patriots in the 2nd week of the preseason, recording 119 yards and a TD on 29 carries. RBs Aaron Jones, AJ Dillon and Emanuel Wilson helped move the sticks comfortably.

The Titans’ primary offense focus is the ground game. Tennessee had 40 carries as a team last week, with Chestnut, Willis and Spears all averaging over 7 yards per carry. If the Titans prioritize the run as they did against the Vikings they should find success against the Patriots reserves.

New England is also likely to feature plenty of QBs Trace McSorley and Malik Cunningham. Either by design, or by the shortened game, neither played in the 2nd week of the preseason. However, neither looked particularly impressive in the preseason opener and could lead to stalled drives for the Patriots.

Given the unknowns of the preseason and the value that can be found with the home side, go with a PARTIAL UNIT PLAY ON TENNESSEE (+115).

Against the spread

There’s no need to get cute here with such a tight spread. The better value is with the underdog on the moneyline, and anything short of 3 and a hook worth of insurance isn’t worth any action. Focus on the moneyline and/or total instead.

PASS.

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Over/Under

I anticipate a slow game considering Tennessee’s penchant for running the ball and the likelihood of both sides struggling to be efficient in the passing game. A few turnovers should be in store on Friday, and that should be enough to keep this one UNDER 38.5 (-110).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Andrew Reid on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

Access more NFL coverage:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1367]

Tennessee Titans at Minnesota Vikings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Tennessee Titans at Minnesota Vikings odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

After 2 days of joint practices, the Tennessee Titans (0-1) and the Minnesota Vikings (0-1) will hit each for real in a matchup that starts at 8 p.m. ET Saturday in US Bank Stadium. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Titans vs. Vikings odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Neither team got off to a particularly strong start to the preseason. The Titans got burned for a pair of long TDs in the 1st quarter of their game with the Chicago Bears and got shut out in the second half in a 23-17 loss.

The Vikings didn’t play any of their key starters — which has become the preseason M.O. of coach Kevin O’Connell in his short time in Minnesota — against the Seattle Seahawks and it showed. Seattle outscored the Vikings 14-3 in the 2nd half and outgained Minnesota 210-55 after halftime for a 24-13 Seahawks win.

Titans at Vikings odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 11:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Titans -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Vikings +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread (ATS): Titans -2.5 (-110) | Vikings +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 36.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Titans at Vikings picks and predictions

Prediction

Titans 20, Vikings 16

Moneyline

PASS.

Typically when a team is favored by less than a field goal, bettors pass on taking the favorite – instead getting a better return on investment by giving 2.5 points.

At -145, taking the Titans isn’t overly excessive, so if you’re willing to pay more to get the insurance of 2 points, it’s a bet you can make – but it may be unnecessary.

Against the spread

BET TITANS -2.5 (-110)

In the 4 preseason games O’Connell has been coach of the Vikings, he has never played his key starters because he doesn’t put much stock in the preseason. While Minnesota technically isn’t laying down, they find themselves often playing 3rd-line on the depth chart players much more than their opponents.

Meanwhile, there is a competition going on in Tennessee for the No. 2 QB spot between Malik Willis (a 3rd-round pick in 2022) and 2nd-round rookie Will Levis, who is viewed as the successor to Ryan Tannehill. Willis needs to step up to assure himself of a roster spot.

With more of a sense of urgency with Tennessee’s offense and the Vikings still learning a new defensive scheme, this should be enough to give Tennessee and edge — especially in the 2nd half.

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Over/Under

BET THE UNDER 37.5 (-110)

The Vikings will struggle to put up points and both Levis and Willis will likely not take the big risks that could be a negative on their battle for the No. 2 QB spot.

Even with Derrick Henry not expected to play, Tennessee’s offense is built around a power run game and the Titans will likely run the ball as long as they’re successful, which milks the clock and lessens the amount of time to hit the Over.

The only way this game shouldn’t stay Under 37.5 points is if there is a defensive or special teams touchdown.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

Access more NFL coverage:

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1367]