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Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commanders odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Philadelphia Eagles (6-1) visit the Washington Commanders (3-4) on Sunday in a NFC East battle. Kickoff from FedEx Field is set for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Eagles vs. Commanders odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Eagles beat the Miami Dolphins 31-17 last week to cover as 3-point home favorites. QB Jalen Hurts went 23 of 31 for 279 yards along with 2 TDs and an INT. WR A.J. Brown who had 10 receptions for 137 yards and a TD and became just the 3rd player in NFL history with 5 straight games of at least 125 receiving yards. TE Dallas Goedert had 5 catches for 77 yards and a TD.

Washington lost 14-7 to the NewYork Giants last week failing to cover as a 3-point favorite. QB Sam Howell threw for 249 yards and an INT in a 22-of-42 performance. The Commanders were held to just 76 total yards rushing while RB Brian Robinson Jr. (8 carries, 23 yards) found the end zone for their sole TD.

Philadelphia beat Washington 34-31 in overtime in Week 4 with the Commanders covering as a 10-point road underdog.

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Eagles at Commanders odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:40 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Eagles -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | Commanders +280 (bet $100 to win $280)
Against the spread (ATS): Eagles -7 (-110) | Commanders +7 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Eagles at Commanders key injuries

Eagles

CB James Bradberry (ankle) questionable
LB Zach Cunningham (ankle) questionable
DT Jordan Davis (hamstring) questionable
CB Bradley Roby (shoulder) out

Commanders

LB Cody Barton (ankle) questionable
G Saahdiq Charles (calf) questionable
CB Kendall Fuller (knee) questionable
WR Curtis Samuel (foot) questionable

Eagles at Commanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Eagles 27, Commanders 18

Moneyline

PASS.

Although they are the deserved heavy favorites in this matchup, there is no money to be made betting on the Eagles moneyline in this matchup.

Against the spread

LEAN EAGLES -7 (-110).

While the Commanders were able to force overtime in the last meeting, the Eagles have since mastered the art of the ‘Tush Push’ or ‘Philly Shove’ which they showcased last week against the Dolphins. With their ability to gain an extra yard whenever necessary, the Birds will assert their dominance on Sunday against their division foes. Expect Brown to have yet another big game as he chases history.

Over/Under

BET OVER 43.5 (-110).

The Over has hit in 3 of the last 5 meetings between the Eagles and Commanders. Philadelphia has scored at least 23 points in every game except 1 and against a struggling Washington team, expect Philly to carry the load for the Over on Sunday.

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Washington Commanders at New York Giants odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Washington Commanders at New York Giants odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Washington Commanders (3-3) face the New York Giants (1-5) Sunday in Week 7 NFL action. Kickoff at MetLife Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Commanders vs. Giants odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Commanders broke a 3-game losing streak in Week 6 with a road win over the Atlanta Falcons, 24-16. QB Sam Howell threw 3 touchdown passes to 3 different players in the victory. Washington’s defense intercepted Falcons QB Desmond Ridder 3 times to stifle any chance of a comeback. It looks to improve its division record to .500 with a win Sunday.

The Giants lost their 4th straight game, in Buffalo last Sunday. New York failed to score a touchdown and settled for 3 field goals from K Graham Gano. They have been held to 16 points or fewer in 5 of their 6 games and have the lowest per-game point total in the NFL.

The last time these teams met was in Dec. 2022 in Washington, and the Giants won 20-12 as 4-point underdogs. The Commanders are 2-1-1 in their last 4 head-to-head meetings but 1-3 against the spread (ATS).

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Commanders at Giants odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 12:23 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Commanders -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Giants +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Commanders -3 (-110) | Giants +3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 37.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Commanders at Giants key injuries

Commanders

None

Giants

OT Andrew Thomas (hamstring) out
OT Matt Peart (shoulder) out
C John Michael Schmitz (shoulder) out
QB Daniel Jones (neck) questionable
OT Evan Neal (ankle) questionable
CB Adoree’ Jackson (neck) questionable

Commanders at Giants picks and predictions

Prediction

Commanders 23, Giants 13

Moneyline

PASS.

This game is basically a coin flip, even if Jones is able to play. I watch every single Commanders game being a DC-area native, and this is a game they could easily lose despite being the better and healthier overall team. I’m not going to put down $150 to win $100 on what is essentially a coin flip.

Against the spread

PASS.

For all the same reasons I listed above, I’m going to avoid this bet as well. The Giants are littered with injuries across their offensive line and their starting quarterback will likely not play. The Commanders are not a good enough team to go in and win this game convincingly like they should. Look to the total for my favorite bet.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 37.5 (-110).

This is a really low total. Typically, I’d always look to the Over in a game that has a total under 40 but not this one. The Giants held the Bills to just 14 points, and the Commanders defense is better than its statistics would tell you.

This game will be a slog between 2 teams trying to find their way this season.

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Washington Commanders at Atlanta Falcons odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Washington Commanders (2-3) and Atlanta Falcons (3-2) meet Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Commanders vs. Falcons odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Commanders failed to cover the spread as 6-point home favorites in a 40-20 loss vs. the Chicago Bears Oct. 5 as the Over (44) hit. Washington is 0-3 straight up and 1-2 against the spread (ATS) in its last 3 games.

The Falcons failed to cover as 2.5-point home favorites in a 21-19 win vs. the Houston Texans last Sunday as the Under (42.5) cashed. QB Desmond Ridder improved to 5-0 in games he’s started at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The last time these teams met, the Commanders covered as 3.5-point home favorites with a 19-13 win as the Under (40) hit Nov. 27.

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Commanders at Falcons odds

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

Moneyline (ML): Commanders +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Falcons -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Commanders +2.5 (-110) | Falcons -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Commanders at Falcons key injuries

Commanders

CB Christian Holmes (hamstring) out
DE Efe Obada (knee) questionable

Falcons

None

Commanders at Falcons picks and predictions

Prediction

Falcons 20, Commanders 17

Moneyline

The FALCONS (-145) are 3-0 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium this season, and Ridder has shown to be much more comfortable when playing at home — he also went 26-0 in home games he started in college.

The Commanders started the season with 2 come-from-behind wins vs. the Arizona Cardinals and at the Denver Broncos, but those victories seem less impressive now that we know how bad those teams actually are.

The Falcons may be dead last in yards per play on the road (3.9) but are 12th when playing at home (5.6).

BET FALCONS (-145) to get the win vs. Washington’s bottom-3 defense.

Against the spread

The Falcons’ last 2 wins have been by an average margin of 1.5 points per game. While Atlanta is a good bet to win straight up, its offense seems to struggle to beat teams by a field goal or more.

PASS. Bet the moneyline and/or the total instead.

Over/Under

The Under is 4-1 in Falcons games this season. While Ridder has been a much better QB at home, the offense is still not dynamic enough to blow teams out or score 30+ points. This should look very similar to the Falcons’ last game, with the offense doing just enough to win in a low-scoring affair.

BET UNDER 42.5 (-110).

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Chicago Bears at Washington Commanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Chicago Bears at Washington Commanders odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Chicago Bears (0-4) visit the Washington Commanders (2-2) on Thursday night. Kick from FedExField is set for 8:15 p.m. ET (Prime Video). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bears vs. Commanders odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Bears fell to the Denver Broncos 31-28 on Sunday failing to cover as 3-point home underdogs after being up 28-7 late in the 3rd quarter. Chicago gave up 24 unanswered points, including 17 in the 4th quarter, to lose. QB Justin Fields went 28 of 35 for 335 yards with 4 TDs and an INT. His top targets were WR DJ Moore (8 receptions, 131 yards, 1 TD) and TE Cole Kmet (7, 85, 2).

Washington lost 34-31 to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, but covered as an 8.5-point road favorite. QB Sam Howell went 29 of 41 for 290 yards and a TD while RB Brian Robinson Jr. gained 45 yards and scored a TD. The Commanders’ defense had no answers for Eagles WR A.J. Brown, who had 9 receptions for 175 yards and 2 TDs.

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Bears at Commanders odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 11:22 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bears +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Commanders -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bears +5.5 (-105) | Commanders -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bears at Commanders key injuries

Bears

WR Chase Claypool (not injury related) out
S Eddie Jackson (foot) out
CB Jaylon Johnson (hamstring) out

Commanders

WR Jahan Dotson (ankle) questionable
WR Curtis Samuel (quad) questionable

Bears at Commanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Commanders 27, Bears 23

Moneyline

PASS.

At -250 odds at home, the Commanders’ moneyline is not profitable. After a great performance against the Eagles last week, Washington has placed itself in a favorable position moving into Week 5, especially against a Bears team that has shown obvious struggles including their collapse last week.

Against the spread

LEAN BEARS +5.5 (-110).

The Bears are 0-3-1 ATS this season, but they have shown promise leading into Thursday night’s matchup. It will be heavily dependent on the version of Fields we see, but Chicago demonstrated its capabilities last week. Especially with Samuel and Dotson questionable, who combined for 11 receptions last week and at best will be banged up heading into the game, the Bears will get their 1st cover of the season.

Over/Under

Chicago and Washington have combined for a 6-2 record against the Over. Both teams went over 44 points last week as well. They each average over 330 yards of offense per game while their defenses each allow over 365 yards of offense. Expect a lot of points in this matchup.

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Washington Commanders at Philadelphia Eagles odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Washington Commanders at Philadelphia Eagles odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Washington Commanders (2-1) visit the Philadelphia Eagles (3-0) Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Commanders vs. Eagles odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

After rallying for a 20-16 victory vs. the Arizona Cardinals as 7-point home favorites in Week 1 and beating the Denver Broncos 35-33 as 3.5-point road underdogs in Week 2, the magic ran out for the Commanders in Week 3. They suffered a 37-3 loss as 5-point home dogs to the Buffalo Bills.

Philadelphia is back home after defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 25-11 as a 5.5-point road favorite Monday night. The Eagles, who want to be a balanced offense, ran the ball 40 times for 201 yards. The defense also played well, allowing just 41 rushing yards on 17 carries.

The defense, although it only sacked QB Baker Mayfield twice, limited Tampa Bay to 133 passing yards — something they will look to do again against Commanders QB Sam Howell.

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Commanders at Eagles odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 12:29 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Commanders +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Eagles -430 (bet $430 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Commanders +8.5 (-110) | Eagles -8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Commanders at Eagles key injuries

Commanders

S Percy Butler (foot) questionable

Eagles

S Sydney Brown (hamstring) out
DT Fletcher Cox (knee) limited practice
S Justin Evans (neck) questionable
WR DeVonta Smith (illness) limited practice
WR Quez Watkins (hamstring) out

Commanders at Eagles picks and predictions

Prediction

Eagles 27, Commanders 10

Moneyline

Do not make this wager.

While +330 would be great to win, it is not likely to happen. -420 for the Eagles is also not worth a play. Stay away.

AVOID.

Against the spread

Take PHILADELPHIA -8.5 (-110) to win the game.

The Eagles’ defense has been able to stifle opposing teams so far in 2023.

After allowing just 41 rushing yards and 133 passing yards to Tampa Bay on Monday, the Eagles will look to stop Howell and a Commanders offense which was limited to just 3 points in Week 3.

Washington won its first 2 games against inferior opponents. The first time it played a good team in Buffalo, it folded. The Eagles are another good team, and despite this number being high at 8.5 (-110), it is still the side to take.

BET EAGLES -8.5 (-110).

Over/Under

UNDER 43.5 (-112) is the wager.

After allowing 27 points to the Minnesota Vikings, the Eagles’ defense came out strong Monday in allowing just 11 points to the Buccaneers. While Philadelphia was only able to manage 2 sacks, it was able to put pressure on Mayfield and limit the Buccaneers to 174 yards of total offense.

WR Jahan Dotson has failed to break out yet this season, and WR Terry McLaurin has been unable to do everything himself for a Commanders team which is struggling — especially early in games.

Although the Commanders were able to comeback and beat the Cardinals and the Broncos after falling behind, the same will not be done this week. The Philadelphia defense will clamp down and force this game to the UNDER 43.5 (-112).

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Buffalo Bills at Washington Commanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Buffalo Bills at Washington Commanders odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Buffalo Bills (1-1) are on the road in Week 3 to face the Washington Commanders (2-0). They play Sunday afternoon at FedExField with a 1 p.m. ET kickoff (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bills vs. Commanders odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Bills, after losing their season opener 22-16 in overtime at the New York Jets, bounced back with a blowout 38-10 win over the Las Vegas Raiders, covering the 7.5-point spread as home favorites last Sunday.

The Commanders are a surprising 2-0 to start the season, but their wins have come over the winless Arizona Cardinals and Denver Broncos. They beat the Broncos 35-33, covering the 3.5-point spread as road dogs last Sunday.

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Bills at Commanders odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:20 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bills -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Commanders +225 (bet $100 to win $225)
Against the spread (ATS): Bills -6 (-110) | Commanders +6 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bills at Commanders key injuries

Bills

DE Von Miller (knee) out

Commanders

TE Logan Thomas (concussion) out

Bills at Commanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Bills 31, Commanders 17

Moneyline

The Commanders have 2 close wins over 2 winless teams so far.

The Bills bounced back from their season-opening loss to blow out the Raiders.

The Commanders have allowed 10 sacks through 2 games.

The Bills are one of the AFC’s title contenders. Washington, even with the 2-0 start, is still going to have to compete to stay out of last place in the NFC East.

The moneyline is just too pricey to go with the Bills.

PASS.

Against the spread

Both teams are 1-1 ATS thus far.

Washington’s defense allowed 33 points last week.

Of the 32 points the Bills have allowed through 2 games, 26 have been by opposing offenses.

BET BILLS -6 (-110).

Over/Under

Both teams saw their games hit the Over last week after their 1st games stayed Under the projected total.

The Bills figured things out offensively last week.

Based on last week, all the Commanders will need to do is hit double digits.

BET OVER 43 (-110).

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Washington Commanders at Denver Broncos odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Washington Commanders at Denver Broncos odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Washington Commanders (1-0) take on the Denver Broncos (0-1) Sunday afternoon. Kickoff from Empower Field at Mile High is at 4:25pm ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Commanders vs. Broncos odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Both Washington and Denver entered Week 1 with high expectations, and both disappointed. The Commanders were 7-point home favorites against an Arizona team who many think is tanking for the #1 pick. Yes, the Commanders won 20-16 as the Under (38) hit, but they trailed in the 4th quarter, and QB Sam Howell had a lower QB rating (77.6) than Arizona QB Joshua Dobbs (78.8).

The Washington offense was shaky. It recorded 248 total yards with 3 turnovers, and no player shined. RB Brian Robinson Jr. led the team with 66 total yards (59 rushing, 7 receiving).

That being said, Denver had the worse Week 1. With all the hype around a new look team, the Broncos looked similar to last year. The defense kept the game close, but QB Russell Wilson needed to put more points on the board. The Las Vegas Raiders, who many believe will finish at the bottom of the AFC West, beat Denver 17-16 as 3-point road underdogs as the Under (43.5) hit.

Backup RB Samaje Perine led the team in yards with 78 (41 rushing, 37 receiving). Not surprising, Wilson recorded 4.6 yards per pass, vs. 7.7 yards from Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo. Week 2 will paint a clearer picture on how good these teams actually are.

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Commanders at Broncos odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 2:43 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Commanders +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Broncos -185 (bet $185 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Commanders +3.5 (-110) | Broncos -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 38.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Commanders at Broncos key injuries

Commanders

DB Jartavius Martin (concussion) out
WR Terry McLaurin (toe) available
DE Chase Young (neck) available

Broncos

OLB Frank Clark (hip) out
TE Greg Dulcich (hamstring) out
WR Jerry Jeudy (hamstring) available

Commanders at Broncos picks and predictions

Prediction

Broncos 20, Commanders 17

Moneyline

Home-field advantage wasn’t as helpful as one might think. Home teams in Week 1 went 6-10 straight up.

Now, in Denver’s opening loss, its defense showed it is still a major factor, although there is 1 glaring issue. While the defense allowed an NFL-best 2.1 yards per carry, its net yards allowed per pass was 4th-worst.

Lucky for them, Washington will struggle to take advantage. Howell’s 31 pass attempts was 21st in Week 1.

The Broncos (-190) should be able to pull this one out at home, but at -190, it’s best to PASS.

Against the spread

Both teams failed to cover last week. Washington was a 7-point favorite but only won by 4, and Denver was a 2.5-point favorite and lost to Las Vegas.

But it wasn’t just these teams. In Week 1, home favorites covered just 20% of the time (2-8 ATS). And since sportsbooks are giving Washington more than a field goal to cover, I like the Commanders to keep it close, especially with the Broncos’ offense eerily similar to last year.

BET WASHINGTON +3.5 (-110).

Over/Under

With 1 fewer preseason game, a lot of teams looked rusty in Week 1, and while that won’t last, these 2 teams may find scoring difficult this entire season.

In their openers, both Washington and Denver hit the Under. Washington and Arizona combined for 36 points (vs. the line of 38) and Denver vs. Las Vegas wasn’t close — both teams scored just 33 points (vs. a 44.5 O/U).

When Washington dropped back to pass, just 67% of Sam Howell’s throws hit the target — that was tied for 31st with the Chicago Bears and New York Jets. The main reason was that 15% of these throws by Sam Howell were incomplete, which was 29th in the NFL.

Denver’s score was relatively low because its play calling ate away at the clock. Two of the 3 times Denver scored, it used over 8 minutes of game time, and that doesn’t appear to be an accident under coach Sean Payton.

LEAN UNDER 38.5 (-110).

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Arizona Cardinals at Washington Commanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Arizona Cardinals at Washington Commanders Week 1 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Arizona Cardinals visit the Washington Commanders Sunday as both teams open their 2023 NFL seasons. Kickoff from FedExField is 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Cardinals vs. Commanders odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Both teams finished in last place in their respective divisions and have the longest odds to win their division this year.

The Cardinals have a new head coach (Jonathan Gannon) and general manager (Monti Ossenfort) after finishing 4-13 in 2022. QB Kyler Murray begins the season on PUP as he recovers from a torn ACL suffered in December so newly-acquired QB Joshua Dobbs will start in Arizona’s season opener. The Cardinals went 2-1 in the preseason.

The Commanders added offensive coordinator/assistant head coach Eric Bienemy, formerly of the Kansas City Chiefs, to head coach Ron Rivera’s staff. Washington has new ownership and a new starting quarterback as 2nd-year QB Sam Howell gets the nod. Washington finished 8-8-1 last season.

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Cardinals at Commanders odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:57 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Cardinals +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Commanders -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Cardinals +7 (-110) | Commanders -7 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 38 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Cardinals at Commanders key injuries

Cardinals

OL Kelvin Beachum (hand) out
WR Marquise Brown (hamstring) questionable
TE Zach Ertz (knee) questionable

Commanders

DE James Smith-Williams (oblique) questionable
DE Chase Young (neck) questionable

Cardinals at Commanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Commanders 16, Cardinals 10

Moneyline

The Cardinals won 30-15 when these teams last met on Sept. 20, 2020, although things looked a lot different then.

Dobbs is winless in 2 NFL starts, both last season as a member of the Tennessee Titans. Howell is 1-0 in his one start late last season against the Dallas Cowboys’ backups.

The Commanders are playing in front of a sold-out home crowd for the first time in years and the Cardinals have the lowest projected win total in the NFL.

The Cardinals did not score more than 18 points in any preseason game.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Commanders were 8-8-1 ATS last season; the Cardinals were 8-9 ATS.

Arizona’s starting defense did not allow a point in limited preseason action and the Commanders are projected to have the league’s worst scoring offense by ESPN.

Arizona’s offense will struggle against Washington’s tough defensive front but the Commanders will also struggle to score points.

I’m expecting a low-scoring close game.

BET CARDINALS +7 (-110).

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Over/Under

This game already has the lowest projected total of the week.

It will be a sludge match of punts if what the Cardinals’ starters do in the regular season is anything like they did on defense in the preseason.

The Cardinals with Dobbs at quarterbacks simply don’t have the playmaking and Howell has not shown enough to prove he can put up lots of points.

BET UNDER 38 (-110).

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Baltimore Ravens at Washington Commanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Baltimore Ravens at Washington Commanders odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Washington Commanders (1-0) welcome the Baltimore Ravens (1-0) to FedEx Field on Monday with kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Ravens vs. Commanders odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Ravens, who have won 24 straight preseason games, beat the Philadelphia Eagles 20-19 on Aug. 12. QB Tyler Huntley, who started in place of Lamar Jackson for several games and in the playoffs last season, threw for a team-high 88 yards and a TD. QB Josh Johnson also had a TD, throwing for 45 yards on 8 completions. Backup RBs Melvin Gordon and Gus Edwards combined for 10 carries and 37 yards. Expect to see more starters in this Week 2 battle.

The Commanders beat the Cleveland Browns 17-15 on Aug. 11. They were led by former UNC Tar Heels QB and 2022 5th-round pick Sam Howell. He ended with 77 passing yards on 9 completions and a TD while QB Jacoby Brissett had 75 yards on 6 completions and an INT. Expect to see a healthy dosage of Howell and Brissett as the quarterback battle rages on.

Ravens at Commanders odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 12:54 a.m. ET,

Moneyline (ML): Ravens -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Commanders +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
Against the spread (ATS): Ravens -1 (-110) | Commanders +1 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 38 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Ravens at Commanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Ravens 21, Commanders 20

Moneyline

PASS.

The 8-year streak rages on for Baltimore, and it should get some help with Jackson and the starters likely to take the field in the 2nd of 3 preseason games.

The Commanders have both Howell and Brissett, but neither has been overly impressive. The Ravens also have experienced backups who should be able to captain successful drives. While the price (-125) isnt horrible, it isn’t worth backing as the Ravens win streak continues.

Against the spread

PASS.

Both teams won their preseason opener, but each also won by a margin of 1 or 2 points. While I expect Baltimore to win, this game will be close.

Washington will be playing quarterbacks it hopes to start for the bulk of the game, and Huntley and Johnson were both quarterbacks that got snaps in important games last season. There isn’t a huge discrepancy in quarterback play, and the defensive starters likely won’t be in the game for long.

The Ravens beat the Commanders 17-15 in their preseason finale last season and you can expect another close game. If you got Commanders (+3) when it opened, good for you. Now that it’s Commanders (+1), just PASS..

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Over/Under

BET OVER 38.5 (-110).

Both teams had 2 turnovers in their openers — Baltimore with a fumble and interception and Washington with 2 INTs. Expect both sides to take better care of the football. Baltimore scored 20 while Washington scored 17.

The quarterback battles (backup for Baltimore and starter for Washington) should mean the play at the most impactful position is enough to keep drives alive.

The Ravens are a run-heavy side, ending Week 1 with 133 rushing yards. The Commanders gave up 117 to Cleveland and may get run over again. The competent quarterback play should mean drives continue and points are scored. Take OVER 38.5 (-110).

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Washington Commanders at Cleveland Browns odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Washington Commanders at Cleveland Browns odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Washington Commanders (0-0) open their preseason against the Cleveland Browns (1-0) Friday at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Commanders vs. Browns odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Commanders have dropped 4 consecutive preseason games dating back to Aug. 20, 2021, a 17-13 win at FedEx Field over the Cincinnati Bengals. Washington is 0-3 straight up (SU) and 1-2 against the spread (ATS) in the past 3 preseason road games dating back to Aug. 22, 2019.

The Under has cashed in 4 straight road preseason games for the Commanders dating back to the last Over result on Aug. 8, 2019, which, ironically, was a road preseason game in Cleveland.

The Browns opened with a 21-16 preseason victory in the Hall of Fame Game on Aug. 3, cashing as 2-point underdogs as the Over (34) connected. QB Kellen Mond completed 13-of-19 passes for 92 yards, 1 TD and 1 INT, while rookie QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson completed 8-of-11 passes for 82 yards, 1 TD and 0 INT.

QB Deshaun Watson, who didn’t play in the HOF Game, is scheduled to start vs. Washington. QB Sam Howell is scheduled to start for the Commanders.

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Commanders at Browns odds

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Moneyline (ML): Commanders +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Browns -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Commanders +3 (-115) | Browns -3 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 38.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Commanders at Browns picks and predictions

Prediction

Browns 20, Commanders 16

Moneyline

The BROWNS (-160) aren’t priced out of line if you don’t want to fiddle around with the points and just want to pick a winner straight up.

The Commanders have lost 4 straight preseason games dating back to 2021, and the Browns have a game under their belt already. They also welcome Watson back to the field and while he is likely to only have a cameo, the quarterback scales are tipped in Cleveland’s favor.

Against the spread

BROWNS -3 (-105) is worth playing lightly.

The Browns’ reserves looked pretty sharp against the Jets in the Hall of Fame Game, moving the ball well behind both Mond and DTR.

The Commanders are just 2-3 ATS across the past 5 preseason road games and were hammered 30-10 in their most recent preseason visit to Cleveland on Aug. 8, 2019.

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Over/Under

UNDER 38.5 (-110) is worth a look.

The books inched the total up a bit after Cleveland’s 21-16 win and Over result in the HOF Game. Presumably, the total is up slightly because we’ll see a handful of starters play for Friday.

Still, Washington has seen the total go low in 7 of its last 9 preseason games. While Cleveland has hit the Over in 4 straight exhibition games, we aren’t going to see a total get into the 40s.

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