Introduction to NFL Betting
The NFL season is underway, and bettors across the nation are ready to place their bets on a weekly basis. Each week, favorite bets from each and every game on the NFL schedule will be delivered.
Thursday Night Game
Dolphins @ Bills
The lack of a run game for the Dolphins and the likely game state of the Bills leading — and maybe leading big — should mean lots of throwing for the Dolphins as they try to play catch up. A good bet is Tua Tagavailoa Over 34.5 pass attempts.
Sunday Games
Packers @ Browns
The Browns’ record is deceiving, as they held the Bengals to just seven second-half yards in Week 1. Then, in Week 2, they held the high-powered Ravens to just 14 first downs and 240 total yards. A good bet is Browns +8.
Jets @ Buccaneers
The Bucs are off to a 2-0 start but have a cluster of injuries to their offensive line, with three potential starters out for this game. The Jets have an injury concern of their own, with quarterback Justin Fields sidelined with a concussion. A good bet is Under 44.5 points scored.
Colts @ Titans
The Colts are a great story at 2-0, but with home-field advantage typically worth 1.5 points, this line is saying these teams are six points apart. That seems a bit high. A good bet is Titans +4.5.
Rams @ Eagles
The Rams nearly beat last year’s champs in the 2024 playoffs on a snowy January afternoon but fell short, losing by six points. This is another game expected to be closer than the spread indicates. A good bet is Rams +3.5.
Falcons @ Panthers
The Panthers are getting gashed on the ground so far this season, allowing 141 rushing yards per game after two weeks. A good bet is Bijan Robinson Over 81.5 rushing yards.
Steelers @ Patriots
Chris Boswell has been outstanding for the Steelers, 5-for-5 on field goals and 9-for-9 overall on kicks this season. A good bet is Chris Boswell Over 1.5 made field goals.
Raiders @ Commanders
Tough game to handicap with Commanders’ quarterback Jayden Daniels’ status uncertain. But in the four games combined that these teams have played, the under is 4-0, and the Raiders have shown some conservative tendencies. A good bet is Under 44.5 points scored.
Bengals @ Vikings
The Vikings have a long list of injuries on both sides of the ball and have looked nothing like the 14-win team from last year in seven of the eight quarters they’ve played so far this season. A good bet is Bengals +3.
Texans @ Jaguars
The story all week has been the drops by Brian Thomas in the Jags’ Week 2 loss to the Bengals and questions about the chemistry between Thomas and quarterback Trevor Lawrence. A good bet is Brian Thomas Over 64.5 receiving yards.
Saints @ Seahawks
The Saints have been feisty so far, despite the 0-2 record. They’ve kept each of their first two games very close. Those first two games, however, were at home. A good bet is Saints team total Under 17.5 points.
Broncos @ Chargers
The Chargers have been impressive on both sides of the ball in their 2-0 start and have simply looked better than the Broncos so far. A good bet is Chargers -2.5.
Cowboys @ Bears
Bears QB Caleb Williams has not lived up to the hype as the top pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, but this could be a good week to get on track against the Cowboys. A good bet is Caleb Williams Over 231.5 passing yards.
Cardinals @ 49ers
This line opened with the Cardinals favored by two points in some spots. There is some hope that 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will return this week, but he is still nursing what was reported as a multi-week injury. A good bet is Cardinals +3.
Chiefs @ Giants
Patrick Mahomes has used his legs way more this season than he usually does and that’s no coincidence. He’s racked up 113 rushing yards over two games, including two rushing touchdowns. A good bet is Patrick Mahomes Over 27.5 rushing yards.
Monday Night Game
Lions @ Ravens
Nobody has held the Ravens to under 40 points through two weeks this season. A good bet is Ravens team total Over 28 points.
Conclusion
These bets offer a good starting point for the third week of the NFL season. Remember to always do your research and consider multiple factors before placing a bet. With a little luck and some smart decision-making, you can make the most of your NFL betting experience.
