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Seattle Seahawks (-105) @ Arizona Cardinals (-117):

Spread: Arizona Cardinals -1 Over/Under: 43.5

Storyline: The entire Seahawks offense got its share in this one as Sam Darnold and Drew Lock combined for 5 incompletions in their beatdown of the drowning New Orleans Saints. Speaking of getting their share, Smith-Njigba has (to the surprise of very few) really established himself as the true WR1 for this offense as he finds himself top 5 in both receptions and receiving yards. The 23-year-old is quietly becoming a star in a league where scores teams consistently put up 30+ points a game. If Seattle can somehow find passing success in the red zone, then this team might find itself in 2nd place in the division this week. On the other side of the ball is their interdivisional rivals, the Arizona Cardinals. Unfortunately, they will be playing without their workhorse running back James Conner, as he is out for the rest of the season. Now, 2nd-year RB Trey Benson has looked like he has the ability to take over the backfield; he has 30 more yards on 11 fewer carries. Now granted, Seattle's defense is no pushover, surrendering only 17 points or less in all three of their games. Kyler and his receivers will have to be able to convert on 3rd down (Seattle has allowed a 38.64% success rate on 3rd downs) and find the end zone without turning the ball over. 

Standings:

- Seattle Seahawks 2-1 (4th in the NFC West)

- Arizona Cardinals 2-1 (3rd in the NFC West)

Minnesota Vikings (-143) @ Pittsburgh Steelers (+115):

Spread: Minnesota Vikings -2.5 Over/Under: 41

Storyline: Alright, so I guess injuries negatively affect every team except for the Vikings because Carson Wentz and Jordan Mason looked phenomenal against the Bengals. Wentz went 14-20-173 and 2 TDs, while Mason went 16-116 and 2 TDs. The Vikings played so well that they even threw Max Brosmer while also giftwrapping Cincinnati their worst loss in FRANCHISE HISTORY as they blew the doors off them 48-10. This team has not missed a beat. With the way this defense is rolling, Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers have their work cut out for them. Rodgers will have to keep from turning the ball over and capitalize early if they want to come out with the win. Granted, their defense has been playing well, and with the Bengals and Ravens struggling, they can boost themselves in the standings. Though Kevin O’Connell has proven to be an offensive genius, and if the defense can continue to limit their opponents, odds are the Vikings will win, but upsets were the theme last week… So maybe the Steelers can find some magic themselves.

Standings:

- Minnesota Vikings 2-1 (2nd in the NFC North)

- Pittsburgh Steelers 2-1 (2nd in the AFC North)

Carolina Panthers (+185) @ New England Patriots (-230):

Spread: New England Patriots -5.5 Over/Under: 44

Storyline: I can’t tell if the Panthers are good or the Falcons are just THAT bad because wow… The Panthers found themselves in possession of their first win, and it was a doozy. Bryce Young played a solid game, 16-24-121 and no turnovers. A much-needed improvement compared to their last games. Granted, the defense also played its A game; despite giving up 332 yards of offense, they held the Falcons scoreless the entire game. Now, is this style of play sustainable? Probably not. But if they can use this momentum, then they should be able to notch a few more wins under their belt before the end of the season. Especially against a struggling Patriots team. The same patriots team that can’t find any success on the ground. Drake Maye not only threw the ball 37 times, but he also led the team in rushing with 45 yards on 7 carries. This team has been one of the most disappointing teams this season. Drake Maye looks like a shell of the QB he was in his rookie year. Thankfully, they are benefiting from one of the most lopsided divisions in the NFL, but still, it’s almost unwatchable. This is a must-win game for them and one that will tell us a lot about what to expect from the team that was once the top dogs in not just the AFC East, but in the league. 

Standings:

- Carolina Panthers 1-2 (2nd in the NFC South)

- New England Patriots 1-2 (2nd in the AFC East)

Cleveland Browns (+350) @ Detroit Lions (-480):

Spread: Detroit Lions -8.5 Over/Under: 45

Storyline: ANDRE SZMYT! What a legend. Not only has he bounced back, but he’s also forever cemented among Browns legends with the Longest Successful Walkoff Field Goal in Browns history. Now, the Browns face a tough challenge as they head to Detroit to face the rolling Detroit Lions. Now, there is a way they walk away with their second straight win, and it all starts with the defense. Arguably the best in the league and for good reason, allowing only a 45.46% conversion rate on 3rd downs. And locking down stars like Derrick Henry and Josh Jacobs to under 100 yards per game. They’ll need to continue that trend into this game, especially against a team that is stacked both receiving and in the backfield. Flacco will also need to be more conservative with the ball because while the Lions' defense isn’t a standout unit like the browns, their offense can strike quickly. 

Standings:

- Cleveland Browns 1-2 (4th in the AFC North)

- Detroit Lions 2-1 (3rd in the NFC North)

Los Angeles Chargers (-265) @ New York Giants (+210):

Spread: Los Angeles Chargers -6 Over/Under: 44.5

Storyline: Jaxson Dart debuts this week as the Giants announced a few days ago that he will be taking over the role of starter in place of Russel Wilson. An interesting decision, but one that feels almost necessary with how poorly they’ve performed this season. The Chargers are no joke, too, as they’ve already logged 3 INTs and 7 sacks this season. Dart has his work cut out for him, and this Giants offensive line will need to keep this rookie QB on his feet if they want him to find his groove this game and stop the skid. And while the Giants are looking for their first win, the Chargers are looking to really distance themselves from the other AFC West teams. With a win here, it’ll give them a solid cushion against their division opponents. Their defense has kept things close for their offense, and with a rookie QB and an offense that sputters… they’ll have their eyes on the W in this matchup. 

Standings:

- Los Angeles Chargers 3-0 (1st in the AFC West)

- New York Giants 0-3 (4th in the NFC North)

New Orleans Saints (+875) @ Buffalo Bills (-1667):

Spread: Buffalo Bills -16.5 Over/Under: 48

Storyline: Josh Allen and the Bills look primed and ready to start the season 4-0 as the Saints come to town. With the way both teams have been playing and Spencer Rattlers' continuous struggles to lead the team to victory, it seems the Saints' season is all but over. The hurdles don’t get any smaller, and this one is a big one. All the momentum is in the Bills' favor, and pressure is building within the Saints. The Bills, however, have very clear holes in their defense, though they look better than in years prior, BUT still they struggled against a Miami team that is still winless. This will likely continue into this week, but they have the opportunity to build some actual momentum against a team that has struggled to keep their QB upright. Look for Buffalo to add another win to their list, and the Saints to look for some solutions to their extensive list of problems. 

Standings:

- New Orleans Saints 0-3 (4th in the NFC South)

- Buffalo Bills 3-0 (1st in the AFC East)

Philadelphia Eagles (-175) @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers (+143):

Spread: Philadelphia Eagles -3 Over/Under: 43.5

Storyline: Two undefeated teams. One is 3-3 in 4th quarter comebacks, and the other is the reigning Super Bowl champs. After last week, the Eagles are the clearly better team, especially with the injuries that the Bucs face in the WR room. Without Mike Evans and Chris Godwin still questionable, Emeka Egbuka, Sterling Shepard, and Tez Johnson will need to step up in the absence of their reliable veterans. Add in the solid defensive line of Philly, Baker is going to need to keep his mistakes to a minimum and avoid having to lead another game-winning drive, because while they’ve been successful so far, it’s not sustainable. If they can pull off a win at home, though, they find themselves in a good spot once their team is back to full strength. The Eagles, however, finally seemed to remember they had AJ Brown on their team as he led them to their 33-26 victory over the Rams. With the passing game finally getting its legs, the Eagles look primed to repeat last season, and if they win in Tampa… Their chances of doing just that jump even higher. 

Standings:

- Philadelphia Eagles 3-0 (1st in the NFC East)

- Tampa Bay Buccaneers 3-0 (1st in the NFC South)

Tennessee Titans (+290) @ Houston Texans (-375):

Spread: Houston Texans -7 Over/Under: 39.5

Storyline: Remember when CJ Stroud talked with Caleb like he was a 10-year vet? Well, it seems the rest of the league did because these last two years have been nothing short of a reality check for the young QB as the offensive woes continue to pile up. This team looks like a shell of the team we saw in Stroud’s first year. With that being said, Cam Ward hasn’t looked any better as the 1st overall pick in the draft has struggled to find success in the league. Both teams have performed well under expectations, but pressure on Stroud to find success in this league is growing, and if they lose this week, that pressure only grows. Ward has a chance to lead this team to their first victory and take advantage of the changes to the Houston defense, especially as chemistry continues to develop between him and Elic Ayomanor. Both teams are full of holes, and with the signing of Nick Chubb looking more and more like a bust… there’s a good shot that these teams sit at 0-3-1 by the end of the day Sunday. 

Standings:

- Tennessee Titans 0-3 (4th in the AFC South)

- Houston Texans 0-3 (3rd in the AFC South)

Washington Commanders (-148) @ Atlanta Falcons (+120):

Spread: Washington Commanders -2.5 Over/Under: 45.5

Storyline: With Marcus Mariota under center, there were questions regarding how well this team would perform. But Mariota has proven himself to be a more than serviceable backup as they beat down the Raiders 41-24. They head to Atlanta; Mariota has another opportunity to ball out as they face a Falcons defense that was put in the ringer by the Panthers. With that in mind, we have a good matchup. Though Atlanta seems set that Penix is the guy, and with this season being his first under center, the loss last week is excusable. But the leash is definitely shortening, and with the Falcons fighting for positioning in a weak division, there’s a chance that we see Kirk Cousins take over should Penix struggle early on to find success. 

Standings:

- Washington Commanders 2-1 (2nd in the NFC East)

- Atlanta Falcons 1-2 (3rd in the NFC South)

Indianapolis Colts (+163) @ Los Angeles Rams (-200):

Spread: Los Angeles Rams -3.5 Over/Under: 49

Storyline: Daniel Jones continues to shock the league as he’s led the Colts to 3-0, all while looking like a first ballot Hall of Famer. But they have their first test as a team as they take on Stafford and the Rams. The Colts have benefited from an easy schedule so far (their opponents' combined record is 1-8); so, a win this week will not only put them at 4-0 but will be a statement to everyone else in the league that they are contenders this year. The Rams, however, are coming off a tough loss against Philly and need a win here as the 49ers continue to roll. They’ve been solid defensively, so perhaps last week was the exception. The Colts will need to maximize their opportunities passing, as the Rams have allowed only 103 yards per game rushing, even with Johnathan Taylor leading the backfield.

Standings:

- Indianapolis Colts 3-0 (1st in the AFC South)

- Los Angeles Rams 2-1 (2nd in the NFC West)

Jacksonville Jaguars (+155) @ San Francisco 49ers (-190):

Spread: San Francisco 49ers -3.5 Over/Under: 46.5

Storyline: Brenton Strange has been the shining light of the Jacksonville offense as Brian Thomas Jr. seems to have forgotten how to play football, and Travis Hunter, still not living up to his draft spot. Despite their opponent being injured to the max, they have a tough test ahead of them. Luckily, Mac Jones had a bit of a reality check last week as they struggled to score against the Cardinals. Perhaps the injuries are starting to affect the 49ers, and if that is the case, the Jags need to take advantage. If they can slow down McCaffrey, much like the Cards did, then their secondary can keep them in this game. However, offensive woes have been Jacksonville's staple, and even with the injury to Nick Bosa, the 49ers will take advantage. 

Standings:

- Jacksonville Jaguars 2-1 (2nd in the AFC South)

- San Francisco 49ers 3-0 (1st in the NFC West)

Baltimore Ravens (-150) @ Kansas City Chiefs (+123):

Spread: Baltimore Ravens -2.5 Over/Under: 48

Storyline: Kansas City finally managed to pull their first win of the season, albeit one against one of the worst teams in the league. Meanwhile, the Ravens continue to be their own boogie man as they were beaten by the Lions. Both teams are in desperate need of a win this week. If Kansas City can carry that momentum into this matchup and take advantage of Todd Monken’s terrible redzone play calls, then they have a chance to turn this season around. However, this Baltimore defense is no joke, and the Patrick Mahomes that is under center for KC doesn’t look like the same 3x Superbowl Champ we’ve seen in seasons past. Baltimore needs to take advantage of this, as well as their lack in the WR position, to get the win. If Baltimore wants to set itself up for success in the postseason, then it’ll need to keep Mahomes moving and mix up pressures. This is a Goliath VS Goliath matchup and the most important game this week, not just for these teams but for the Postseason as well. 

Standings:

- Baltimore Ravens 1-2 (3rd in the AFC North)

- Kansas City Chiefs 1-2 (4th in the AFC West)

Chicago Bears (-109) @ Las Vegas Raiders (-112):

Spread: Las Vegas Raiders -1 Over/Under: 48

Storyline: Caleb Williams and the Bears moved like a well-oiled machine last week, as they bullied the Cowboys. Carrying that momentum into this week with a matchup in Vegas against the Raiders. Both teams have found consistency, but with Ben Johnson seeming to have found the identity for the Bears' offense, they have a chance to stack up their wins. Geno Smith bounced back after a rough matchup against the Chargers; their defense just can’t seem to stop their opponents. Luckily, the Bears' offense hasn’t been as explosive as their last two opponents, but even with Max Crosby pep talks, this team has its work cut out for itself. The Bears proved they can compete and play if given the opportunity, so if the Raiders can limit their redzone opportunities, then they have a chance to put those back-to-back losses behind them and get back in the driver's seat. 

Standings:

- Chicago Bears 1-2 (4th in the NFC North)

- Las Vegas Raiders 1-2 (2nd in the AFC North)

Green Bay Packers (-335) @ Dallas Cowboys (+260):

Spread: Green Bay Packers -6.5 Over/Under: 47

Storyline: The Packers look to bounce back from a tough road loss against the Browns as they head to Dallas to face off against the Cowboys. Green Bay struggled offensively, as Cleveland's defense held them in check the entire game and brought Jordan Love and Co. back down to earth after a solid start to the season. Luckily for them, Micah Parsons is on their side this go around, and he’s going to be playing with a little more emotion this week as he takes on his former team. With the Cowboys' defense coming off a loss where they allowed 31 points to the Chicago Bears, they will look to bounce back, but when you’re allowing your opponent an average of 30.67 points per game, it’s hard to find a bright spot. Especially when you’re taking on a team that has put up 27 in two of their 3 contests AND held their opponents to under 20 points. Dallas has a lot to prove this week; otherwise, they risk going 1-3 on top of letting Yankees fans know that their NFL team made one of the biggest mistakes in recent memory. 

Standings:

- Green Bay Packers 2-1 (1st in the NFC North)

- Dallas Cowboys 1-2 (3rd in the NFC East)

New York Jets (+117) @ Miami Dolphins (-148):

Spread: Miami Dolphins -2.5 Over/Under: 44.5

Storyline: These kinds of games are my absolute favorite to watch. Not only do these two teams have everything to gain and everything to lose this week, but it’s a divisional matchup as well. The Jets offense looked leagues better under Tyrod Tayler than it has with Justin Fields under center. Miami, on the other hand, has shown improvement, but like a lot of teams in the league, Tua just can’t get over the hump. One of these teams is walking away with the win, and both teams’ defense has slowly been finding its footing in their last matchups, but both offenses have still sputtered. The first win of the season is on the line this week, though, and both teams will be giving it their all to avoid the 0-4 start and likely missing the postseason.

Standings:

- New York Jets 0-3 (3rd in the AFC East)

- Miami Dolphins 0-3 (4th in the AFC East)

Cincinnati Bengals (+295) @ Denver Broncos (-385):

Spread: Denver Broncos -7.5 Over/Under: 44.5

Storyline: The second Monday night matchup, and while I was hopeful for them… The Bengals face another difficult task as Browning must play one of the best defenses in the league this year for the 2nd time. There’s hope that he can turn it around, but with their season on a downward slide, they NEED him to step up to the challenge. He struggled against the Vikings, 19-27-140 1TD and 2 INTs, and the Broncos' defense has been stingy this year. Without the explosiveness that this offense has had in years prior, Bo Nix has a chance to stop their slide. Since their win against the Titans in week one, while competitive, they’ve struggled to get over the hump, and against a defense that has allowed 240 passing yards and 119 rushing yards per game, this is the moment for him to step up and show that last year wasn’t a fluke and he can be the one to help turn this team around. 

Standings:

- Cincinnati Bengals 2-1 (1st in the AFC North)

- Denver Broncos 1-2 (3rd in the AFC West)