Free NFL Picks: Predictions & Best Bets

Free picks on all NFL games for Sept. 17, 2025

Miami Dolphins logo MIA @ Buffalo Bills logo BUF Sep 18 | 8:15 PM ET
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Buffalo Bills logo BUF -12.5 (-110)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Bills open as a 12.5-point betting favorite over the Miami Dolphins for this AFC East divisional rivalry. It's hard for me to look away from the favorites here given the total disarray on both sides of the ball for Miami right now.

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Buffalo Bills logo BUF -12.5 (-110)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

This is a gargantuan spread, but still, I have absolutely no faith in the Miami Dolphins on either side of the ball. And the Buffalo Bills are a terrifying wagon. I'll lay the points on this occasion. 

Total
Miami Dolphins logo Buffalo Bills logo o48.5 (-115)
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Pick made: 6 days ago
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Dustin Saracini
Senior Analyst

Both defenses might fall into the bottom 15 this year when it comes to scoring, leaving us with ample opportunity for the Over to hit on Thursday Night Football. Giving up over 70 points combined in the first week of the season between the two units is a good indicator of where we're at.

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Miami Dolphins logo Buffalo Bills logo o49.5 (-110)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

The Miami Dolphins' defense allowed points on the first 10 possessions of the 2025 season, one shy of tying the single-season record set by the San Diego Chargers in 2001. That's a foreboding thought entering Highmark Stadium against the high-octane Buffalo Bills, who scored 71 points in the first two games.  

Indianapolis Colts logo IND @ Tennessee Titans logo TEN Sep 21 | 1:00 PM ET
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Tennessee Titans logo TEN +3.5 (-120)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Colts open as a 3.5-point favorite over the Titans following a 2-0 start for Indianapolis following its wacky Week 2 win. I like what I've seen from Tennessee, which has played better than its 0-2 start suggests, and this feels like the quintessential spot to fade Daniel Jones in his first road start for Indy.

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Indianapolis Colts logo IND -3.0 (-120)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

The Indianpolis Colts have yet to punt the ball, and we're two weeks through the season. While the bubble will burst at some point for Daniel Jones and Co., I don't expect it to be against the Tennessee Titans, who struggled in the latter stages against the Rams. 

MoneyLine
Tennessee Titans logo TEN (+172)
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Pick made: 3 hours ago
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Mike Spector
Author

The Colts have scored on 82% of their offensive drives, but let's see how their offense looks when playing outdoors on the road for the first time this season. This is a flier on a Titans team amid an eight-game losing streak and five-game home losing streak.

Pittsburgh Steelers logo PIT @ New England Patriots logo NE Sep 21 | 1:00 PM ET
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New England Patriots logo NE +1.5 (-115)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Steelers open as a 1.5-point betting favorite over the Patriots after a 1-1 start for each side through two weeks. Pittsburgh's Week 1 win is driving the hype in this market for the road favorites, but I have more faith in Mike Vrabel at home than I do in Aaron Rodgers and Co. after last week's loss.

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Pittsburgh Steelers logo PIT -1.0 (-105)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

The Pittsburgh Steelers made a lot of mistakes against the Seattle Seahawks, most notably a woeful decision on a kick return that ostensibly cost them the game. They'll dial it in against the New England Patriots, and I expect a bounce-back performance from the entire team, including Aaron Rodgers. 

Total
Pittsburgh Steelers logo New England Patriots logo u44.5 (-108)
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Pick made: 3 hours ago
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Mike Spector
Author

This game sets up well for contrarian bettors, as the public will harp on Pittsburgh’s defense that ranks 23rd in passing yards per game allowed, and 28th or worse in rushing defense, yards per play, and points per game allowed. Meanwhile, New England is coming off its first 30-point game since October 2022, so this is a great time to sell-high as well.

 

MoneyLine
New England Patriots logo NE (+116)
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Pick made: 8 hours ago
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Mike Spector
Author

The Patriots snapped a five-game road losing streak at the Dolphins last week, while turning in their first performance of 30-plus points since October 2022. The Steelers laid an egg at home last week in a 31-17 home loss to the Seahawks. The defense has now allowed 30-plus points in back-to-back games to start a season since 2002.

 

New York Jets logo NYJ @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers logo TB Sep 21 | 1:00 PM ET
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers logo TB -6.5 (-110)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Buccaneers open as a 6.5-point betting favorite over the Jets following New York's costly loss last week that saw Justin Fields (concussion) leave in the fourth quarter. If he isn't healthy, I don't see the Jets' path to keeping this within a score, especially given their clear issues defensively.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers logo TB -6.5 (-115)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

With Mr. Clutch himself at the helm, Baker Mayfield managed to overcome a rash of offensive line injuries to beat Houston at the death. With Justin Fields' status up in the air, I'm backing the Tampa Bay Buccanneers to cover. 

MoneyLine
Tampa Bay Buccaneers logo TB (-286)
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Pick made: 4 hours ago
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Mike Spector
Author

The Buccaneers are in a favorable spot against a Jets team that has its starting quarterback, Justin Fields, in concussion protocol. Even with Fields playing the first three quarters in a loss to the Bills, the Jets ended with their fewest passing yards (54) in a home game since 2014.

 

Las Vegas Raiders logo LV @ Washington Commanders logo WAS Sep 21 | 1:00 PM ET
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Washington Commanders logo WAS -5.5 (-118)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Commanders open as a 5.5-point betting favorite over the Raiders following a Thursday loss for Washington last week. I fully expect Jayden Daniels and Co. to bounce back in a favorable home spot against the Raiders, who enter this one at a major rest disadvantage after playing Monday.

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Las Vegas Raiders logo LV +5.5 (-104)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

Much depends on whether Jayden Daniels will play after spraining his knee against the Green Bay Packers. The Washington Commanders won't risk their franchise quarterback if there's any concern whatsoever. With that in mind and the worrying state of their defense, I'm backing the Las Vegas Raiders.

Game Prop
Las Vegas Raiders logo u20.5 Team Total (-115)
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Pick made: 3 hours ago
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Mike Spector
Author

A Raiders offensive line that has allowed 32 pressures and seven sacks thus far remains a big liability. The team cannot expect quarterback Geno Smith to limit turnovers (four through two games) if he remains under constant duress.

Los Angeles Rams logo LA @ Philadelphia Eagles logo PHI Sep 21 | 1:00 PM ET
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Los Angeles Rams logo LA +4.5 (-110)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Eagles opened as a 4.5-point betting favorite over the Rams after a 2-0 start for each side ahead of this playoff rematch. I'm as impressed as anyone else by Philly's gutsy start, but the Eagles' style lends itself to close games against top opponents, which is what I'd expect to see again in Week 3.

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Los Angeles Rams logo LA +4.5 (-110)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

The Philadelphia Eagles are 5-5 ATS at home in their last 10. They didn't cover in Week 1 against the Dallas Cowboys, and I have enough faith in an excellent Los Angeles Rams team that is 6-0 ATS in their previous six regular-season games. 

MoneyLine
Los Angeles Rams logo LA (+160)
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Pick made: 8 hours ago
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Mike Spector
Author

The last time the Rams started 2-0 was in 2021 when they won the Super Bowl. Matthew Stafford’s back looks fine after completing 14 of 17 passes for 191 yards and two touchdowns in the second half last week, and the defense got home for five sacks and eight hits on Cam Ward, while limiting him to 5.3 yards per attempt.

 

Score First Touchdown
Saquon Barkley logo Saquon Barkley Score First Touchdown (Yes: +390)
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Pick made: 17 hours ago
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Dustin Saracini
Senior Analyst

In two games versus Los Angeles in 2024, Saquon racked up 52 carries for 460 yards, four touchdowns, and an eye-popping average of over eight yards per rush. Look for him to score first in this one.

Atlanta Falcons logo ATL @ Carolina Panthers logo CAR Sep 21 | 1:00 PM ET
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Atlanta Falcons logo ATL -3.5 (-105)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Falcons open as a 3.5-point betting favorite over the Panthers in this NFC South clash between teams trending in the opposite direction. Carolina is an absolute mess right now on both sides of the ball, while Atlanta is looking like a complete team after a defensive masterclass from its rookie pass rushers.

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Carolina Panthers logo CAR +3.5 (-115)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

The Carolina Panthers have shown glimpses of getting it together. They covered in Week 2 thanks to a late surge, and I expect them to keep things close at home against an inexperienced signal caller. 

Cincinnati Bengals logo CIN @ Minnesota Vikings logo MIN Sep 21 | 1:00 PM ET
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Minnesota Vikings logo MIN -3.5 (-110)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Vikings open as a 3.5-point betting favorite over the Bengals, who will turn to Jake Browning for his first start of the 2025 season. I'm frankly shocked this line is only a 3.5-point advantage for Minnesota, which should be able to bounce back this week against a flawed opponent in a tough road spot.

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Minnesota Vikings logo MIN -4.5 (-102)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

Carson Wentz vs. Jake Browning? I'l take the former, particularly as the Minnesota Vikings have a much better defense, even with the numerous injuries they're dealing with. 

Score a Touchdown
Justin Jefferson logo Justin Jefferson Score a Touchdown (Yes: +150)
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Pick made: 3 hours ago
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Mike Spector
Author

Justin Jefferson is too good of a receiver to have just seven catches through two games, though one of those was a touchdown. The good news is his 41.5% receiving-yard share is the fifth-highest among wide receivers, and his 13 targets lead the team.

 

Houston Texans logo HOU @ Jacksonville Jaguars logo JAC Sep 21 | 1:00 PM ET
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Jacksonville Jaguars logo JAC -1.5 (-102)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Jaguars open as a 1.5-point betting favorite over the Texans in this clash between AFC South contenders looking to keep pace with the Colts. I have a lot more faith in Trevor Lawrence and Co. to win this one at home with the way that Houston's offensive line has hampered its offensive upside.

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Jacksonville Jaguars logo JAC -1.5 (-102)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

Houston's offense is dreadful, just dreadful, particularly its ground game. The Jacksonville Jaguars had numerous chances to finish off the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 2, but made too many costly blunders. If they can mitigate some of those errors at home, they should win. 

MoneyLine
Houston Texans logo HOU (+110)
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Pick made: 8 hours ago
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Mike Spector
Author

Houston is 9-3 in division games under C.J. Stroud over the last two seasons. Meanwhile, Jacksonville is 2-0 against Tennessee since the start of last season, but has lost three of its previous 17 games against everyone else.

 

Green Bay Packers logo GB @ Cleveland Browns logo CLE Sep 21 | 1:00 PM ET
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Green Bay Packers logo GB -8.5 (-110)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Packers open as an 8.5-point betting favorite over the Browns in a matchup between two teams with entirely different profiles. Green Bay looks like a legitimate Super Bowl contender right now, while Cleveland doesn't have the quarterback play to match a valiant effort from its defense each week.

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Green Bay Packers logo GB -9.5 (-105)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

It's a big spread to cover on the road for the Green Bay Packers, but have you seen the Cleveland Browns' offense in action? While the Browns' defense can hold its own, the Packers have been superb on both sides of the ball. Until they falter, I'm backing them. 

Denver Broncos logo DEN @ Los Angeles Chargers logo LAC Sep 21 | 4:05 PM ET
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Los Angeles Chargers logo LAC -2.5 (-110)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Chargers open as a 2.5-point betting favorite over the Broncos for this AFC West clash in Los Angeles. I was high on Denver entering the season, but I'm not sure we've seen enough to justify betting against the Bolts, who have looked like the sharper team thus far on both sides of the ball.

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Los Angeles Chargers logo LAC -2.5 (-110)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

I would rather put my faith in Justin Herbert than Bo Nix. After a slow start in Sin City, Herbert got into his rhythm, throwing 15 consecutive completions. The Chargers look dangerous on the ground and through the air and have the third-best offensive DVOA through two weeks. 

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Los Angeles Chargers logo LAC -2.5 (-112)
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Pick made: 17 hours ago
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Dustin Saracini
Senior Analyst

All the Chargers have done this season is win - and cover. I wasn’t entirely sure why they were only favored by 3.5 points against the Raiders, and I’m equally confused at this line against the Broncos. Denver struggled to beat Tennessee before losing to a surprising Colts team this year, but the Chargers are an entirely different animal. It’ll be the Herbert show at home, and Los Angeles will cover for a third straight week.

New Orleans Saints logo NO @ Seattle Seahawks logo SEA Sep 21 | 4:05 PM ET
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Seattle Seahawks logo SEA -7.0 (-122)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Seahawks open as a 7-point betting favorite over the Saints after their 14-point road win against the Steelers last week. This is a clear mismatch on paper for a Saints team that continues to hang tough, which will be harder to pull off in a raucous road environment in Seattle.

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Seattle Seahawks logo SEA -7.0 (-122)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

If Spencer Rattler can't secure an ATS cover against a San Francisco 49ers team that had more injuries than a full physiotherapy waiting room, I fear the worst for the New Orleans Saints. He's 0-8 as a starter, and none of those defeats, excluding last week's 5-point loss, has been by less than seven.

MoneyLine
Seattle Seahawks logo SEA (-360)
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Pick made: 4 hours ago
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Mike Spector
Author

Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler became the first signal caller to lose his first eight NFL starts since DeShone Kizer in 2017. Meanwhile, Seattle is coming off its franchise record seventh straight road win in a convincing two-touchdown victory over Pittsburgh.

 

Arizona Cardinals logo ARI @ San Francisco 49ers logo SF Sep 21 | 4:25 PM ET
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Arizona Cardinals logo ARI -1.0 (-105)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Cardinals open as a 1-point betting favorite over the 49ers with injuries plaguing the home underdogs in this NFC West duel. With Brock Purdy unlikely to play in Week 3, I have a hard time placing my faith in this depleted San Francisco roster against the quietly undefeated Cardinals.

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Arizona Cardinals logo ARI +1.5 (-118)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

History is repeating itself for the San Francisco 49ers, who've suffered several injuries to key players. The injury list could grow for the Week 3 game against Arizona, and while the Cardinals have their own injuries at corner back, I feel the 49ers have too much to try and overcome. 

Dallas Cowboys logo DAL @ Chicago Bears logo CHI Sep 21 | 4:25 PM ET
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Dallas Cowboys logo DAL +1.5 (-115)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Bears open as a 1.5-point betting favorite over the Cowboys even after an 0-2 start to the season in Ben Johnson's first year as head coach. I would love to bet on a bounce-back effort for Chicago in Week 3, but I simply don't have enough faith in Caleb Williams' current form to lay any points on the Bears right now.

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Dallas Cowboys logo DAL +1.5 (-115)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

This could be one of the uglier games of the Week 3 slate, and I can't see either team breaking it open. Both defenses looked shoddy in Week 2, but I have more faith in Dak Prescott, especially as an underdog. 

Kansas City Chiefs logo KC @ New York Giants logo NYG Sep 21 | 8:20 PM ET
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Kansas City Chiefs logo KC -5.5 (-115)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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Philip Wood
Author

The Chiefs are 0-2, but the defense held the Eagles to just 216 yards in Week 2. I expect them to shut down Russell Wilson and the Giants' offense, while Patrick Mahomes carves up a bad defense.

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New York Giants logo NYG +6.0 (-115)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Chiefs open as a 6-point betting favorite over the Giants despite an 0-2 start for the defending AFC champions. Don't sleep on the G-Men after a wild two weeks that have seen Russell Wilson top the passing charts, which could put pressure on a Kansas City offense that looks lethargic thus far.

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Kansas City Chiefs logo KC -5.5 (-115)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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Dustin Saracini
Senior Analyst

The Chiefs have lost two straight for the first time in the Patrick Mahomes era and Travis Kelce and Chris Jones are throwing fits on the sidelines - is this the end of elite football in Kansas City? I think not. The red and white have a date with the Giants to get their season back on track, and while New York played well against Dallas, an 0-2 Mahomes is a different animal. Look for the Chiefs to win by 10.

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Kansas City Chiefs logo KC -5.5 (-112)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

Russell Wilson doesn't play nearly as well against man coverage, which Chiefs' defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo loves to deploy. Plus, it appears wide receiver Xavier Worthy will be set for a Week 3 return after missing most of the first two games. I'm expecting an emphatic bounce-back performance from the former champions.  

Passing Yards
Patrick Mahomes logo Patrick Mahomes o245.5 Passing Yards (-115)
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Pick made: 3 hours ago
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Mike Spector
Author

Kansas City’s rushing issues and the fact that the Giants just allowed 38 completions and 361 yards to Dak Prescott has me backing the Over on Mahomes’ passing yards. Chiefs running backs averaged 2.9 yards per rush against the Eagles (26th among running back corps in Week 2), and ranked 29th in yards after contact per rush (1.28).

 

Detroit Lions logo DET @ Baltimore Ravens logo BAL Sep 22 | 8:15 PM ET
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Baltimore Ravens logo BAL -5.5 (-118)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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C Jackson Cowart
Senior Publishing Editor

The Ravens open as a 5.5-point betting favorite over the Lions in a matchup between 1-1 teams coming off blowout wins last week. I trust what I've seen from Baltimore through the first two weeks more than I do for Detroit, which beat up on the Bears but could struggle to trade punches with Lamar Jackson and Co. in a tough road environment.

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Detroit Lions logo DET +6.0 (-112)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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Dustin Saracini
Senior Analyst

I think giving Detroit close to a touchdown in any matchup is crazy work here by the books. Remember, while the Lions are just 1-1 against the spread this year, they were ATS darlings for bettors a year ago (12-6), and just consistently find a way to cover. After putting up over 50 points in Week 2 against the Bears, and the Ravens allowing close to 60 points through two weeks, I can see Detroit covering with ease in this one, if not winning outright.

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Baltimore Ravens logo BAL -5.5 (-118)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

I feel this matchup favors the Baltimore Ravens, especially at home. Lamar Jackson has a 24-2 straight-up record against the NFC in his career, including 14-0 when oddsmakers price him at -6 or higher.  

Total
Detroit Lions logo Baltimore Ravens logo o51.5 (-110)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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Philip Wood
Author
Washington Commanders logo WAS @ Atlanta Falcons logo ATL Sep 28 | 1:00 PM ET
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Atlanta Falcons logo ATL (+150)
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Pick made: 4 hours ago
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Esten McLaren
Content Manager

This is a very disrespectful opening number for a Falcons team that impressed on Sunday Night Football against the Vikings in Week 2. Commanders QB Jayden Daniels (knee) could be facing a multi-week absence, and the Falcons are a 5.5-point road favorite against the Panthers in Week 3. This is an early value play, as I expect Atlanta to close as the favorite.

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  • Gatorade color poured on winning coach: Orange, Blue, Clear, etc.
  • Halftime show props: First song performed, surprise guest appearances
  • MVP speech: Will the MVP mention "teammates" or "God" first?

Some sportsbooks even offer live betting on commercials, celebrities in attendance, or camera shots during the game.

Free NFL moneyline picks

A moneyline pick is simply wagering on who will win a game - no point spreads involved. Odds show favorites with a minus (‑) and underdogs with a plus (+). Either team needs to just win by any margin to cash bets on their side.

Imagine the Bills are favorites and the Jets are underdogs:

TeamMoneyline odds
Bills–250
Jets+400
  • $100 on Bills (‑250) → Profit = $100 × (100 / 250) = $40 (total payout $140)
  • $100 on Jets (+400) → Profit = $100 × 4 = $400 (total payout $500)

Free NFL Over/Under picks

Over/Under betting doesn’t care who wins the game, just how many points are scored.

  • Book sets a line → i.e., Over/Under 54.5
  • You choose:
    • Over 54.5
    • Under 54.5
  • Odds are usually around –110, meaning you bet $110 to win $100 (and your $110 stake returns $210 total)
  • If the final score is:
    • 48–22 (total 70) → Over wins
    • 24–23 (total 47) → Under wins
  • Pushes are avoided thanks to the half-point; i.e., 54.5 guarantees Over or Under wins
    • If the total is set at 54 and that’s the exact final score, all bets on either side will be refunded (voided) as a tie
  • You can also bet on the point total in each half or quarter, or for each team

Free NFL spread picks

Our expert picks typically focus on picks against the spread as one of the most popular NFL picks. Spreads handicap matchups by setting a number teams need to cover via winning by more than that amount or losing by less than that amount.

  • The favorite is shown with a minus (–) and must win by more than the spread to cover
  • The underdog has a plus (+) and must either win outright or lose by fewer points than the spread
  • Spreads often include a .5 (i.e., 3.5) to avoid a tie or “push.” If the final margin equals the exact spread, bets are refunded as a tie
  • Key numbers such as 3, 7, and 10 are considered to represent the best bets as they represent scoring increments and you can bet on teams to win by or less than those common numbers

Free NFL prop picks

NFL player props offer the best chance to bet on your favorite (or most disliked) players. It’s also the place bettors look to attack narratives and news, and our NFL prop betting sites are generally slower to adjust these lines and odds than they are to move the game lines. Looking to back a player in a revenge game against his former team, or think your team’s WR2 will have a big day with the WR1 nursing an injury during practice? Then NFL props are for you. Rush out to these markets at your favorite sportsbook(s) whenever you see a trusted report or breaking news. We’ll also have your back by tracking that info with our NFL picks.

Betting lines are often in the form of Over/Unders for a set line of yards, pass competitions or attempts, touchdowns, or receptions/rushing attempts. Other prop bets are Yes/No bets, or just Yes bets, such as anytime touchdown scorer predictions.

Alternate lines offer the opportunity to get higher or lower odds when you’re more or less confident in the standard prop bet line. Are you convinced Patrick Mahomes will go Over his standard passing yards line of 257.5? Try betting Mahomes to finish with 280+ passing yards. Not comfortable betting Josh Allen’s Under on a line of 285.5 yards? Bet Allen to finish with 220+ passing yards, or the Under on an alternate line of 275.5 in a difficult matchup.

These alternate lines with shorter odds can be added to parlays and SGPs to boost the overall payout while maintaining a high probability of each leg hitting.

Anytime touchdown scorer props, and related markets such as first touchdown scorer, last touchdown scorer, and multiple touchdown scorer props, are among the most popular of all NFL prop picks. These can provide instant gratification with quick payouts, or offer a full-game sweat. It’s also abundantly clear when you’ve won the bet while watching the game, and you can get score notifications to your mobile device if you’re not watching RedZone.

NFL props extend beyond player props. Here are a couple examples of widely-available team and game props for every game.

Team props:

  • Eagles Over 2.5 total touchdowns (+105)
  • Jets first team to score (-110)

Game/event props:

  • Opening kickoff to be a touchback (-125)
  • Any player to score a defensive touchdown (+900)
  • Will there be a safety? Yes +750

NFL live betting

While our NFL picks coverage concludes at kickoff, live betting has become increasingly popular for fans and sportsbooks. Be sure to follow our experts on X as they offer up additional advice on the biggest games while watching along with you.

NFL live betting (also called in-game betting) lets you place wagers after the game has started, with odds that change in real time based on the game’s progress.

This allows you to react to the action and potentially find better value than pregame lines. Live betting largely negates the sportsbooks’ inherent advantage over bettors, as oddsmakers at our best live betting sites and viewers are reacting in real time to the events of any game.

Sportsbooks update spreads, totals, moneylines, and props throughout the game based on:

  • Score
  • Possession
  • Injuries
  • Time remaining
  • Player performance

Popular NFL live betting options

  • Live spread
    • Example: Chiefs -2.5 vs. Bills (after falling behind 10–0)
    • Odds might now favor the underdog if momentum shifts
  • Live total (Over/Under)
    • If the game starts slow, the total might drop from 48.5 to 42.5
    • You can bet the Over if you expect more scoring in the second half
  • Live moneyline
    • Odds on the trailing team lengthen the longer they’re behind
    • Example: Bet +250 on the Bengals to come back from a 14–3 deficit when they were +105 on the pregame moneyline
  • Next play / drive props
    • Will the next play be a run or pass?
    • Will the next drive end in a touchdown?
    • Who’ll score the next touchdown?

Strategy tips

  • Watch momentum: Injury, weather, or defensive adjustments can shift game flow
  • Shop around: Different sportsbooks may offer very different live lines depending on how their oddsmakers are reacting to the game, and where they faced a higher liability based on the pregame handle
  • Use delays wisely: Streaming delays can hurt - bet early or during timeouts if possible
  • Bet with context: Don’t chase value without understanding the matchup

How we make our NFL picks & predictions

Our No. 1 focus at Sportsbook Review is always on price shopping and finding you the best betting line and odds for each pick from our best NFL betting sites. Why should you pay more (bet shorter odds) when you can fetch a greater profit at a different sportsbook, all while needing the exact same outcome on your bet?

This is the most important part of the process for any NFL game picks, player props, and futures bets. To be a winning bettor over the long term, you simply can’t be leaving money on the table by betting shorter odds when better numbers are out there.

However, this step typically follows our experts' analysis of matchups using advanced statistics, as well as player and team performance, to determine their best bets in any given betting market. Following along with snap counts, red-zone usage, targets, and more is essential to successful NFL player prop betting. Certain matchups favor running backs over wide receivers, or slot receivers over wideouts, and we always look to who’s best equipped for success in those matchups when starting our game picks and player props.

We caution against putting too much emphasis on injuries, weather, or any narrative or news-based factor. The sportsbooks are almost always ahead of this when it comes to setting and adjusting their lines. Bettors don’t have an edge just because Patrick Mahomes won’t be playing against the Broncos on Sunday. That’s already been baked into the lines. To help with that, we look at the opening lines each week for the following week’s slate of games, and we track that movement multiple times after the lines open on the previous Wednesday. This can help you get closing line value (CLV) if the line moves too far in either direction from what oddsmakers initially made it. These early lines can help protect you from overreacting to any single wins or losses. Trust the oddsmakers.

It’s important to balance betting on favorites, underdogs, and long shots. Favorites come with shorter odds for a reason, but they don’t always win. It’s equally important to know that longer odds represent a lower probability of a winning bet. Keep a level head when assessing the weekly lines and remove personal bias from your handicapping. The general public often overreacts to any sort of injury or weather implications. Know when to be conservative and when to bet an Under or the underdog on an inflated total or spread.

Diversify your betting portfolio, manage your bankroll, and track your results.

Why trust our experts?

Sportsbook Review has been around for more than 20 years, and is a trusted source of betting picks as well as honest reviews of our best sports betting sites.

We carefully match our betting experts to the sports and topics they’re most passionate about to recommend picks they’re betting themselves. Our 1-to-5-star confidence rating is based on the matchup, their research, and the implied probability of the odds. It’s rare to see a 5-star pick on touchdown predictions, as well as futures bets, due to the inherent nature of those betting markets and the lower implied probability of the longer odds.

You’ll see many of our NFL betting experts covering the same teams or offering picks on the same markets each week as they focus on their specialties to offer trusted advice.

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