NFL Picks Against the Spread Week 9

NFL Picks Against the Spread Week 9: Teams That Will Absolutely Cover

Picking NFL games against the spread that will “absolutely cover” is an art. It takes patience, money management, and hard work. We have a full list of great picks on big games, underdogs that will surprise, and teams that will absolutely cover this week. We cover all the NFL Picks Against the Spread Week 9, starting with two underdogs that will win outright.

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Last Week Recap

Last week, we were lucky enough to go 2-0 with two very easy winners. But it is time to go back to work this week and find two more solid bets.

NFL Picks Against the Spread Week 9

Every week our two picks that will absolutely cover are our best bets of the week. They often change based on news and recent spread movements, so stay updated.

The Cleveland Browns Will Absolutely Cover

The Browns are a tough team to decipher this year and have an interesting matchup with the much improved Cincinnati Bengals. Cleveland parted ways with Odell Beckham Jr. this week and that will take a distraction out of the Cleveland clubhouse.

This is a big game for the Browns. They currently reside in the basement of the AFC North, but they are only one game out of first place. The Bengals were exposed a week ago against the Jets, especially on defense. Cincinnati has problems tackling and that will be emphasized against Nick Chubb and a strong running game. The Browns have covered four of the last five games as a road underdog and they beat the Bengals on Sunday.

Browns +2.5

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The New York Giants Will Absolutely Cover

It has been a tough week for the Las Vegas Raiders. Hell, it’s been a tough year. They lost their coach under some pretty difficult circumstances. Now they have lost another player due to tragic circumstances. Although the Raiders had a bye week, anyone would have a difficult time focusing on a game after everything they have been through. Now they have to travel east to take on a Giants team that is underrated. To make matters worse, the Raiders are just 2-6-1 ATS in the last nine games as a road favorite.

The Giants play a very solid defensive game and if they can execute on offense they can beat any team in team in the league. This will be a close game and the home team and the points are the only way to go.

Giants +3

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Minnesota Vikings vs. Baltimore Ravens

Minnesota Vikings vs. Baltimore Ravens Matchup Preview (11/07/2021)

By Max Heering

The 3-4 Minnesota Vikings have shown flashes of dominance this season but have also really struggled to score. Last week, they struggled to score. They lost 20-16 to a Dallas Cowboys team without Dak Prescott. Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins threw for only 184 yards and one touchdown. The Viking’s defense gave up a lot of yards but also had three sacks and one interception.

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It is tough to read the 5-2 Baltimore Ravens. They have an excellent record but are coming off a devastating 41-17 loss two weeks ago to the Cincinnati Bengals. The Raven’s offense mightily struggled scoring touchdowns and ended up punting six times. Quarterback Lamar Jackson only completed 15 of 31 passes and only threw one touchdown. However, the Ravens defense was the real story in this game. They allowed Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow to throw for 416 yards and three touchdowns. They also allowed running backs Joe Mixon and Samaje Perine to each rush for one touchdown and a combined 111 yards.

Viking vs. Ravens Predictions

This game could go either way, but I am going to give the Ravens the upper hand. They are playing at home, and I expect Lamar Jackson to bounce back after his last game and use his rest from his bye week. The Vikings are also just far too inconsistent to count on to beat a team like the Ravens. Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins has shown moments of solid play but a lot more moments where he cannot handle the pressure.

This game will not be a blowout. The Vikings will keep it close, and there will be a fair bit of punting. But, Lamar Jackson will step up when it matters most and win the game for his team.

My Prediction: Ravens 24, Vikings 17, Ravens Cover, Under 50 Points

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Buffalo Bills vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Matchup

Buffalo Bills vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Matchup Preview (11/07/2021)

By Max Heering

The Buffalo Bills have proven themselves as one of the best teams in the league. They are 5-2 after coming off a 26-11 win against the Miami Dolphins. Bills quarterback Josh Allen threw for two touchdowns and rushed for two touchdowns in that game. Cole Beasley also had ten receptions for 110 yards. However, the Bills defense was the real story of the game. They limited the struggling Dolphins’ offense to only 11 points. Safety Jordan Poyer could not be stopped with his nine tackles and one interception.

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On the other side, the Jacksonville Jaguars cannot do much right. They are 1-6 after their embarrassing 31-7 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Jaguars’ rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence struggled a lot, throwing 32 receptions on 54 pass attempts. He managed to throw one touchdown, but he also threw one interception.  The Jaguars running back duo of Carlos Hyde and James Robinson also could not get much going. They ended with a combined 54 rushing yards.

Bills vs. Jaguars Predictions

Let’s be honest. This is not the Jaguars year. First-year head coach Urban Meyer has struggled to adjust to the NFL game and has already dealt with scandal in his young NFL career. Rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence has also struggled to adjust to the NFL. He has a high ceiling, but it will take some time for him to hit it.

The Bills are in a completely different position than the Jaguars. They have all the pieces they need and are trying to make a championship run right now. The Jaguars do not stand a chance against this Bills team. The Jaguars are just too outmatched. They are going to be crushed by the Bills, and the Bills will cover the 14.5-point spread.

My Prediction: Bills 35, Jaguars 14, Bills Cover, Over 48.5 Points

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2021 College Football Week 10 Predictions

2021 College Football Week 10 Predictions and Picks

After a busy midweek college football schedule filled with MACtion and the Friday night frenzy, it’s time for Saturday and the biggest games of the week. This week features the biggest game of the season. The latest college football playoff rankings are out and that is enough motivation for any team to put up a fight on the gridiron.

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2021 College Football Week 10 Predictions and Picks

Navy vs Notre Dame

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish is a top-ranked football team in the country. That is not enough to get a ticket to the playoffs. They will need victories and some big ones to make the committee take notice. Irish coach Brian Kelly is 8-2 straight up in the last ten games in this rivalry, but the Navy has a way of keeping it close. This week will be a different story as the Irish are 5-1 against the spread (ATS) in the last six games overall and will be able to beat up this defense. This is a bundle of points to give up, but the Irish cover.

Notre Dame -21

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Michigan State vs Purdue

The Spartans are off the biggest upset of the year and have yet to lose a game. If the college football playoffs were to start today, Michigan State will get an invite. Then why are they only three-point favorites on the road this week? Because this is a serious let down spot and Purdue is a profitable underdog. Purdue is 19-7 ATS as an underdog and 8-3 ATS as a home dog.

The Boilermakers defense is thriving with 10 takeaways in the last three games and they will pull off the monster upset this week.

Purdue +3

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Tennessee vs Kentucky

Kentucky is having a tough time winning football games and the Wildcats head coach has made it clear that he is not happy. After the loss to Mississippi State the coach summed up the loss in three words, “Played like crap,” he said. The team will not have much time to recover if they hope to beat the Volunteers. It won’t be easy against a Volunteers team that is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings. This is not new for the Wildcats who tend to falter late in the season. Kentucky is 9-21-1 ATS in the month of November and that record will get worse when they lose against Tennessee this week.

Tennessee PK

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Texas vs Iowa State

The Texas Longhorns have once again failed to meet expectations. They have a talented offensive lead by QB Casey Thompson, but cannot stop anyone on defense. Iowa State is not faring much better after a loss that knocked the Cyclones out of the Top 25. However, they are at home and they have the better defense. Iowa State is 19-7 ATS after a loss and they will trounce a Longhorn team that has given up on the season.

Iowa State -6.5

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LSU vs Alabama

This is usually the biggest game of the year in the SEC, but not this year. The LSU Tigers are having a very difficult season and have already agreed to part ways with head coach Ed Orgeron. Meanwhile, although Alabama has a loss they are still very much alive in the college football playoff picture. This is still a very big game for both teams, but perhaps more important for the Tigers.

LSU needs a win against a powerhouse team so they can recruit next season. This is also the last true big game for a coach that is beloved by the players. The Tigers are 11-3 ATS after a loss against the spread and the road team is 5-0 ATS in this series.

LSU will go all out in this game and they may not pull off the upset, but they will keep it close.

LSU +28.5

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Los Angeles Lakers vs. Portland Trail Blazers

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Portland Trail Blazers Matchup Preview

By Max Heering

The Los Angeles Lakers have had a rough start to the season. They are 5-4 after their 107-104 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder are going through a rebuild, and their two wins have both come against the Lakers. The Lakers played without LeBron James last night but still had three players score over 20 points. The problem was that those three players (Anthony Davis, Russell Westbrook, and Carmelo Anthony) scored 77 combined points and accounted for a whopping 74% of their team points. On the other side, the Portland Trail Blazers are 3-5 after their 107-104 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Damian Lillard led all Blazers in scoring with 26 points. However, CJ McCollum might have had a more impressive game than Lillard. McCollum had 21 points, seven rebounds, and six assists.

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Lakers vs. Trail Blazers Predictions

The Trail Blazers are very healthy right now, and the Lakers are dealing with a rash of injuries. The most notable injured player is LeBron James. The Trail Blazers will have a much easier matchup without facing LeBron James. This Lakers team has not proven that they can win without their superstar yet. That has been most evident with their two losses against the Thunder.

The Trail Blazers will still have a tough matchup even though the Lakers do not have Lebron James tonight. They will have to push the pace against this veteran Lakers squad and use their age as an advantage. Damian Lillard is a great playmaker and has shown that he can pass the ball well. He will need to continue doing that tonight to overwhelm the Lakers defense. The Trail Blazers have a chance tonight to regain some momentum after their tough toss to the Cavaliers. I expect them to take full advantage of that.

My Prediction: Trail Blazers 108, Lakers 103.

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Atlanta Hawks vs. Phoenix Suns

2021 Atlanta Hawks vs. Phoenix Suns Matchup Preview

By Max Heering

The 4-5 Atlanta Hawks will have a tough matchup on the road tonight against the Phoenix Suns. The Hawks are coming off a 116-98 loss against the Utah Jazz that saw their record drop below .500. Point guard Trae Young was impressive in the loss with 21 points and seven assists. On the other side, the 4-3 Phoenix Suns are gaining some momentum and have won three games in a row. They are coming off a 123-111 win against the rebuilding Houston Rockets.  Guard Devin Booker led the Suns in scoring with 27 points and also had nine rebounds. It is worth noting that guard Landry Shamet had a productive game off the bench too. He scored 19 points in 19 minutes.

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Hawks vs. Suns Predictions

The Atlanta Hawks still have a talented team, but they have struggled to string some wins together this season against some of the NBA’s best. Even though they have been losing, they have maintained almost all of their roster from last year and should not be concerned about their skill level. The Phoenix Suns, on the other hand, are feeling pretty good. They have momentum from winning three games in a row and will be playing at home tonight. Those last three wins have not been against great teams, but it still feels nice to pull out a few wins in a row.

I believe the Hawks are a better team, but they will be outplayed tonight by the surging Suns. Devin Booker has continued his scoring dominance into this season, averaging 22.6 points per game, and point guard Chris Paul has been passing the ball as effectively as ever. He is averaging 12 assists a game and just passed Steve Nash for the third-most assists ever. This will be a close game, but the Suns will pull it out and push their winning streak to four.

My Prediction: Suns 110, Hawks 102 [BET ON THE GAME HERE]

 

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Odell Beckham Jr Odds

Odell Beckham Jr Odds and Rumors: The Best Landing Spot For OBJ

The Odell Beckham Jr drama is over and he is no longer a member of the Cleveland Browns. The Browns waived the disgruntled superstar today and now other teams will have to vie for his services. Sportsbooks raced to post odds on his next landing spot, but there are a few things to consider.

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Odell Beckham Jr Odds

The odds on Odell Beckham’s next team have been released. If the odds are correct OBJ will be headed to play with Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders. However, the Raiders are not alone on the top of the odds list. The New Orleans Saints, Buffalo Bills, Baltimore Ravens, and the New England Patriots are also on the top of the wish-list for destinations for OBJ.

Here is a list of the current odds:

Things to Consider

Technically OBJ is not a free agent. He has to clear waivers and of course, finances always play a role in acquiring any new player. Then you have to consider where OBJ wants to play. He will want to play with a contender and he will want to get the ball. This is not an easy combination to find.

Watching the Waivers

According to the ESPN article, the Browns converted his base salary into a signing bonus to lower the financial hit. But the waivers are the important part. This will take some time and he cannot be claimed on waivers until next week. The waivers are in reverse order so the Detroit Lions will have first dibs on his services.

Here is a look at the current NFL waiver wire order.

  1. Detroit Lions
  2. Miami Dolphins
  3. Houston Texans
  4. Jacksonville Jaguars
  5. New York Jets
  6. New York Giants
  7. Washington Football Team
  8. Philadelphia Eagles
  9. Seattle Seahawks
  10. Chicago Bears
  11. Atlanta Falcons
  12. San Francisco 49ers
  13. Minnesota Vikings
  14. Indianapolis Colts
  15. New England Patriots
  16. Denver Broncos
  17. Cleveland Browns
  18. Kansas City Chiefs
  19. Carolina Panthers
  20. Los Angeles Chargers
  21. Pittsburgh Steelers
  22. Cincinnati Bengals
  23. New Orleans Saints
  24. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
  25. Buffalo Bills
  26. Las Vegas Raiders
  27. Dallas Cowboys
  28. Green Bay Packers
  29. Baltimore Ravens
  30. Los Angeles Rams
  31. Tennessee Titans
  32. Arizona Cardinals

Teams To Track

Figuring out where a star player will play next is never easy. Just look at Cam Newton. The Saints and the Raiders are the prohibitive favorites according to the sports betting odds that we have seen. But they are very low on the waiver wire and rivals like the Falcons, Chiefs and the Broncos will have a chance to claim Beckham first. The same can be said for teams like the Rams, Ravens, Bills, and the Buccaneers.

The first real team on the list that has a real shot of claiming OBJ is the San Francisco 49ers. They don’t have the cap room, but if interested they may be able to make it work. The Philadelphia Eagles need a wide receiver and they have the cap space, but will OBJ want to play with a team that is clearly not a contender? The short answer is no, OBJ will need the rest of this year to perform to get a contract. This means he wants to play with a good QB and he wants to play with a contender.

The Best Fit For OBJ

New England Patriots +650

Many believe that the New England Patriots are a good fit, but they are not. The Patriots already spent a boatload of money on new targets and everything is working right now. They are a playoff fringe team that likes to run first. This is not a place where OBJ will shine.

Seattle Seahawks +2500

The Seahawks are ninth in waiver priority and they have the cap space. Although the Seahawks have a dynamic duo at wide receiver with DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett, OBJ will be a perfect fit. OBJ will take attention off the current pass-catching crew. Russell Wilson is healthy and will return under center. The Seahawks need to win every game if they want to make a playoff run.

Buffalo Bills +500

OBJ will have to clear waivers to get to Buffalo, but this is another nice fit. He will fit in well in this offense alongside Diggs and Sanders and will play with one of the best QBs in the league. This is a team that has Super Bowl aspirations and the community will welcome OBJ with open arms.

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2021 Utah vs Stanford Predictions and Picks To Bet

2021 Utah vs Stanford Predictions and Picks To Bet

This has already been an incredible week of college football. Midweek MACtion provided some great games and stunning upsets, but Friday night brings out the big names and the big games.  With a full football slate on Saturday, winning on Friday is essential. The 2021 Utah vs Stanford predictions provides some interesting picks to bet.

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Friday Night Lights

The Pac-12 gets all the love on Friday night when the Utah Utes head to Stanford to go up against the Cardinal. Although Stanford is only 3-5 straight up on the season they always play tough football. The Cardinal opened the week as six-point underdogs, but that has changed. According to the latest odds posted at MyBookie, the Cardinal is now nine-point underdogs. This move is because the public is happy to bet on Utah after they completely crushed UCLA in the last game.

Look Out For the Let-Down

Let down in college football is real. Teams get overly excited about a big win (like against UCLA) and they hold onto that for weeks, instead of focusing on the next opponent. To make matters worse the Utes are just 1-3 straight up on the road this season. This includes an abysmal record of 1-5 against the spread (ATS) when they are a road favorite. Utes coach Kyle Whittingham is a smart man and he has commented on the potential letdown multiple times in the media this week.

2021 Utah vs Stanford Predictions

The Utes are in trouble. They have a short week and a road trip. Stanford is fighting to be bowl eligible and they need a win. A win against a talented team like Utah will only help their case for a big bowl game. The Cardinals are a very dangerous dog as they are 11-4 ATS as a home underdog. This is too many points for a Utah team that is 2-5 ATS in the last 7 games as a favorite. Stanford can win this game, so the points are a plus.

Stanford +9

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2021 Jets vs Colts Predictions

2021 Jets vs Colts Predictions: Another White Out on Thursday Night?

The Thursday night NFL schedule gives us another gem when the New York Jets and the Indianapolis Colts face off. At first, this may not seem like an intriguing matchup but look again. The Jets have a story in your quarterback Mike White who is already in the NFL Hall of Fame with his debut performance from a week ago. The Colts have stumbled out the gate and this game becomes crucial for their playoff aspirations. That makes this a must-watch game!

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Odds and Trends

Despite the Jet’s big win a week ago that demolished survivor pools across the country; they are a huge underdog on Thursday. According to the top-rated sportsbooks, the Colts are double-digit favorites in this prime-time matchup. This is interesting considering that the Colts are just 1-4 against the spread (ATS) in the last five games as a favorite.

Good Jets vs Bad Jets

The Jets are a decent offense with the emergence of young players. But they have some issues. Last week they had an interception against the Bengals, but it was the first turnover in the last seven games. And they also managed to score in the first quarter against the Bengals, something they had not done in the first six games. IN short, the Jets are not very good. But since the story of Mike Whit is getting all of the headlines, the Jets are now a trendy underdog on Thursday night Football.

2021 Jets vs Colts Predictions

Mike White did an incredible job against the Bengals and Jets RB Michael Carter is starting to develop as an excellent running back. However, this Colts defense is better than advertised. They can stop the run and they have had one of the toughest schedules of the year. This makes this game a trouble spot for the trendy underdog. The Jets are just 5-11 ATS after allowing 30 or more points, which shows that this team does not put back-to-back great games together too often. New York is also 15-33-3 ATS on the road and 14-33-4 ATS as road underdogs. The Colts win big on Thursday!

Colts -11 [BET THE GAME HERE]

2021 Northern Illinois vs Kent State Predictions

2021 Northern Illinois vs Kent State Predictions and Picks To Bet

There is nothing better than midweek college football and some sweet MACtion to wager on. Yesterday the dogs were barking in prime-time action! The standalone games on the schedule are very attractive to wager on. Especially if you want to get your football fix before the weekend. The Northern Illinois vs Kent State Predictions for this week present some interesting picks to bet.

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Best of the Best 

The Northern Illinois Huskies bring an unbeaten record into this game against the Golden Flashes. The strength of this Huskies unit is the running game. They have more than one rusher that can lead the way between Harrison Waylee and Jay Ducker. It won’t be easy however to put up points against a Kent State that has yet to lose a game at home. 

A Flash in the Pan

The Kent State Golden Flashes are led by senior quarterback Dustin Crum who can run and pass the ball. Unlike the Huskies, however, the Golden Flashes have a losing record against the spread (3-5 ATS) this season. The Golden Flashes are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 home games and 12-5 ATS in their last 17 conference games. So this team does have some positives heading into this contest.

Northern Illinois vs Kent State Predictions and Picks To Bet

Both of these teams have incredible rushing attacks. But Kent State has the edge in two important areas. They are at home and they are healthy. The Golden Flashes do have to make up for a very vulnerable defense, but they have the offensive firepower to get that done. The Huskies are 3-7-1 ATS in their last 11 games following a win against the spread and they are going to fall short in this contest. 

Final Score: Huskies 27 Golden Flashes 33

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