Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tennessee Titans Betting Odds and Predictions
Divisional bragging rights will be on the line on Sunday when the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Tennessee Titans meet at LP Field.Sportsbetting.com currently have the Titans listed as 3-point favorites versus the Jaguars, while the game's total is sitting at 44½.
The Jaguars defeated St. Louis 23-20 in overtime as a 9.5-point favorite in Week 6. The combined score went OVER the posted over/under total (42.5).
Maurice Jones-Drew rushed for 133 yards and three touchdowns on 33 carries for Jacksonville, while Mike Sims-Walker caught nine passes for 120 yards
The Titans lost to New England 59-0 as a 9-point underdog in Week 6. The combined score went OVER the posted over/under total (38.5).
Kerry Collins passed for negative-seven yards with an interception for Tennessee and Chris Johnson rushed for 128 yards on 17 carries.
Jacksonville most recently:
When playing in November are 5-5
When playing on grass are 4-6
After outgaining opponent are 3-7
When playing within the division are 4-6
Tennessee most recently:
When playing in November are 6-4
When playing on grass are 3-7
After being outgained are 5-5
When playing within the division are 5-5
A few trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Jacksonville's last 6 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Jacksonville's last 5 games
Jacksonville is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Jacksonville is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Tennessee
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Tennessee's last 5 games
Tennessee is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games when playing at home against Jacksonville
Tennessee is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games when playing at home against Jacksonville
Tennessee is 8-4 SU in its last 12 games at home
NCAA Football Betting – USC/Oregon Pick
Think the World Series odds are scary to navigate? What about picking the Pac-10 winner? USC and Oregon are both 6-1 and clash Saturday night in what should be a Halloween thriller. It’s natural to assume USC is the better team and can romp, but there’s one big problem; the game is at Oregon. (4) USC Trojans @ (10) Oregon Ducks
Saturday, October 31, 8:00 p.m. ET
Online betting favorite: USC -3
After being talked up as a BCS contender for a while, the Trojans haven’t looked like one in recent weeks. They barely scraped by Oregon State 42-36, almost blowing a lead late in the fourth quarter. However, we could easily chalk up the defensive lag to a loss of focus in a game that seemed like it was over. Against tougher competition, the Trojans should tighten things up.
The Ducks like to run and LaMichael James has been fantastic subbing for suspended LaGarrette Blount. James has four 100-yard effort in his past five games, highlighted by a 154-yard, two-touchdown effort against Boise State. Look for USC to key on him and force the ball into Jeremiah Masoli’s hands. Masoli has done a decent job taking care of the ball and his legs are dangerous but he’s ultimately a caretaker, so USC will hope to expose his limitations.
The Trojans have a tough test on offense facing the No. 19 defense in the nation and playing in front of an Oregon crowd gaining a reputation as one of college football’s best. But their balanced attack may be too much for the Ducks to handle. Matt Barkley still makes the odd freshman mistake but isn’t afraid to take shots downfield. He also has an outstanding rushing attack supporting him – sort of like Mr. Favre has to boost the Vikings’ NFL odds. Joe McKnight is having a solid season and Allen Bradford has filled in admirably for injured Stafon Johnson; it’s thus no surprise that USC is 13th in the country in rushing.
Saturday’s game certainly won’t be easy but the Trojans have the personnel to conquer this tough test. Like the Yankees as baseball picks, the Trojans will prevail in hostile territory.
Pick: Trojans -3
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*Despite concerns, U.S. bid for 2018 still strong
FRIDAY
Ian Joyce and Southend United play Gillingham.
Matt Taylor and FSV Frankfurt play FC Union Berlin.
Freddy Adu and Belenenses play FC Porto.
SATURDAY
Marcus Hahnemann and Wolverhampton Wanderers play Stoke City.
Jozy Altidore and Hull City play Burnley.
Jonathan Spector and West Ham United play Sunderland.
Tim Howard and Everton play Brad Friedel, Brad Guzan and Aston Villa.
Clint Dempsey, Eddie Johnson and Fulham play Liverpool.
Frank Simek and Sheffield Wednesday play Bristol City.
Zak Whitbread and Millwall play Colchester United.
Mike Grella and Leeds United play Yeovil Town.
Jemal Johnson and Milton Keynes Dons play Bristol Rovers.
Jon-Paul Pittman and Wycombe Wanderers play Walsall.
Dominic Cervi and Celtic play Kilmarnock.
Steve Cherundolo and Hannover 96 play FC Cologne.
Michael Bradley and Borussia Moenchengladbach play Hamburg SV.
Benny Feilhaber, Jeremiah White and AGF Aarhus play Danny Califf and FC Midtjylland.
Edgar Castillo and Tigres UANL play U.A. de G.
Michael Orozco and San Luis play Monterrey.
Jose Francisco Torres and Pachuca play Atlas.
Marco Vidal and Indios de Ciudad Juarez play Puebla.
SUNDAY
DaMarcus Beasley and Rangers play Dundee United.
David Yeldell and TUS Koblenz play MSV Duisburg.
Kenny Cooper and TSV 1860 Munich play Luis Robles and Kaiserslautern.
Carlos Bocanegra and Stade Rennes play Valenciennes.
Michael Parkhurst and FC Nordsjaelland play Brondby.
Alejandro Bedoya and Orebro SK play Trelleborgs FF.
Mikkel Diskerud and Stabaek play Sandefjord.
Clarence Goodson, Hunter Freeman and IK Start play Troy Perkins and Valerenga.
MONDAY
Kamani Hill and Vitoria de Guimaraes play Academica de Coimbra.
Marcus Tracy and Aalborg play Odense BK.
NFL Betting – Favre makes highly-anticipated Lambeau Return
The NFL odds for this week’s matchup between NFC North rivals Minnesota and Green Bay may take a backseat to the hype surrounding Brett Favre, who is making his return to Lambeau field, but this time as a Viking, which may bring some heat from Packer fans.Vikings vs Packers odds – Sunday, November 1, 4:15 PM ET
The Vikings (6-1) finally lost last week, falling 27-17 at Pittsburgh behind a couple of turnovers that were returned for scores. Favre was 34-of-51 for 334 yards and a pick, while Adrian Peterson had 18 carries for 69 yards and a score for the Vikings, who also committed 11 penalties. Minnesota heads into this game with some injury worries, as cornerback Antonio Winfield (foot) missed last week’s game and will probably be out this week, along with receiver Bernard Berrian (hamstring) and linebacker E.J. Henderson (knee). With all these injuries, the Vikings’ status as online betting favorites may be in question.
The Packers (4-2) dominated Cleveland 31-3 on the road, and Aaron Rodgers went 15-of-20 for 246 yards and three touchdowns. Ryan Grant had a huge day on the ground, running for 148 yards and a score as the Packers racked up 460 yards. Defensively, the Packers allowed 139 yards against a terrible Cleveland offense, forcing a pair of turnovers. The Packers have won their last two by a score of 57-3, but it was against Detroit and the Browns. After losing to Minnesota in Week 4, this week will be a better test of where the Packers are.
NFL football betting has the Packers as a 3-point favorite at Lambeau, where the Vikings have lost their last three trips. All eyes in the NFL world will be on this game, and it’s hard to fathom how much Favre wants to win this game. That’s why we’re taking the Packers at home to avenge their Week 4 loss. Favre will go from game-manager to hero mode, and that plays into the Packers’ hands. Green Bay will have to do a better job in protecting Rodgers, who was sacked eight times in Minnesota, because Rodgers can destroy any defense with time.
NFL picks: Green Bay -3
Ohio Bobcats vs. Ball State Cardinals Betting Odds
The Ohio Bobcats and the Ball State Cardinals will both be gunning for a victory on Saturday when they meet at Scheumann Stadium.Bodog Sportsbook currently have the Bobcats listed as 6½-point favorites versus the Cardinals, while the game's total is sitting at 44.
Lavon Brazill had an 87-yard punt return for Ohio in a 20-11 loss to Kent State in Week 8.
The Bobcats failed to cover the 9.5-point spread, while the final score played UNDER the day's posted total of 46.5.
Ball State scored 16 unanswered points in the third quarter to beat Eastern Michigan 29-27 in Week 8.
The Cardinals missed covering the 3-point spread, while the final score played OVER the day's posted total of 43.
Ohio most recently:
When playing in October are 5-5
When playing on turf are 7-3
After being outgained are 9-1
When playing within the conference are 6-4
Ball State most recently:
When playing in October are 6-4
When playing on turf are 3-7
After outgaining opponent are 7-3
When playing within the conference are 6-4
A few college football lines and trends to consider:
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Ohio's last 5 games on the road
Ohio is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road
Ohio is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Ohio is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games
Ball State is 1-9 SU in its last 10 games
Ball State is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games at home
U-17s defeat Malawi 1-0
*U.S. displays improved defensive discipline against Malawi
*Post Match Quote Sheet: USA 1, Malawi 0
NCAA Football Betting – Georgia No Match For Florida
While most people will be focused on World Series betting and the World Series odds, since the Championship round of baseball is upon, there is no reason to neglect football. This Saturday, we will have an excellent slate of games and while the No. 2 team in the nation is idle while the Alabama Crimson Tide take their bye week, the No. 1 team in the land, the Florida Gators, will be in action.
It’s time to renew the rivalry between Florida and Georgia in what is called The World’s Biggest Outdoor Cocktail Party. The game will take place on a neutral site in Jacksonville, which may actually help Florida more than it helps the Georgia Bulldogs.
The Bulldogs are coming off of a bye week so two week’s preparation for their biggest rival could make a big difference. In most cases it would. But the Bulldogs are not their typical selves this year and this roster is not as talented as some of the previous ones that Mark Richt has had.
Let’s take a closer look at the matchup with a pick:
Florida Gators vs Georgia Bulldogs
Online Racebook odds: Florida -15
The Florida Gators have been cutting it close over the last couple of weeks. On one hand, many handicappers might suggest that they are over their close contests and now they will be able to mop the floor with their opponents once again. On the other hand, some bettors suggest that this is a downward trend and the team is heading towards a loss.
The Gators were favored by 24 points over Arkansas and needed a last-second field goal to win. They were also a similar favorite over Mississippi State and it wasn’t until late in the third quarter before they created some separation.
The Bulldogs do have some nice pieces, such as a fifth-year senior at quarterback in Joe Cox and stellar wideout A.J. Green, but they don’t have a complete squad to shutdown Florida’s offense or keep them off the board.
This is a mediocre Georgia team that is just 4-3 on the year and got blown out at Tennessee. That’s not a good sign as they head to face the No. 1 team in the land.
Look for Georgia to keep it tight to start but Florida will have a two-score lead the entire way.
Online betting pick: Florida -15
U-17 Post Game Press Conference and YA News
*Brown gives Altidore a life-line
Beasley with Rangers
*He played 75 minutes in a 3-1 win over Dundee.
*Doesn't sound like his best outing, but will try to have highlights soon.
Guzan with Aston Villa
*He was penalty kick hero in a win over Sunderland after a 0-0 draw.
*Highlights will be up as soon as they are available.
The "new" Real Madrid no Longer Scares Anyone
Real Madrid, with Raul, Benzema, Guti and Albiol, fell 4-0 to their neighbor Alcorcón, Third Division, today in the knockout phase leg of the football betting Copa del Rey.Real Madrid lost against AC Milan (3-2) in the sports betting online Champions League and failed to score for the first time a single goal against Sporting Gijon (0-0) in the Spanish League to finish in a week so be thrashed historic for a modest club near the Spanish capital.
Alcorcón militates II B (Third) and has an annual budget of 1.2 billion euros, or about 300 times less than Real Madrid.
Things start to get complicated for the Chilean coach Manuel Pellegrini, heavily criticized after the defeats against Sevilla and Milan, and tie in Gijon.
Today, Real Madrid fielded a team of stars but was forced to play defense before another modest, which received countless scoring chances, some of whom knew how to use well.
Borja, a player who has already scored four times before the "whites" in the Cup, was the one who opened the scoring logic (16 ').
Arbeloa, with bad luck, he broke his own net on 22 minutes. After Ernesto, just next to the second post did the third for Alcorcón (40 '). This was difficult to digest for meringue President Florentino Perez, and its director general, Jorge Valdano present in the VIP of the stadium.
In the second half, Borja scored his double (52 '), the sixth goal that Real Madrid brand.
Within a fortnight at the legendary Santiago Bernabeu stadium, around the corner, the place needs to rank second round scoring five goals and not conceding none.
Last season, the team was eliminated Chamartin in the knockout phase of this competition for the Real Union Irun, another club from Third. His last Copa del Rey won in 1993.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid, led by new coach Quique Sanchez Flores, a 2-0 away loss to Marbella, also of the Third Division.
Sporting Gijon in Primera, drew 1-1 with Recreativo Huelva, Second, and Sevilla FC (1st) won 4-2 at Atletico City (3rd) as a visitor.
Moreover, the football betting champion Barcelona will travel to Leon on Wednesday to face the Cultural Leonesa (3rd division).
The second legs are played next on November 10.
NFL Betting – Week 8 Early Picks
With World Series odds on the way, bettors will have their hands full between Wednesday and NFL Sunday. That’s why it’s especially important to do our NFL betting homework early this week. Here are a few good-looking spreads for Week 8. Jacksonville Jaguars @ Tennessee Titans
Sunday, November 1, 4:05 p.m. ET
BetOnline.com favorite: Titans -3
It’s hard to fathom why the Titans are a favorite at all for Week 8 even though they’re playing at home. They’re 0-6 and completely broken mentally. Their two quarterbacking options, Kerry Collins and Vince Young, completed more passes to the New England Patriots than to their own teammates in Week 6. They allow 300-plus passing yards per game, easily the worst mark in the league. Now, they face a Jaguars team that torched them for over 300 yards and three scores through the air. And the Titans are favored…why?
Pick: Jaguars +3
Minnesota Vikings @ Green Bay Packers
Sunday, November 1, 4:15 p.m. ET
BetOnline.com favorite: Packers -3
It’s the game of the week, month and year so far. Brett Favre makes his long-awaited return to Green Bay and the Packers have to love the timing. After playing their first road game in six weeks, the Vikings lost to Pittsburgh last week and Brett Favre finally looked mortal. Could his confidence be trending downward as he prepares to face a Packers “D” that is beatable but can also make big plays? We know Aaron Rodgers can hurt the Vikings deep; he threw for almost 400 yards against them earlier this season and faces a secondary that could be missing Antoine Winfield. If he can get any kind of protection from an O-line that has failed him more often than not, he could lead the Pack to an emotional win over Minnesota. After the Packer win, you can cap off a great sports day with World Series betting Sunday night.
Pick: Packers -3
Parkhurst and FC Nordsjælland defeat Feilhaber and White
Parkhurst with FC Nordsjælland and White & Feilhaber with AGF
*Parkhurst played the full match, Benny played 87 minutes while Jeremiah entered in the 65th minute in FC Nordsjælland's 2-0 win.
*http://tv2sport.dk/node/42665Click the picture for highlights of the game:
Minnesota Wild vs. Chicago Blackhawks Hockey Betting Odds and Predictions
The Minnesota Wild and the Chicago Blackhawks will both be trying to pick up a win on Monday when they battle at United Center.Bodog Sportsbook currently have the Blackhawks listed as 200-moneyline favorites versus the Wild, while the game's total is sitting at 5½.
Cal Clutterbuck scored in overtime to give the Wild a 3-2 win over the Hurricanes on Saturday, as -130 favorites. The five goals went UNDER the posted over/under (5.5).
Andrew Brunette and Kyle Brodziak scored in regulation for the Wild.
Cristobal Huet stopped all 27 shots as the Blackhawks blanked the Predators 2-0 on Saturday, as -220 favorites. The teams played UNDER the posted over/under (5.5).
Dustin Byfuglien and Andrew Ladd scored for the Blackhawks.
A few NHL Betting Odds and trends to consider:
Minnesota is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing on the road against Chicago
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Minnesota's last 6 games
Minnesota is 12-3 SU in its last 15 games when playing Chicago
Minnesota is 2-6 SU in its last 8 games
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Chicago's last 10 games at home
Chicago is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games
Chicago is 16-7 SU in its last 23 games at home
Chicago is 3-12 SU in its last 15 games when playing Minnesotas
Yanks in Lower English Leagues: J. Johnson and Lichaj
Jemal Johnson only played the first half while Lichaj made his debut on loan from Aston Villa to Lincoln City. The highlights don't feature either player, but wanted to upload for those who continue to follow their progress.Johnson with MK Dons
*He played the first half in a 3-1 loss to Southampton.
Lichaj with Lincoln City
*He played the full match in a 0-0 draw with Torquay United.
Yanks Down South highlights: Castillo, Torres, and Vidal
*Jose played 76 minutes and Vidal played the first half in Pachuca's 1-0 win.
Castillo with Tigres
*He played the full match in a 1-0 win over San Luis.
Cooper is sub in 1860 loss
Cooper with 1860 Munich
*He entered in the 66th minute in a 3-2 loss to Frankfurt.
*Highlights of the match:
Bedoya gets assist in 2-1 victory
*He played 85 minutes and assisted on the game winning goal in a 2-1 win over Halmstad.
*Highlights of the match:
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FRIDAY
Luis Robles and Kaiserslautern play Fortuna Dusseldorf.
David Yeldell and TUS Koblenz play SpVgg Greuther Furth.
Freddy Adu and Belenenses play Olhanense.
Alejandro Bedoya and Orebro SK play Halmstad.
SATURDAY
Marcus Hahnemann and Wolverhampton Wanderers play Brad Friedel, Brad Guzan and Aston Villa.
Jozy Altidore and Hull City play Portsmouth.
Jemal Johnson and Milton Keynes Dons play Southampton.
Jon-Paul Pittman and Wycombe Wanderers play Exeter City.
Ian Joyce and Southend United play Carlisle United.
Mike Grella and Leeds United.
DaMarcus Beasley and Rangers play Hibernian.
Michael Bradley and Borussia Moenchengladbach play FC Cologne.
Steve Cherundolo and Hannover 96 play VfB Stuttgart.
Matt Taylor and FSV Frankfurt play Kenny Cooper and TSV 1860 Munich.
Carlos Bocanegra and Stade Rennes play Montpellier.
Edgar Castillo and Tigres UANL play Michael Orozco and San Luis.
Jose Francisco Torres and Pachuca play Marco Vidal and Indios de Ciudad Juarez.
SUNDAY
Tim Howard and Everton play Bolton Wanderers.
Clint Dempsey, Eddie Johnson and Fulham play Manchester City.
Jonathan Spector and West Ham United play Arsenal.
Marcus Tracy and Aalborg play Brondby.
Danny Califf and FC Midtjylland play Koge.
Mikkel Diskerud and Stabaek play Bodo/Glimt.
Clarence Goodson, Hunter Freeman and IK Start play Tromso.
Troy Perkins and Valerenga play Sandefjord.
MONDAY
Benny Feilhaber, Jeremiah White and AGF Aarhus play Michael Parkhurst and FC Nordsjaelland.
List courtesy Soccer By Ives
Ball State Cardinals vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Odds
The Ball State Cardinals and the Eastern Michigan Eagles will both be trying to pick up a win on Saturday when they battle at Rynearson Stadium.Bodog Sportsbook currently have the Cardinals listed as 2½-point favorites versus the Eagles, while the game's total is sitting at 44½.
Eric Williams rushed for 88 yards and two touchdowns for Ball State in a 31-17 loss to Bowling Green in Week 7.
The Cardinals did not cover the 3-point spread, while the final score played UNDER the day's posted total of 55.5.
Kent State put up a pair of touchdowns in the second half in Week 7 as they rolled to a 28-6 win over Eastern Michigan
The Golden Flashes managed to cover the 6.5-point spread on the road in that contest, while the combined score fell UNDER the day's posted total (51).
A few college football lines and trends to consider:
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Ball State's last 8 games on the road
Ball State is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Ball State is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Eastern Michigan
Ball State is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Eastern Michigan
Eastern Michigan is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games when playing Ball State
Eastern Michigan is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Ball State
Eastern Michigan is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Ball State
Eastern Michigan is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games at home
Florida State rallies past North Carolina
The Florida State Seminoles scored 24 points in the second half and came away with a 30-27 victory over the North Carolina Tar Heels Thursday night.Florida State won the game as a 2-point underdog, while the 57 points sailed OVER the posted total of 48.
Christian Ponder went 33-for-40 at the plate with 395 yards and three touchdowns to lead Florida State.
T.J. Yates threw on TD pass and ran for another in a losing effort for North Carolina.
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Howard in goal in big loss for Everton
*Reports are that the USA will play Slovakia on November 14th in Europe.
*Onyewu surgery successful, could miss up to six months
Watch highlights after the break
Howard with Everton
*He made 10 saves in a 5-0 loss to Benfica.
NCAA Football Betting – TCU/BYU Pick
Online betting fans have oodles of sports to choose from this week – big NFL games, UFC 104, World Series Betting and, of course, college football. The biggest game this weekend arguably comes from the Mountain West Conference, where TCU and BYU battle for supremacy. Time to make a pick. (10) TCU Horned Frogs @ (16) BYU Cougars
Saturday, October 24, 7:30 p.m. ET
Favorite: TCU -2
At 6-1, BYU probably can’t dream too big in the BCS anymore. Its loss to Florida State crushed that hope. However, the Cougars’ crucial home matchup against TCU gives them a glimmer of hope for the Mountain West crown and beyond.
BYU, a home underdog, needs its potent offense to fire on all cylinders against a tough TCU defense this Saturday. Quarterback Max Hall showed against Oklahoma that he can be a big-game passer against tough defenses. He turns over the ball too much (10 interceptions) but his risk taking pays off plenty as well; Hall has 16 touchdown passes this season, five of which went to favorite target Dennis Pitta. The Cougars can beat you on the ground too; Harvey Unga has been a standout in 2009, running for nine scores and averaging 95.8 rushing yards per game.
Brigham Young’s rushing attack will be crucial, as TCU will likely hurry Hall all night. The stingy Horned Frogs allow just 13.6 points per game and even showed their teeth in road matchups versus Clemson and Virginia. Their unquestioned leader is Jerry Hughes, who has eight sacks this season, including three last week. He’ll do his best to terrorize Hall and continue to boost his NFL odds of being a first-round pick.
TCU needs its defense to come through as always because its offense is, well, flat. Add up quarterback Andy Dalton’s per-game average (203.8 yards per game) with leading rusher Joseph Turner’s average (66.5 yards) and you’d still be about 25 yards short of what Max Hall alone does for BYU – 295.6 passing yards per game.
The Horned frogs likely won’t move the ball well enough to win on the road – even though BYU’s defense isn’t great by any means. I like the home team to ride its offense to a minor upset (unlike the Angels’ World Series odds of doing the same).
Pick: BYU +2
NFL Betting – Early Week 7 Picks
So what if NFL betting is barely through Week 6. The best bettors stay way ahead of the game, so why not take a gander at Week 7? Let’s try three different NFL picks – one lock, one solid pick and one upset. Away we go! Indianapolis Colts (-13) @ St. Louis Rams
Sunday, October 25, 1:00 p.m. ET
Sometimes you see a supposed lock game run amuck for whatever reason; Donovan McNabb couldn’t complete a pass and the Eagles blew it against Oakland this week. Other times, however, you get loss-proof games. Even as 13-point favorites on the road, the Colts are golden against St. Louis this week. The Rams are unbelievably bad and the Colts are unbelievably good. Peyton Manning is having one of the best seasons of his illustrious career and will pick apart the Rams “D,” no problem. Indy defends the pass well and may have Dwight Freeney back coming off a bye, so the Colts could do to St. Louis what New England did to Tennessee last week.
Betting services recommend: Colts -13
Chicago Bears @ Cincinnati Bengals
Sunday, October 25, 4:15 p.m. ET
The pressure is on Carson Palmer and the Bengal passing attack to elevate their game. Palmer’s getting enough protection – he was sacked just twice in his last two games – but he’s still making mistakes and not stretching the field. Since the Bears’ stout run defense may contain Cedric Benson, Cincy will have to throw effectively. If Jay Cutler has time to throw, he and the Bears can post major passing numbers. Now that Cincy lost its best pass rusher, Antwan Odom, for the season, who will hurry Cutler? A Bears victory is in the online sports betting cards.
Betting services recommend: Bears +1.5
New Orleans Saints @ Miami Dolphins
Sunday, October 25, 4:15 p.m. ET
Here’s your crazy, kooky pick of the week. On paper, the Saints should win this matchup. After all, their prolific passing game matches up against a beatable Dolphin secondary and their improved “D” will give Chad Henne and the Miami offense a touch matchup. Every week, however, something unexpected happens in the NFL. No one thought the Dolphins could solve the Jets “D” yet they did with a phenomenal execution of the wildcat offense. Playing at home again, lightning could strike twice. Even if the Dolphins don’t win, they could cover.
Betting services recommend: Dolphins +6
