ESPN NFL Picks This Week: Expert Predictions and Analysis
Welcome to the comprehensive guide to ESPN's NFL picks this week. Our team of experts has analyzed the matchups, studied the trends, and come up with their predictions for every game on the schedule. Whether you're a seasoned bettor or a casual fan looking for some insight, we've got you covered.
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Week [Number] NFL Picks
Table 1: Game Schedule and Predictions
| Game |
Spread |
Over/Under |
ESPN Pick |
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Green Bay Packers at Pittsburgh Steelers
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-3.5 |
44.5 |
Packers |
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Los Angeles Rams at Buffalo Bills
|
+3 |
52.5 |
Bills |
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Cincinnati Bengals at Kansas City Chiefs
|
-2.5 |
54.5 |
Chiefs |
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Baltimore Ravens at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
|
-3 |
45.5 |
Buccaneers |
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Dallas Cowboys at New Orleans Saints
|
-6 |
43.5 |
Cowboys |
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New York Giants at Los Angeles Chargers
|
+6.5 |
43.5 |
Giants |
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Seattle Seahawks at San Francisco 49ers
|
-3 |
45.5 |
49ers |
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Denver Broncos at Arizona Cardinals
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-1.5 |
42.5 |
Cardinals |
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Miami Dolphins at New York Jets
|
-3.5 |
43.5 |
Dolphins |
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Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers
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-2.5 |
42.5 |
Falcons |
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Chicago Bears at Washington Commanders
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+6 |
40.5 |
Commanders |
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Jacksonville Jaguars at Philadelphia Eagles
|
+10 |
47.5 |
Eagles |
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Las Vegas Raiders at Tennessee Titans
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+3 |
45.5 |
Titans |
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New England Patriots at Cleveland Browns
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-7 |
43.5 |
Patriots |
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Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts
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+20 |
40.5 |
Colts |
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Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions
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-7.5 |
51.5 |
Vikings |
Top Stories and Lessons Learned:
1. Bills Look to Remain Unbeaten
The Buffalo Bills are off to a 3-0 start and face their toughest test of the season this week against the Los Angeles Rams. ESPN's experts believe the Bills will continue their winning ways, citing their high-powered offense and stout defense.
Lesson Learned: Never underestimate a team with a balanced attack and a strong quarterback.
2. Chiefs Look to Avoid Upset
The Kansas City Chiefs are coming off a narrow victory over the Colts last week and face a hungry Cincinnati Bengals team. ESPN's analysts give the edge to the Chiefs, but warn that the Bengals have the potential to pull off the upset if they play to their full potential.
Lesson Learned: Even the best teams can be vulnerable if they overlook their opponents.
3. 49ers Defense Struggles Continue
The San Francisco 49ers' once-vaunted defense has struggled in recent weeks, allowing a combined 69 points in their last two games. ESPN's experts believe this trend will continue against the Seattle Seahawks, who have one of the most explosive offenses in the league.
Lesson Learned: Injuries and suspensions can take a toll on even the strongest units.
Tips and Tricks for NFL Betting:
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Research the teams: Study their stats, injuries, and recent performances.
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Consider the home-field advantage: Home teams typically win more often than away teams.
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Follow the money: Track where large sums of money are being wagered.
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Take the points: If the point spread is close, consider taking the underdog with the points.
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Don't chase losses: Avoid betting more money to recoup losses.
Table 2: Team Records and Standings
| Team |
Record |
Division |
| Buffalo Bills |
3-0 |
AFC East |
| Los Angeles Rams |
2-1 |
NFC West |
| Kansas City Chiefs |
2-1 |
AFC West |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
2-1 |
NFC South |
| Green Bay Packers |
1-2 |
NFC North |
| Philadelphia Eagles |
2-1 |
NFC East |
| Cincinnati Bengals |
1-2 |
AFC North |
| Baltimore Ravens |
2-1 |
AFC North |
| Dallas Cowboys |
1-2 |
NFC East |
| San Francisco 49ers |
1-2 |
NFC West |
| New Orleans Saints |
1-2 |
NFC South |
| Los Angeles Chargers |
1-2 |
AFC West |
| Miami Dolphins |
3-0 |
AFC East |
| Tennessee Titans |
2-1 |
AFC South |
| Washington Commanders |
1-2 |
NFC East |
| Jacksonville Jaguars |
2-1 |
AFC South |
Table 3: Recent Game Results
| Game |
Score |
Winner |
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Carolina Panthers at Cleveland Browns
|
26-24 |
Panthers |
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Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings
|
28-24 |
Vikings |
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New England Patriots at Pittsburgh Steelers
|
17-14 |
Patriots |
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Seattle Seahawks at Atlanta Falcons
|
27-23 |
Seahawks |
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Houston Texans at Chicago Bears
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20-17 |
Texans |
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Indianapolis Colts at Kansas City Chiefs
|
20-17 |
Chiefs |
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Los Angeles Rams at Arizona Cardinals
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20-12 |
Rams |
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New York Giants at Dallas Cowboys
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23-16 |
Cowboys |
Call to Action:
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