The 2024 NFL season is in full swing as we head into Week 3, featuring some pivotal matchups and exciting betting opportunities. Here’s a breakdown of the must-watch games, current odds, and key storylines.
Highlighted Matchups:
- New York Jets (-6) vs. New England Patriots The Jets are coming off a strong win and enter as the 6-point favorites over the Patriots. With Aaron Rodgers still under center, New York will look to capitalize on the Patriots’ early struggles. Betting action has seen interest on both sides due to New England’s resilience(Vegas Odds)(The Lines).
- Indianapolis Colts (-1.5) vs. Chicago Bears A tightly contested game as the Colts are slight favorites. The Bears’ struggles on offense have them as underdogs, while the Colts are looking for consistency from their rookie quarterback(The Lines).
- Cleveland Browns (-6.5) vs. New York Giants The Browns, led by Deshaun Watson, are expected to dominate a Giants team still finding its rhythm. Cleveland is a solid 6.5-point favorite(Covers.com)(The Lines).
- Dallas Cowboys (-1) vs. Baltimore Ravens The Cowboys are slight favorites at home against the Ravens in a game that could easily swing either way. With both teams having playoff ambitions, this game will likely be close throughout(Covers.com).
Additional Games:
- Las Vegas Raiders (-5) vs. Carolina Panthers The Raiders are favored against a Panthers team that has struggled offensively. Expect Las Vegas to control the tempo(Covers.com).
- Seattle Seahawks (-4.5) vs. Miami Dolphins The Seahawks are expected to take care of business at home against the Dolphins, but Miami’s speed on offense could keep things close(The Lines).
Betting Insights:
For bettors, this week provides some interesting spreads, with close matchups like Vikings vs. Texans (-2) and higher lines for dominant teams like the Bengals (-7.5) vs. Commanders. Make sure to follow line movement closely, as it can shift before game time.
Home Team | Away Team | Date | Favorite | Spread | Odds |
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NEW YORK JETS | NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS | 2024-09-20 | NEW YORK JETS | -6.0 | 1.89 |
INDIANAPOLIS COLTS | CHICAGO BEARS | 2024-09-22 | INDIANAPOLIS COLTS | -1.5 | 1.91 |
CLEVELAND BROWNS | NEW YORK GIANTS | 2024-09-22 | CLEVELAND BROWNS | -6.5 | 1.89 |
TENNESSEE TITANS | GREEN BAY PACKERS | 2024-09-22 | TENNESSEE TITANS | -2.0 | 1.91 |
MINNESOTA VIKINGS | HOUSTON TEXANS | 2024-09-22 | MINNESOTA VIKINGS | -2.0 | 1.89 |
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS | DENVER BRONCOS | 2024-09-22 | TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS | -6.5 | 1.89 |
PITTSBURGH STEELERS | LOS ANGELES CHARGERS | 2024-09-22 | PITTSBURGH STEELERS | -1.5 | 1.93 |
NEW ORLEANS SAINTS | PHILADELPHIA EAGLES | 2024-09-22 | NEW ORLEANS SAINTS | -3.0 | 2.00 |
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | CAROLINA PANTHERS | 2024-09-22 | LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | -5.0 | 1.93 |
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | MIAMI DOLPHINS | 2024-09-22 | SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | -4.5 | 1.93 |
DALLAS COWBOYS | BALTIMORE RAVENS | 2024-09-22 | DALLAS COWBOYS | -1.0 | 1.89 |
ARIZONA CARDINALS | DETROIT LIONS | 2024-09-22 | ARIZONA CARDINALS | -3.0 | 1.95 |
LOS ANGELES RAMS | SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | 2024-09-22 | LOS ANGELES RAMS | -7.0 | 1.87 |
ATLANTA FALCONS | KANSAS CITY CHIEFS | 2024-09-23 | ATLANTA FALCONS | -3.5 | 1.95 |
BUFFALO BILLS | JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS | 2024-09-23 | BUFFALO BILLS | -5.0 | 1.91 |
CINCINNATI BENGALS | WASHINGTON COMMANDERS | 2024-09-24 | CINCINNATI BENGALS | -7.5 | 1.95 |