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1:00 PM EST

Rotation # 271-272

Bucs/Saints Under 42.5 (loss)

Both teams are victims of the injury bug. Tampa will be without their top running back, Rachaad White, which makes their game plan very predictable. Baker Mayfield will look for Chris Godwin and Mike Evans. The New Orleans secondary will be ready. The Saints are a mess when it comes to injuries. Derek Carr is out for a few weeks with an oblique injury. Spencer Rattler will make his first start behind a mash-unit offensive line. Not being healthy up front leads to more injuries. Neither team can use their entire offensive playbook, which typically leads to lower-scoring games. As long as there are not a lot of defensive scores, this game should stay low-scoring. Take the Under.

NFL

1:00 PM EST

Rotation # 274

Browns/Eagles Over 42 (loss)

The Browns’ offensive line has been a rotating door this season. Center Ethan Pocic is out today, but Cleveland is getting healthier on the edges. The Browns will have to wait a week for Nick Chubb to return to the lineup. DeShaun Watson will look to throw on a struggling Eagles secondary. Amari Copper and David Njoku could be in for big days. The Eagles are a balanced offensive attack as they run the ball well and have weapons at receiver. Cleveland will be without two starters in their secondary, and Denzel Ward is not operating at full strength. Philadelphia will look to attack with Jalen Hurts arm. It could be the last day of perfect weather in the region. Both teams should move the ball and have outstanding field goal kickers. Every point matters. Take the Over.

NFL

1:00 PM EST

Rotation # 276

Titans -2.5 over Colts (loss)

The 1-3 Titans are desperate to get their season back on track at home in a crucial divisional matchup. Indianapolis is without running back Jonathan Taylor, and Braden Smith is questionable at right tackle. Anthony Richardson appears to be back in the lineup, but his duel-threat ability might be rusty. Michael Pittman is a question mark with a back injury, so a lot is up in the air regarding the Colts’ offense. Titans QB Will Levis needs to attack the thin cornerback situation the Colts are dealing with. The Colts have many sack artists on IR, which will give Will Levis a little more time to operate. Tennessee will find out a lot about their team today. Take the Titans.

NFL

4:25 PM EST

Rotation # 281

Falcons -6 over Panthers (win)

The Carolina Panthers are not a competitive team. Veteran QB Andy Dalton gave them a bump at quarterback, but their defense has significant issues. Things typically stay the same when a bad team has dozens of players on IR. The Falcons will look to attack the Carolina front seven, which is missing Jadeveon Clowney. Carolina can’t compete with so many players not dressing. Atlanta wants to improve their status in the NFC South and won’t take a divisional game lightly. Kirk Cousins has been outstanding. Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier are an excellent 1-2 punch at running back, and the offensive line is handling their business. Cousins has a well-balanced offense to work with and should put up a lot of points on the Panthers. Atlanta head coach Raheem Morris wants to show the NFC South that his team is legit. Take the Falcons.

 

NFL

4:25 PM EST

Rotation # 283

Lions -3.5 over Cowboys (win)

The Cowboys have a severe problem on defense. Just about every suitable pass rusher is hurt. Not having a pass rush will be a severe problem against a solid Lions offensive line. Dallas has practice players on the edges and will not have a tough time trying to disrupt Jared Goff. The Lions are mysterious on offense, as they can hit you with a deep pass or a run at any given time. The Cowboys’ rushing attack has seen better days. QB Dak Prescott does not look like a quarterback who deserves 60 million dollars annually. The Lions are much more talented in the trenches tonight and should get a big road win. Take Detroit.

NFL

8:20 PM EST

Rotation # 285

Bengals -3.5 over Giants (win)

The Bengals and Giants both have looked better than their records. The Giants are coming off a big win in Seattle, while the Bengals wasted a five-touchdown masterpiece from Joe Burrow in losing to the Ravens. Its offensive line is Cincinnati’s most significant X factor, as it sometimes struggles. The Giants have done an outstanding job getting to the quarterback position so far. Cincinnati must protect Burrow. Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase will look to exploit a Giants secondary that is not living up to NFL standards. Once again, the Giants will miss the services of their top running back, Devin Singletary. New York has a weak running game, which rubs off on the ability to throw the ball. The Giants need a better offensive line for Daniel Jones to throw more than he should be. I like Cincinnati more on both sides of the ball. Take the Bengals.