Picks for 10/8/23
1:00 PM EST
Rotation # 457
Titans -2.5 over Colts (loss)
The Titans got in the win column last week with a monster win over the Bengals and will face a divisional opponent today in a crucial game. I am not sold on Colts QB Anthony Richardson this early in his career or the new coaching staff this early in the season. Jonathan Taylor might debut tonight, but I doubt he will get a full workload. Indianapolis is missing two starting offensive lineman, so Tennessee should shut their offense down. The Titans are getting an offensive lineman back in Nicholas Petit-Free, which gives a much-needed boost up front. Look for Ryan Tannehill to have a big day and for the running game to be efficient. Take the Titans.
NFL
1:00 PM EST
Rotation # 459-460
Giants/Dolphins Under 47.5 (win)
The Giants were embarrassed last week, and it won’t get any easier for them today as three starting offensive linemen will miss today’s game, and star running back Saquon Barkley will miss today’s game. Daniel Jones is in for another long day. Miami has played well this year but returned to reality after being pounded by Buffalo last week. The betting public is hitting the over hard today, and the line keeps dropping. Today’s game will be underwhelming as the Giant’s defense has to play lights out to give them a prayer today. The New York offense will generate little against a solid Dolphins defense. Look for a low-scoring game. Take the Under.
NFL
4:05 PM EST
Rotation # 465
Bengals -3 over Cardinals (win)
The Bengals have not covered the spread in 2023, so public money isn’t too happy with them. Joe Burrow received a huge contract and has played awful to start 2023, as his injury accounts for much of it. Burrow is a week healthier and stacked with offensive talent. Head Coach Zac Taylor is licking his chops to go against a Cardinals team with a new coaching staff and an inexperienced quarterback in Joshua Dobbs. Most bettors look at the Dallas game to judge the Cardinals, but that was a lightning-in-a-bottle game. Take the Bengals.
NFL
4:05 PM EST
Rotation # 467
Eagles -4.5 over Rams (win)
The Rams let go of Cam Akers and have a young running back group to face off against one of the best defensive lines in football. The Eagles will be without Fletcher Cox but have great depth in their front seven. The Rams don’t have the best offensive line and should often see their QB on the turf. Matthew Stafford could be more mobile, so playing against an athletic defense at his age will be tough. The Eagles have playmakers all over their roster and should find a lot of open receivers against a Rams defense that doesn’t have much outside of Aaron Donald. The Eagles fanbase travels well and will be playing a Rams team that doesn’t have the loudest fan base. Philadelphia is the superior team and should get the big road win. Take the Eagles.
NFL
4:25 PM EST
Rotation # 471-472
Chiefs/Vikings Over 52.5 (loss)
The Vikings got a boost by adding Cam Akers to their offense. The Vikings have a healthy offensive line that should protect Kirk Cousins enough to find his receivers. The Chiefs have an outstanding offensive line that can open holes for the running game and give Mahomes time to throw deep. The defensive line for Minnesota is one of the worst in football. Kansas City should have a big offensive day, and the Vikings should be able to match it. Look for an entertaining football game. Take the Over.