We’ve reached the midway point of the football season, and it’s time for our Week 9 NFL picks, headlined by Patrick Mahomes hosting Aaron Rodgers.
As always, the odds are from our great partners at WynnBet.
Matchup
New York Jets
2-5
Indianapolis Colts
3-5
Thursday, Nov. 4
8:20 p.m ET
Who thought we’d be excited to see Mike White in primetime? Yet, here we are. The Jets feel frisky, while the Colts desperately need to win.
Pick: Indianapolis 28, New York 20
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Atlanta Falcons
3-4
New Orleans Saints
5-2
The Falcons can definitely win this game with Jameis Winston out, but the Saints are a much better defensive team and so well-coached.
Pick: New Orleans 22, Atlanta 17
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Buffalo Bills
5-2
Jacksonville Jaguars
1-6
The Jaguars couldn’t beat Geno Smith with two weeks to prepare. They’re going to handle Josh Allen and the Bills this Sunday?
Pick: Buffalo 31, Jacksonville 16
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Cleveland Browns
4-4
Cincinnati Bengals
5-3
The Browns appear to be falling apart. Meanwhile, the Bengals have to be embarrassed and irate after losing to the Jets.
Pick: Cincinnati 32, Cleveland 24
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Denver Broncos
4-4
Dallas Cowboys
6-1
This is a mismatch. The Broncos don’t have the firepower to handle the Cowboys. Dak Prescott should have a big afternoon.
Pick: Dallas 30, Denver 18
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Houston Texans
1-7
Miami Dolphins
1-7
Who cares, this game is offensive to the sport.
Pick: Miami 20, Houston 14
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Las Vegas Raiders
5-2
New York Giants
2-6
This isn’t an easy spot for the Raiders. Even though they have a huge rest advantage, they are dealing with the Henry Ruggs tragedy, and go cross-country for an early game. Still, Las Vegas is the superior team.
Pick: Las Vegas 23, New York 21
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Minnesota Vikings
3-4
Baltimore Ravens
5-2
This could go a million different ways. That said, Baltimore is the better team, at home, off a bye. The Ravens are also much better coached.
Pick: Baltimore 34, Minnesota 31
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New England Patriots
4-4
Carolina Panthers
4-4
Big game for both teams. Huge chance to get to 5-4 on each side, trying to get into the playoffs. Which quarterback plays better?
Pick: New England 19, Carolina 17