Post Sports Gambling Editor/Producer, Digital Sports Editor Matt Ehardt is in his first season of NFL Bettor's Guide.
Pittsburgh Steelers (+3) vs. Washington Commanders
As Stringer Bell said on “The Wire,” “Let's get the word out there that we stand.”
After a slow start, two underdogs gave us a 2-0 record.
We'll be playing another underdog here, and it should be a close battle.
Pittsburgh is coming off a bye week, which should help, but Washington has had close calls recently against the Bears and Giants.
With the help of a commanding officer and a 30th-ranked rush defense, expect Pittsburgh to take advantage of its deficiencies behind a rejuvenated Najee Harris.
Russell Wilson is throwing solid ball, and Marshon Lattimore isn't looking to change that secondary within a week.
The managers certainly have a chance to win this game, but we'd like to see a chance for a complete upset while still getting field goals.
Minnesota Vikings (-7) vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
We're jumping into this spread assuming Trevor Lawrence won't play and Mac Jones will be under center.
Jones is a bad quarterback, but Brian Flores' defense has been great for most of the season.
Flores should plan a look that shows the world why Jones is the backup quarterback right now.
The Jaguars' defense is also terrible, and their 31st-ranked pass defense will be ineffective against Justin Jefferson.
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Even though he was defeated by the big favorite, I feel like he paid a fair price here.
I also agree with the idea that the Jaguars could initiate a move knowing that Lawrence's season could be in jeopardy.
Minnesota can't afford to fail against an inferior opponent, so they should aim for a road win.
last week: 2-0. Patriots (W), Buccaneers (W)
season: 6-12.
