Top NFL Picks and Predictions Today (Falcons Keep Winning Streak vs. the Spread Alive vs. Bengals)
Happy NFL Sunday! While the NFL Week 7 slate may not come with several notable or marquee matchups, every game is must-watch once you have a wager on it!
The BetSided team throughout the week has put together everything you need to be ready to wager this week's action, but with so many games available to take, we've narrowed down our picks to some of our favorites.
For predictions, previews and betting picks for every game, be sure to check out our NFL Expert Picks page here.
Here are our top NFL betting picks for Sunday's slate of Week 7 games:
Top NFL Picks and Predictions for NFL Week 7
- Commanders +4.5 vs. Packers
- Raiders -7 vs. Texans
- Falcons +6.5 at Bengals
- Chiefs -1 at 49ers
Commanders +4.5 vs. Packers
Green Bay keep struggling to get anything going offensely. The Packers rank ninth-worst in the NFL in points per game, and 31st in scoring per drive. Aaron Rodgers is not throwing the ball downfield and opposing defenses are lining up more players in the box to slow down Aaron Rodgers and A.J. Dillon.
Rodgers has yet to throw for more than 255 yards in a game this season, which is a major concern for the passing game.
Washington's defense, via Sharp Football Analysis, rates second in the NFL in pressure rate, and first in percentage of hits on the quarterback. I think this matchup heavily favors the Commanders, especially given the Packers' issues in protecting Aaron Rodgers and not giving him time to throw.
As far as Carson Wentz to Taylor Heinicke goes, I believe think this is a short-term upgrade. Wentz hasn't been effective through the first six weeks, and Heinicke has shown over time he can run this offense well.
The line has shifted towards Washington all week, and I still think it's good value. - Ben Heisler
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Raiders -7 vs. Texans
The Raiders are a much more talented team than 1-4, and this is the week they show everyone.
The Raiders' offense ranks ninth in the NFL in yards per play, averaging 5.8 yards per snap. Vegas ranks fifth in the NFL in yards per carry, and Josh Jacobs is set to shine.
Their running game is bad news for a Houston team that ranks 29th in opponent yards per rush, allowing 5.1 yards per carry.
Houston's offense is amongst the worst in the NFL, ranking 26th in yards per play, 31st in third down conversion percentage, and 24th in points per play.
I'll back the Raiders to win and cover on Sunday. - Iain MacMillan
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Falcons +6.5 vs. Bengals
For a squad with a perfect 6-0 record against the spread, the Atlanta Falcons are a bit underrated coming into this matchup.
They just dominated a solid San Francisco 49ers team, and now face a Bengals team that is 3-3, but has underperformed so far.
Offensively, Cincy ranks 23rd in the NFL in yards per play, supposedly the strength of their team with all the playmakers surrounding Joe Burrow. The Falcons are 14th in that category, but rank 27th in opponent yards per play on defense.
Cincy is only 5-6 against the spread as a home favorite under Zac Taylor, and I don’t see them running away with this game, given that they’ve played four games decided by four points or less. - Peter Dewey
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Chiefs -1 at 49ers
The 49ers just lost to the Atlanta Falcons and that was because they had a lot of injuries on their dominant defense. With a few players still showing up on the injury report, I like Kansas City at a shorter number than they've had all week.
Unless they are playing the Super Bowl favorite Buffalo Bills, it’s hard for me to go against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. Kansas City has found ways to put points up on every team in the league – and San Francisco is no different.
If the 49ers have to rely on Jimmy Garappolo to make plays down the stretch, I’ll gladly fade him and the team.
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