The Commanders Take on the Bears in the Opening Game of NFL Week 5
The Washington Commanders (2-2) are set to host the Chicago Bears (0-4) in the opening game of NFL Week 5 on Thursday Night Football. Despite their recent loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the Commanders enter the game as 5.5-point favorites in the NFL odds. The Bears, coming off a close defeat against the Denver Broncos, are eager to secure their first win of the season.
Key Matchups: 49ers vs Cowboys
Week 5 also brings an exciting matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and the Dallas Cowboys. Both teams have shown strong performances this season, with the 49ers remaining undefeated and the Cowboys bouncing back from their first loss. The 49ers are currently favored by 3.5 points in the early odds, but this game is expected to be a battle of two talented defenses.
Week 5 Opening Odds and Predictions
Here is a look at the opening odds for all the Week 5 games:
- Chicago Bears vs Washington Commanders: Bears +200, Commanders -245
- Jacksonville Jaguars vs Buffalo Bills: Jaguars +172, Bills -205
- Houston Texans vs Atlanta Falcons: Texans +152, Falcons -180
- Carolina Panthers vs Detroit Lions: Panthers +290, Lions -360
- Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts: Titans +100, Colts -118
- New York Giants vs Miami Dolphins: Giants +380, Dolphins -490
- New Orleans Saints vs New England Patriots: Saints +114, Patriots -134
- Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers: Ravens -126, Steelers +108
- Cincinnati Bengals vs Arizona Cardinals: Bengals -335, Cardinals +270
- Philadelphia Eagles vs Los Angeles Rams: Eagles -255, Rams +210
- New York Jets vs Denver Broncos: Jets +138, Broncos -164
- Kansas City Chiefs vs Minnesota Vikings: Chiefs -280, Vikings +230
- Dallas Cowboys vs San Francisco 49ers: Cowboys +136, 49ers -162
- Green Bay Packers vs Las Vegas Raiders: Packers -102, Raiders -116
Based on the early odds, the Miami Dolphins are the biggest opening favorites in Week 5 with a 9.5-point spread over the New York Giants. On the other hand, the Raiders have the smallest spread with just one point favored over the Packers. The game between the Chiefs and the Vikings has the highest over/under at 52 points, while the Jets and Broncos have the lowest total at 40 points.
Expert Picks: Chiefs vs Vikings
The Kansas City Chiefs are expected to continue their dominance as they face off against the Minnesota Vikings. The Chiefs are currently favored by six points, with an exciting, high-scoring game predicted. Led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, the Chiefs are likely to come out on top. Expert pick: Chiefs -6 (-110)
Expert Picks: Cowboys vs 49ers
The matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and the Dallas Cowboys is anticipated to be a close battle between two strong defenses. Despite the 49ers being favored by 3.5 points, taking the points and betting on the Cowboys seems like a reasonable choice. Expert pick: Cowboys +3.5 (-120)
Don’t Overlook the Jets
The line seems to favor the Denver Broncos heavily in their game against the New York Jets. However, it might be worth considering betting on the Jets, even with rookie quarterback Zach Wilson. There is a possibility that the line may shift, so taking the Jets and the three points could be a smart move. Expert pick: Jets +3 (-105)
