My first best bet win, not even I could jinx the Bengals. The Panthers also got an easy cover. Counting on the Raiders on the road was too much especially with Jay Cutler able to play. I made the pick thinking Jimmy Clausen would be under center.
The theme this week is the hook. Three favorites, each by half a point less than a field goal or touchdown. The lines for the Cards and Bills each dropped half a point from Tuesday night to Wednesday morning to suck me in.
home team in bold
Best Bet
Arizona Cardinals (-2.5) over Detriot Lions
I remain a big believer in Bruce Arians.
Others
Baltimore Ravens (-6.5) over Cleveland Browns
Ravens saved their season on Thursday night in Pittsburgh. They seem primed to me to get on a bit of a roll.
Buffalo Bills (-2.5) over Tennessee Titans
Tyrod Taylor turned into a pumpkin against the Giants. I feel a bounce back. Plus I am not sold on the Titans present while acknowledging they have a future with Marcus Mariota.
Last Week
Cincinnati Bengals (-4) over Kansas City Chiefs WIN
Oakland Raiders (-3) over Chicago Bears LOSS
Carolina Panthers (-3) over Tampa Bay Buccaneers WIN
Best Bets: 1-3, Overall: 5-7