The NFL season continues to heat up as Week 5 approaches, with an array of exciting matchups on the horizon. After a challenging start, recent weeks have seen a significant turnaround in game predictions, with a record of 10-6 against the spread (ATS) and a straight-up record of 12-3-1 being achieved last week, bringing the overall season totals to 36-28 ATS and 49-14-1 straight up.
This week’s slate features 14 games, with four teams on bye, but plenty of intriguing contests are set to unfold.
The Thursday night game will see the San Francisco 49ers face off against the Los Angeles Rams. The 49ers will aim to rebound after their first loss of the season, while the Rams are coming off a solid win against the Colts, led by quarterback Matthew Stafford. Given Brock Purdy’s recent struggles, it’s anticipated that the Rams will secure the win at home.
On Sunday morning, the Cleveland Browns will be challenged with rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel making his first NFL start against the Minnesota Vikings in London. Both teams are facing their own issues, but the Browns’ defense may give them the edge in a tightly contested game.
As the day progresses, expect the Dallas Cowboys to take on the struggling New York Jets, who have yet to secure a victory this season. With Dak Prescott performing well and the Jets’ defense faltering, the Cowboys are favored to come out on top.
The Denver Broncos will face the Philadelphia Eagles, who are searching for their fifth consecutive win. The Broncos are coming off a Monday night victory, but the challenge will be great against a well-established Eagles team, albeit a close contest is predicted.
Lamar Jackson’s potential absence could be a significant blow to the Baltimore Ravens facing off against the Houston Texans, who recently celebrated their first win. The Texans’ defense may prove decisive in what could be a close matchup.
The Indianapolis Colts will be looking to bounce back after their first loss as they host the Las Vegas Raiders, while the Miami Dolphins, despite losing star player Tyreek Hill for the season, will look to capitalize against a struggling Carolina Panthers team.
Amidst a flurry of matchups featuring underperforming teams, the Cincinnati Bengals will seek to right the ship against the Detroit Lions. The Bengals, who have struggled recently, are set to face a Lions team looking to rebound after a lackluster performance.
Lastly, the Week 5 action wraps up on Monday night with the Kansas City Chiefs heading to Jacksonville to face the Jaguars, who have been a surprise contender this season. The Jaguars will look to ride their impressive defensive performance to challenge the Chiefs.
With an enticing slate ahead, fans are set for another thrilling week of NFL action. Each matchup carries the potential to change the course of the season for the teams involved.