The 2025 NFL season has commenced, featuring a full Sunday schedule with 12 games slated for the traditional 1 p.m. ET and 4:05/4:25 p.m. ET time slots. New bettors can leverage the BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS to access up to $1,500 in bonus bets if their first bet does not succeed, or $150 in bonus bets if their initial wager of at least $10 is successful. Nine divisional rivalry matchups are lined up for Week 1, such as the Commanders taking on the Giants at 1 p.m. on Sunday. As newly appointed Washington Commanders’ quarterback Jayden Daniels enters the season, they are currently favored to win by 6 points at home.
Meanwhile, the Packers vs. Lions matchup is viewed as a significant contest in the NFC North with stakes heightened by the recent trade acquisition of Micah Parsons. This showdown is scheduled for 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, with the Packers listed as 2.5-point favorites. Before making your betting choices for Week 1, ensure you review SportsLine’s top NFL picks, which are supported by a computer model that has proven to be successful over time.
Best Week 1 NFL Picks:
- Commanders -6 vs. Giants (-110)
- Packers -2.5 vs. Lions (-110)
- Broncos vs. Titans: Over 42.5 points (-110)
Combining these selections into a Week 1 NFL parlay at BetMGM may yield a payout of +596, risking $100 to earn $596.
