As NFL Week 9 approaches, betting trends are starting to manifest clearly. Favorites have successfully covered in 57.5% of the games, with home favorites at nearly 59%.

In this week’s matchups, notable home favorites include the Lions (–8.5) facing the Vikings, the Packers (–13.5) up against the Panthers, and the Rams (–14) squaring off with the Saints, who will have QB Tyler Shough making his debut.

Despite the high spreads, not every home favorite is delivering a touchdown or more; for example, the Texans are just 1.5-point favorites over the Broncos. Whether looking for predictions on close matchups or larger spreads, it’s vital to have expert betting advice.

Before making any NFL picks or prop bets, consider checking out recommendations from SportsLine’s top Vegas experts.

Top Picks for NFL Week 9

Matt Severance’s Prop Picks

Severance, known for his high-volume betting advice, suggests that Chicago is likely to score under 27.5 points against Cincinnati, observing:

“Despite the Bengals’ poor defense, the Bears rarely score over 28 points in away games.”

Sia Nejad’s View

Nejad, with a successful track record, supports Green Bay (–13.5) to outperform Carolina, stating:

“The Packers’ offense is gaining momentum and their opposition suffers from injuries.”

Bruce Marshall’s Insights

Marshall aligns with the Colts (–3) to win over Pittsburgh, emphasizing:

“Given the Colts’ powerful start, they are expected to maintain their success this week.”

Before finalizing your bets, visit SportsLine for the latest insights and to deviate from the crowd with expert-backed strategies.