Thursday Night Football Preview: Raiders Against Broncos Predictions and Odds

Expert predictions and odds for the upcoming Thursday Night Football game featuring the Las Vegas Raiders and the Denver Broncos.

The Denver Broncos aim to achieve their seventh consecutive win against the Las Vegas Raiders in the Thursday Night Football matchup. The Broncos recorded an 18-15 win at Houston while the Raiders faced a narrow 30-29 overtime defeat against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Currently, the Raiders stand at 2-6 with two consecutive losses and are 1-3 on the road this season. Meanwhile, the Broncos are 7-2, leading the AFC West by one game ahead of the Los Angeles Chargers, boasting a perfect 4-0 record at home.

Kickoff will take place at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver at 8:15 p.m. ET. Although the Raiders lead the historical series 73-56-2, the Broncos have emerged victorious in their last two encounters. As per the latest odds, Denver is a 9.5-point favorite, and the over/under for total points is set at 42.5 according to SportsLine consensus. Before placing any bets on the Broncos vs. Raiders match, be sure to check out insights from Zack Cimini, a proficient analyst on an 8-2 streak with his selections involving the Raiders.

Why the Broncos Can Cover

Bo Nix leads the Denver offense this season, with an impressive completion rate of 61.2% on 197 out of 322 passes for 1,976 yards and 17 touchdowns against six interceptions. Additionally, he has rushed for three touchdowns and accumulated 207 yards in 42 attempts. In a notable game against Cincinnati, he had a stellar performance with 326 yards and two touchdowns, indicating his dual threat capability. His primary target has been Courtland Sutton, a seasoned wide receiver with 38 receptions yielding 566 yards and four touchdowns. Sutton has demonstrated significant explosive plays and has been pivotal in critical game situations.

Why the Raiders Can Cover

The Raiders may face challenges, particularly after trading away wide receiver Jakobi Meyers to the Jaguars. Quarterback Geno Smith, who has completed 67.5% of his passes, has found success with 1,664 yards and 11 touchdowns but also holds 11 interceptions. He’s pivotal to their offense, and after last week’s performance against Jacksonville, he will need support from Tre Tucker, who is positioned to step up following Meyers’ departure.

Making Picks

Cimini is favoring the total unders in this matchup, but he stresses that a crucial x-factor could influence the final spread. For detailed insights regarding the Raiders vs. Broncos spread, follow Cimini’s advice at SportsLine and gain valuable betting angles.