The Denver Broncos aim to clinch their seventh straight victory as they prepare to face the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday Night Football. The Broncos secured a narrow 18-15 triumph against Houston, while the Raiders suffered a heartbreak with a 30-29 overtime loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Currently, the Raiders sit at 2-6 and have lost their last two games, struggling on the road with a 1-3 record this season. On the other hand, the Broncos are 7-2, leading the AFC West, unbeaten at home with a perfect 4-0 record. With recent trends, the Under bet has hit in three of the last four matches for the Raiders and five of the last seven for the Broncos.
Kickoff will take place at 8:15 p.m. ET from Empower Field at Mile High in Denver. In their recent encounters, the Broncos have won the last two matchups, overcoming an earlier eight-game winning streak by the Raiders in their rivalry. The Broncos are presently the biggest favorites in NFL Week 10, with a 9.5-point advantage, and the total points over/under is set at 43.
Why the Broncos Can Cover
Quarterback Bo Nix has been a catalyst for the Broncos’ offense, boasting impressive stats with a completion rate of 61.2%, accumulating 197 completions out of 322 attempts for 1,976 yards and 17 touchdowns against six interceptions, while also contributing three rushing touchdowns. His standout performance came in a 28-3 victory where he completed 29 of 42 passes for 326 yards and two touchdowns.
His primary receiving target, veteran Courtland Sutton, has had a phenomenal season with 38 catches for 566 yards and four touchdowns, showcasing his capability with ten explosive plays of over 20 yards.
Why the Raiders Can Cover
In the wake of trading Jakobi Meyers to the Jaguars, the Raiders face potential setbacks. Quarterback Geno Smith, leading the offensive charge, has completed 164 of 243 passes for 1,664 yards, matching 11 touchdowns respectively with the same number of interceptions. Recently, he added four touchdowns and 284 passing yards against the Jaguars in a challenging match.
In his absence, Tre Tucker will need to rise to the occasion, leading the team in receiving yards for the season. The betting landscape shows a favorable trend for Cimini, who holds an impressive 8-2 record on picks involving the Raiders, suggesting potential returns for bettors.
Making Your Picks
For fans and bettors looking to enjoy Thursday Night Football, checking Cimini’s insights could prove beneficial. Stay tuned for his breakdown on which side of the spread holds potential based on this week’s matchup.
