Thanksgiving Week NFL Betting Predictions

It's Thanksgiving and that means family, food and football. And if you are reading this it also means betting on NFL. Thanksgiving Day will feature a trio of games with playoff implications. But which games are the best to bet on for Thanksgiving week? Keep reading to find out.

Thanksgiving Week NFL Betting Predictions

What: Tennessee Titans (5-6) at Chicago Bears (2-8)
When: Sunday, November 27, 2016
Start Time: 1:00 PM ET  
Where: Chicago, IL
Stadium: Soldier Field
Spread: Titans -5
Moneyline: Tennessee -240
Game Total: 44.5
Watch: CBS
Stream: CBS Sports
Listen: Tennessee vs Chicago

Analysis: Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota may not be relishing this game too much; after all, in their previous game against the Colts, Mariota was sacked five times and the Bears’ defense is much, much better. Nevertheless, Mariota will undoubtedly turn to the ground game and allow DeMarco Murray to punch through the Bears’ defenses.

Prediction: This game will be won by the Titans via a solid ground game. Even while the Bears have the 12th best against the run, Murray will rack up the yards. Bet is Titans -5.

What: Arizona Cardinals (4-5-1) at Atlanta Falcons (6-4)
When: Sunday, November 27, 2016
Start Time: 1:00 PM ET  
Where: Atlanta, GA
Stadium: Georgia Dome
Spread: Falcons -4.5
Moneyline: Atlanta -205
Game Total: 50.5
Watch: FOX Sports
Stream: Fox Sports Go
Listen: Arizona vs Atlanta

Analysis: Though losing their last game against Philly, the Falcons still top the NFC South; the offense wasn’t firing on all cylinders in that game and ended up with a lackluster performance. However, they come into this game well-rested after a bye week; this should give quarterback Matt Ryan, Devonta Freeman, Julio Jones, and Tevin Coleman more of an edge on offense. They’ll need this edge considering how bad the defense is. 

Prediction: Though on paper, the Cardinals defense is impressive, they’ve failed to prove their salt; against the Vikings, they only had two sacks and I expect Matt Ryan to be gunning away. Expect the Falcons to win and cover: Atlanta -4.5

What: Los Angeles Rams (4-6) at New Orleans Saints (4-6)
When: Sunday, November 27, 2016
Start Time: 1:00 PM ET  
Where: New Orleans, LA
Stadium: Mercedes-Benz Superdome
Spread: Saints -7.5
Moneyline: New Orleans -280
Game Total: 45.5
Watch: FOX Sports
Stream: Fox Sports Go
Listen: Los Angeles vs New Orleans

Analysis: The Saints are back at the Superdome but there are still some factors to consider in this game. New Orleans is in a three-game losing streak and Drew Brees will push his team to win at home; however, Brees has been throwing too many interceptions as of late and it’s taking a toll. If Brees doesn’t have a picture perfect game it could head South for the Saints.

The Rams defense held the Dolphins back for three quarters and part of the last quarter; however, they couldn’t prevent a loss and allowed Miami two late scores. If they can have a similar effort against Brees, it might give Jared Goff additional time on the field to score points on offense.

Prediction: Brees will rally the troops and break down the Rams’ defenses. Expect New Orleans to win and cover.