NFL predictions: Week seven odds & expert betting tips

It’s been a crazy week in the NFL again as we saw the first head coach get fired. Brian Callahan lasted a season and six games at the Tennessee Titans but with a 1-5 start his time came to an end. 

We also saw the second NFL game in London as the Denver Broncos beat the New York Jets in what could be described as a dour 13-11 contest. One for the purist as they say. 

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But it’s full steam ahead and we now move on to ‘week seven’ with plenty of exciting matchups and loads of betting tips for you.

LA Rams @ Jacksonville Jaguars betting tips

When: 14:30pm UK time

Where to watch: Channel 5

It’s been a good season so far for the Jacksonville Jaguars as they currently sit with a 4-2 record. They have had some impressive wins against the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. However, last Sunday they lost to the Seattle Seahawks in a tight low-scoring affair.

Nonetheless the massive positive for the Jaguars is that star wide receiver Brian Thomas seems to have found his spark again. 

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Thomas had a slow start to this season not hitting over 55 yards in any of the first four games. 

But the last two weeks have shown he’s returning to his best, scoring his first touchdown last time out against the Seahawks.

The LA Rams are also coming into this game with a 4-2 record. They have only lost to the Philadelphia Eagles and 49ers this season and will be a tough nut to crack. The big concern for them currently is the fitness of Puka Nacua. 

The wide receiver has been great for them this season but missed parts of last week's win against the Baltimore Ravens due to an injury. With their bye in week eight it's likely he will miss this game and rest up for the second half of the season.

FIRST.com’s top tips – Rams @ Jaguars

Pick 1: Jacksonville Jaguars +3.5 @ 8/11 (William Hill)

Pick 2: Brian Thomas anytime TD scorer @ 11/8 (William Hill)

Pick 3: Over 44.5 points @ 10/11 (Ladbrokes)

Philadelphia Eagles @ Minnesota Vikings betting tips

When: 18:00pm UK time

Where to watch: Sky Sports NFL

The Eagles looked like they had just carried over from last season in the first four weeks as they went 4-0 with little trouble. However, things have changed in the last two weeks with losses to the Denver Broncos and the New York Giants.

There seems to be quite a bit of discontent amongst Eagles fans when it comes to how the offence is being run. Last year Saquon Barkley was featured heavily but that has not been the case under new offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo.

Now the Eagles are going up against another strong defence in the Minnesota Vikings although they have had their own offensive problems. They are currently 3-2 but their quarterback situation is not in great shape. JJ McCarthy looked bad before he got injured and veteran Carson Wentz has his limitations.

After two weeks on the road playing international games, the Vikings had last week off as a bye. This should have helped them rest and recuperate ahead of a big test against the Eagles. 

FIRST.com’s top tips – Eagles @ Vikings

Pick 1: Philadelphia Eagles -1.5 @ 17/20 (William Hill) 

Pick 2: Dallas Goedert anytime TD scorer @ 2/1 (William Hill) 

Pick 3: Under 44.0 points @ 10/11 (Coral)

Indianapolis Colts @ LA Chargers betting tips

When: 21:05pm UK time

Where to watch: Sky Sports NFL

We have got a battle of first place teams here as the LA Chargers, who are first in the AFC West take on the Colts, First in the AFC South. The Indianapolis Colts have been a bit of a surprise package this season as they have a 5-1 record. Only the Rams have beaten them so far.

Daniel Jones has been a revelation since moving to Indianapolis with a 71.7% pass completion rate. Along with rookie tight end Tyler Warren having a great season the Colts look like they could go far into the post-season. Jonathon Taylor has also been in amazing form with 603 rushing yards and seven touchdowns.

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They have got a tough matchup here though as they face the LA Chargers. The Chargers are still managing to produce wins despite having a ton of injury problems. 

Their two main offensive linemen, Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt, are injured. Also, starting running backs Najee Harris and Omarion Hampton won’t suit up either.

Despite this adversity, the Chargers are still winning games and Kimani Vidal showed last week how strong their depth is. He had 124 yards and a touchdown against the Miami Dolphins last week. This should be an exciting watch.

FIRST.com’s top tips Colts @ Chargers

Pick 1: Colts +1.5 @ 20/21 (Betfred) 

Pick 2: Under 48.5 points @ 10/11 (Coral)

Pick 3: Daniel Jones anytime TD scorer @ 13/5 (Betfred)

Washington Commanders @ Dallas Cowboys betting tips

When: 21:25pm UK time

Where: Sky Sports NFL

This matchup has the potential to be an absolute shootout and will most likely be the highest scoring game of the week. 

The Dallas Cowboys have one of the worst defences in the league and can’t stop anyone. They are currently ranked 31st and the least number of points they have given up in a game is 22. That was to the 0-6 New York Jets.

However, their offence is flying now and that will only get better with CeeDee Lamb back from injury. It’s crazy to say that they haven’t missed him, but they truly haven’t. Dak Prescott has passed for 1,617 yards and 13 touchdowns so far in an impressive season so far.

The Washington Commanders have had a bit of a bumpy start to the season and currently have a 3-3 record. They don’t seem to be able to get things going the same way they did last season.

Jayden Daniels has missed a couple of games through injury but was back last week. It felt like he needed to get going again and was much better in the second half of that game. 

The Commanders are still without star wide receiver Terry McLaurin which has been a big loss. There should be plenty of points in this one.

FIRST.com’s top tips -  Commanders @ Cowboys

Pick 1: Dallas Cowboys to win @ 21/20 (Betfred)

Pick 2: Over 54.5 points @ 20/23 (Betfred)

Pick 3: Zack Ertz anytime TD scorer @ 7/4 (Betway)

Atlanta Falcons @ San Francisco 49ers betting tips

When: 01:20am Monday UK time

Where to watch: Sky Sports NFL

The Atlanta Falcons are 3-2 as we go into week seven and are coming off their best result so far this season. Beating the Bills last Monday night was a huge confidence booster. They have had their troubles this year, especially when losing 30-0 against a poor Carolina Panthers team.

Michael Penix who is in his first season as the full-time starting quarterback has shown glimpses of talent but also struggles. 

He has thrown four touchdown passes and three interceptions. Fortunately, star running back Bijan Robinson and receiver Drake London are playing well.

Here they are going up against a San Francisco 49ers team that have been dogged by injuries - but are still 4-2. They have been heavily reliant on Christian McCaffery, but he has proven that his injury worries are behind him for now.

It doesn’t matter if the 49ers start with Brock Purdy or Mac Jones at quarterback, they are still tough to beat. Losing Fred Warner to injury last week is a massive blow however and eventually the pile of injuries will take their toll. Expect this game to be a close one.

FIRST.com’s top tips -  Falcons @ 49ers

Pick 1: San Francisco 49ers -2.0 @ 10/11 (Coral) 

Pick 2: Under 46.5 points @ 1/1 (PricedUp)

Pick 3: Kyle Pitts anytime TD scorer @ 5/2 (Betway) 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Detroit Lions betting tips

When: 00:00 Tuesday UK time

Where to watch: Sky Sports NFL

The Buccaneers have had a great start to the season and sit at the top of the NFC South with a 5-1 record. The only game they lost was to the Eagles. Baker Mayfield has been unbelievable and has put himself in the race for the MVP. He has passed for 1,539 yards, 12 touchdowns and only one interception.

Along with Mayfield being great it has also helped that rookie receiver Emeka Egbuka has had a good start to his NFL career as well. Egbuka has had five touchdowns in six games. 

Unfortunately, he is going to miss this game through injury along with Mike Evans and Chris Godwin.

Despite that the Buccaneers will be competitive against the Lions. The Lions are 4-2 and have looked good despite the changes they had in the offseason. Jared Goff has continued to be reliable at quarterback, and the run game is top notch.

This game should be one of the more exciting ones of the week and is one to stay up for.

FIRST.com’s top tips -  Buccaneers @ Lions

Pick 1: Detroit Lions -5.5 @ 10/11 (Coral)

Pick 2: Over 52.5 points @ 10/11  (PricedUp)

Pick 3: Sam LaPorta anytime TD score @ 33/20 (Betway)

Quickfire predictions – week seven tips

Raiders @ Chiefs

Pick 1: Over 45.5 points @ 10/11

Pick 2: Xavier Worthy anytime TD scorer @ 9/5

Patriots @ Titans

Pick 1: Under 42.0 points @ 10/11

Pick 2: Kayshon Boutte anytime TD scorer @ 23/10

Saints @ Bears

Pick 1: Over 46.5 points @ 10/11

Pick 2: Rome Odunze anytime TD scorer @ 21/20

Dolphins @ Browns

Pick 1: Miami Dolphins +2.5 @ 10/11

Pick 2: Darren Waller anytime TD scorer @ 9/4

Panthers @ Jets

Pick 1: Panthers to win @ 5/6

Pick 2: Rico Dowdle anytime TD scorer @ 11/10

Giants @ Broncos

Pick 1: New York Giants +7.0 @ 10/11

Pick 2: Jaxson Dart anytime TD scorer @ 15/4

Packers @ Cardinals

Pick 1: Over 45.0 points @ 10/11

Pick 2: Trey McBride anytime TD scorer @ 17/10

Texans @ Seahawks

Pick 1: Seattle Seahawks -3.0 @ 10/11

Pick 2: AJ Barner anytime TD scorer @ 3/1

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