With NFL Week 9 kicking off on Thursday, analysts have offered bold predictions for all 15 games, highlighting standout performances and expected outcomes.
The Jacksonville Jaguars are predicted to beat the Baltimore Ravens by 15 or more points in primetime without Lamar Jackson. The Cincinnati Bengals, led by Joe Burrow's four-touchdown game, are favored over the Atlanta Falcons. The Dallas Cowboys are expected to rack up 450 yards of offense against the Indianapolis Colts.
Travis Kelce is projected to record 125 yards and two touchdowns as the Kansas City Chiefs defeat the New York Jets. Jared Goff could throw five touchdowns as the Detroit Lions top the Miami Dolphins, while Deshaun Watson aims for a four-touchdown game as the Cleveland Browns face the New Orleans Saints.
J.J. McCarthy may lead the New York Giants on a game-winning drive against the Philadelphia Eagles. Myles Garrett's return could spark the Los Angeles Rams with a strip-sack on Jayden Daniels against the Washington Commanders. Bo Nix is forecast to post a 300-yard game as the Denver Broncos beat the Carolina Panthers.
C.J. Stroud and Justin Herbert could combine for over 700 yards of offense in a Houston Texans win over the Los Angeles Chargers. Jordan Love and Drake Maye might combine for eight touchdowns in a Green Bay Packers victory over the New England Patriots. Rookie Fernando Mendoza is tipped to lead the Las Vegas Raiders past the San Francisco 49ers.
The Seattle Seahawks are predicted to beat the Arizona Cardinals by 20-plus points. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers could force three turnovers to defeat the Chicago Bears. Finally, Kyler Murray is expected to outgain Josh Allen as the Minnesota Vikings upset the Buffalo Bills.
