NFL Week 3 Best Bets

By Pat Corkery

After a week that saw underdogs go 10-5-1 against the spread, bettors are looking ahead to Week 3’s slate.

With so many matchups on the schedule, it can be tough to figure out which teams and lines offer the best value. This week’s slate features a variety of intriguing games that offer opportunities for sharp betting strategies.

Whether you’re looking at point spreads, over/under totals, or moneyline wagers, this week provides plenty of chances to find favorable odds and recoup some of your broken parlays from Week 2.

In this article, we’ll break down some of the best bets for NFL Week 3.

Odds via Fanatics Sportsbook

Giants @ Browns – Under 38.5 (-110)

It’s a match-up between two offenses struggling to muster up much of anything.

After putting up just 6 and 18 points against the Vikings and Commanders, respectively, it’s very difficult to imagine the Giants putting up much of a fight against the Myles Garrett-led Cleveland defense.

While I expect the Browns to take care of business at home, their offense hasn’t shown many signs of life in the early stages either. Bet on this one to be bowling shoe-ugly and take the under.

Bears @ Colts – Colts -1.5 (-110)

Two young quarterbacks face off in what should be an entertaining Sunday afternoon match-up.

This one is all about match-ups. While the Colts have struggled mightily defending the run this year, the Chicago offensive line has had trouble of its own.

On paper, these teams are fairly even, but the Bears should struggle to exploit Indy’s greatest weakness, giving the home team a leg-up.

Eagles @ Saints – Under 49.5 (-110)

I know, I know – the Saints have looked like the 2007 Patriots in the opening games of the 2024 campaign. However, I find it hard to believe that Derek Carr and offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak can keep up this historic pace forever.

Philadelphia’s defense has played solidly the first two weeks, holding the Falcons and Packers at bay, and giving their offense a chance to win on both occasions. On the other hand, with AJ Brown expected to miss the game, the Birds’ offense should be a bit limited.

What I’m betting on here is the law of averages coming into play and New Orleans coming back down to earth.

Ravens @ Cowboys – Ravens Moneyline (-115)

Not to sound like too much of a cliche, but this is a game Lamar and company simply have to win. Since 1979, only six teams have made the playoffs after a 0-3 start, which the Ravens are now looking at from down the barrel.

A shocking start to the season that could just as easily have them sitting at 2-0 has put their backs against the wall.

On the other hand, you have the Cowboys, coming off a shellacking from the New Orleans Saints in Jerryworld, as home dogs.

History is putting pressure on Baltimore, and I think if you have any faith in the Ravens, you have to back them here.

Chiefs @ Falcons – Chiefs -4.5 (-110)

While the Falcons may have some luck on their side following their miracle win against the Eagles on Monday Night Football, they have failed to impress so far this season.

Kirk Cousins has looked statuesque in the pocket at times while their offense has failed to create any real momentum, outside of a single drive, through two games.

While the Chiefs have only eeked out two nailbiters thus far, this line seems very fishy, as you could just as easily make this pack at -6.5.

Take the value, take the Chiefs.