NFL odds, predictions for Week 9: Picks from 10,000 computer simulations

Key Points:

• Week 9 NFL features several notable cross-conference matchups with potential Super Bowl implications, including Bills vs. Vikings, Patriots vs. Packers, Broncos vs. Panthers, and Bengals vs. Falcons in Madrid, with Cincinnati favored by 3 points.
• Several games have large point spreads, such as Chiefs vs. Jets (+10), 49ers vs. Raiders (+10), and Seahawks vs. Cardinals (+8.5), with new quarterbacks Drew Lock and Gardner Minshew starting for the Seahawks and Raiders respectively.
• SportsLine's advanced computer model, which simulates each game 10,000 times and has a strong historical record, recommends key Week 9 picks including the Commanders (+5.5) covering against the Rams and the Chiefs (-10) covering versus the Jets.
• The model highlights Washington's strong turnover differential and rushing attack under Jayden Daniels, as well as Kansas City's solid defense against New York's offense, projecting both teams to cover their spreads with high confidence.
• Full Week 9 NFL picks and betting advice are available on SportsLine, offering bettors access to A-rated spread picks from a model that has generated over $5,000 in returns for $100 players since 2024.