NFL Week 9 predictions: Upsets, fantasy sleepers, stat lines

Key Points:

• Betting analyst Pamela Maldonado predicts two underdog upsets: Green Bay Packers to beat New England Patriots and Cleveland Browns to upset New Orleans Saints, citing defensive strengths and offensive matchups.
• Analytics writer Seth Walder projects standout stat lines for three players: Lions DT Alim McNeill with 1.5 sacks, Broncos rookie RB Jonah Coleman with 1 rushing touchdown and strong yardage, and Colts CB Sauce Gardner to have a solid coverage game.
• Fantasy football writer Eric Moody highlights three sleepers: Colts WR Keenan Allen as a viable flex option, Dolphins QB Malik Willis as a streaming candidate due to his rushing ability, and Giants RB Devin Singletary who could see increased workload against the Eagles.
• Analyst Matt Bowen predicts touchdown scorers including Bengals WR Tee Higgins, Giants WR Malachi Fields, and 49ers RB Kaelon Black, emphasizing their recent performance trends and favorable matchups.
• Analyst Ben Solak forecasts four wild-card events: Vikings QB Carson Wentz causing QB controversy with a strong performance, Chiefs QB Justin Fields running a rare QB sneak, an in-game trade announcement involving Rams and Colts players, and Joe Milton making a 65-yard pass.