Prisco's Week 1 NFL picks: Seahawks dominate Patriots once again, Bills end skid vs. Texans
Key Points:
- Week 1 NFL picks are challenging due to uncertainties around new coaches, returning injured players, and team performance, making early-season games unpredictable.
- Key matchups include the Seahawks favored over the Patriots in a Super Bowl rematch, Rams narrowly edging the 49ers in Australia, and the Steelers expected to defeat the Falcons with Aaron Rodgers starting his final season.
- The Ravens, Bills, Bears, Jaguars, Lions, and Jets are all predicted to win their openers based on strong offenses or defensive advantages.
- Close games are anticipated between the Bengals and Buccaneers, Packers and Vikings, and Dolphins and Raiders, with the home teams or slight favorites expected to prevail.
- Monday night features Patrick Mahomes' return from ACL injury as the Chiefs host the Broncos, with the Chiefs favored to win in a potentially tight contest.