NFL 2023 Week 9 – Odds, Predictions & Picks

We are now at the midway point of the NFL season, and a thrilling playoff race is starting to take shape. We have seen some incredible upsets, season-changing injuries, and a very busy trade deadline. The league is setting up for an exciting second half of the season, and we are going to make some money from it. 

Our experts at USAlegalbetting.com have been studying each team over the first few weeks, and they are sharing their favorite eight bets heading into Week 9.

Below, we will share their picks, along with odds and insights, to help you win big at NFL betting sites this weekend.

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The Titans may have found the future of their franchise in rookie quarterback Will Levis. The 24-year-old debuted last week and posted 238 yards and four touchdowns. He looked like a seasoned veteran, connecting with DeAndre Hopkins with ease. It was the best that the Titans' offense has looked this season, and we think he stays hot against a Pittsburgh team that will be without safety Minkah Fitzpatrick.

The Steelers' defense has improved, but their offense remains a mess. Kenny Pickett left last week with an injury, but it won’t make much of a difference if he can play this Sunday. He has failed to spark the offense, even with a budding superstar receiver in George Pickens. The Titans' defense is not great, but they will be good enough to contain this broken Pittsburgh offense.

Titans injury report

• Mike Brown S - IR
• Ryan Tannehill QB - O
• DeAndre Hopkins WR - Q
• Roger McCreary CB - O
• Chris Hubbard OT - O

Steelers injury report

• Minkah Fitzpatrick S - O
• Levi Wallace CB - Q

Bookmaker	Pick	Odds
	Titans +2.5	-104
	Titans ML	+130
	Under 36.5	-110

The Miami Dolphins bounced back from their loss to the Eagles to demolish a good Pats defense on Sunday. While there is no denying their pass attack is the best in the league, they have had some issues moving the ball on the ground. Raheem Mostert hasn’t found much room over the last two weeks, and things won’t be any different against a great Chiefs defense tonight.

Kansas City had an embarrassing loss to the Broncos last weekend, but they will bounce back in a big way this weekend. Patrick Mahomes is once again healthy, meaning his connection with Travis Kelce will be on full display. The Chiefs' defense has become one of the best in the NFL, and the team will use that balance to bear Miami in Germany this weekend. 

Dolphins injury report

• Jalen Ramsey CB - Q
• Connor Williams G - Q
• Raheem Mostert RB - Q
• Durham Smythe TE - Q
• Brandon Jones S - O

Chiefs injury report

• Nick Bolton LB - IR
• Richie James WR - IR
• Jerick McKinnon RB - Q
• Willie Gay LB - Q
• Tommy Townsend P - Q 

Bookmaker	Pick	Odds
	Chiefs -1.	-105
	Chiefs ML	-122
	Under 50.5	-110

The Vikings were turning their season around, but that came to an end last weekend when they lost Kirk Cousins to an Achilles tear. The team is still without Justin Jefferson, leaving them without a playmaker on offense. The team traded for Joshua Dobbs, but he’ll be learning a new offense if he gets the start. Minnesota doesn’t have the tools to score on this impressive Atlanta defense, and it will lead to a low-scoring loss this weekend.

The Falcons will officially be starting Taylor Heinicke against Minnesota this weekend. He took over for Desmond Ridder last week and was a breath of fresh air for the Atlanta offense. He is a better passer than Ridder, meaning he can take advantage of playmakers like Drake London and Kyle Pitts. Combine that with their great run game, and you get a recipe for a win on Sunday.

Vikings injury report

• Kirk Cousins QB - IR
• K.J. Osborn WR - Q
• Brandon Powell WR - Q
• Akayleb Evans CB - Q
• Chris Reed G - NFI-R

Falcons injury report

• Grady Jarrett DE - IR
• Drake London WR - Q
• Mike Hughes CB - Q
• DeMarcco Hellams S - Q
• LaCale London DE - IR

Bookmaker	Pick	Odds
	Falcons -4.5	-115
	Falcons ML	-205
	Under 37	-110

The Rams may be without Matthew Stafford this weekend, but we still like LA’s chances to get the road win this weekend. One reason for that is their receiving corps, which is led by Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua. They will make life easier for whichever quarterback is starting, especially against a Packers defense without one of their top players, Rasul Douglas. The Rams' defense is good enough to shut down the Packers, giving their offense the support needed to get the win.

The Packers are starting to look like one of the worst teams in football. Jordan Love is unable to maintain drives, and the offense has not been able to do anything in the first half of games. While their defense has been solid, they traded cornerback Rasul Douglas. He is not only a top corner but also one of the leaders of the Green Bay defense. His absence will be felt in a big way on Sunday, leading to yet another loss for the Pack

Rams injury report

• Puka Nacua WR - Q
• Larrell Murchison DT - Q
• Ben Skowronek WR - Q
• Ernest Jones LB - Q
• Cobie Durant CB - Q
• Matthew Stafford QB - Q

Packers injury report

• Yosh Nijman OT - Q
• Aaron Jones RB - Q
• Jaire Alexander CB - Q
• Elgton Jenkins G - Q
• Luke Musgrave TE - Q

Bookmaker	Pick	Odds
	Rams +3	-112
	Rams ML	+140
	Under 38.5	-110

The Seahawks currently lead the NFC West, but we aren’t buying them as one of the NFC’s top teams. One reason for that is their schedule, which has seen them match up with teams like the Panthers, Giants, Cardinals, and the Browns. Now, they’ll be heading across the country to take on a Ravens team that is among the league’s best.

Baltimore is one of the most balanced teams in the league. Their defense ranks in the top five in most major statistical categories, and Lamar Jackson has been leading their offense to success. They have won three straight games, including a blowout of a great Lions team. They will expose Seattle’s many holes, leading to a massive home win.

Seahawks injury report

• Jaquan Brisker S - Q
• Nate Davis G - Q
• Terell Smith CB - Q
• Tremaine Edmunds LB - Q
• Justin Fields QB - Q
  

Ravens injury report

• Taysom Hill QB - Q
• Lynn Bowden Jr. WR - Q
• Andrus Peat G - Q
• Ty Summers LB - Q
• Demario Davis LB - Q

Bookmaker	Pick	Odds
	Ravens -5.5	-118
	Ravens ML	-265
	Under 44	-110

The Cowboys are coming off one of their most impressive wins of the season. They demolished the Rams 43-20 as they controlled the game on both sides of the ball. While they looked to be far improved from their beat down at the hands of the Niners, we see them backsliding against a hot Eagles team this weekend. Look for Jalen Hurts to expose the secondary, reminding everyone how important Trevon Diggs is to the Dallas defense.

The Eagles have looked incredible over their last two games, with wins against the Commanders and Dolphins. We still have questions about their secondary, which was bad last week, but the Philly offense is strong enough to get a win this weekend. Jalen Hurts has 598 passing yards and seven touchdowns over his last two games, and we see him staying hot at home against the Cowboys on Sunday. 

Cowboys injury report

• Chuma Edoga G - Q
• Tyron Smith OT - Q
• Michael Gallup WR - Q
• Jayron Kearse S - Q
  

Eagles injury report

• Bradley Roby CB - Q
• Sua Opeta G - Q
• Jack Stoll TE - Q
• Milton Williams DT - Q
• Cam Jurgens C - IR

Bookmaker	Pick	Odds
	Eagles -3	-110
	Eagles ML	-162
	Over 46	-110

The Bills have not looked good over the last four weeks, with losses to the Pats and Jags while barely avoiding an upset at the hands of the Giants. The loss of Tre’Davious White has taken a tool and is giving opposing offenses a way to do damage quickly. They traded for Rasul Douglas this week, but he’ll need at least one week to fit into this defense. Look for them to have a solid game, but lose to a hot Bengals team.

It appears Joe Burrow’s calf injury is behind him, which is bad news for the rest of the AFC. Cincinnati has now won three straight games and is coming off a 31-17 road blowout of the Niners. This offense is arguably the best in the league when healthy, and now their defense is starting to turn things around. They have not allowed more than 20 points in three straight games, giving Burrow and the offense room to work.

Bills injury list

• Baylon Spector LB - Q
• Quintin Morris TE - Q
• Kaiir Elam CB - Q
• Damar Hamlin S - Q
• Josh Allen QB    - Q
  

Bengals injury list

• Joe Mixon RB - Q
• Orlando Brown Jr. OT - Q
• Tycen Anderson S - Q
• Josh Tupou DT - Q
• Trey Hendrickson DE - Q

Bookmaker	Pick	Odds
	Bengals -1.5	-115
	Bengals ML	-125
	Under 49.5	-110

The Chargers offense appears to be cranking once again, with Austin Ekeler looking to be back to full(ish) health. They had no problems tearing through the Bears' defense last week, and we think they have the talent to score some points against this Jets' great defense. While LA’s secondary has some major issues, Zach Wilson doesn’t have the talent to expose them.

The Jets have now won three straight games, but that streak will come to an end today. Zach Wilson’s ability to limit turnovers has helped them win some games, but he still isn’t making big plays. Passing is the key to beating this Chargers team, and the Jets' inability to do so will cost them the game on Monday night.

Chargers injury list

• Divine Deablo LB - Q
• Jakorian Bennett CB - Q
• Jimmy Garoppolo QB - Q
• Nate Hobbs CB - Q
• Sebastian Gutierrez OT - Q

Jets injury list

• Kalif Raymond WR - Q
• Jerry Jacobs CB - Q
• Jonah Jackson G - Q
• David Montgomery RB - Q
• C.J. Gardner-Johnson S - IR

Bookmaker	Pick	Odds
	Chargers -3	-115
	Chargers ML	-170
	Under 40	-110

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