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Raiders LB NaVorro Bowman to start vs. Chiefs on TNF
By Conor Orr
NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Thursday that the longtime 49er, who recently battled his way out of San Francisco and onto the Raiders' roster, will be among Oakland's starting 11 Thursday night against the Chiefs. He is officially active for the game.
Bowman, a three-time Pro Bowler, adds an element of professionalism to the Raiders' linebacking corps. While the defense hinges largely on the pass rushing prowess of Khalil Mack, Bowman's ability against the run should be a welcome addition to the middle of Jack Del Rio's defense.
The Raiders (2-4) are hoping as much as they prepare to take on rookie-of-the-year frontrunner Kareem Hunt. A 2-5 hole may be too deep to climb out of, even with all their name-brand talent on both sides of the ball.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/...s-picks-from-expert-with-8-straight-nfl-wins/
Oakland Raiders vs. Kansas City Chiefs odds: Picks from expert with 8 straight NFL wins
Micah Roberts is gunning for nine straight winning NFL picks on Thursday Night Football
by CBS Sports Staff
Week 7 of the NFL season begins with "Thursday Night Football" when the Kansas City Chiefs visit the Oakland Raiders.
The Chiefs are three-point favorites, up a half-point from where the Vegas line opened. The over-under, or total number of points Vegas thinks will be scored in the game, is 46.5, down a one point from where it opened.
Before you bet on a prime-time game like this with so much NFL odds movement, you'll want to hear what Vegas legend Micah Roberts has to say.
On "Sunday Night Football," Roberts was all over the Giants +13, noting Big Blue's tendency to play well on the road. The result: Giants 23, Broncos 10, a shocking upset and a huge 26-point cover. It was his eighth straight winning NFL pick. That's almost unheard of.
Part of his success: He ran Vegas sportsbooks for 13 years. When a line is off and there's value created by the house trying to generate action on one side, Roberts sees it instantly.
Roberts knows these two teams are coming off disastrous Sundays. The Chiefs suffered their first loss of the season at home against the underdog Steelers, while the Raiders lost their fourth straight in another sluggish performance, this time against the Chargers.
The Raiders have regressed considerably. Last season, they were No. 7 in yards and points. This season, they rank No. 30 in offense with only 278 yards per game. They are No. 24 in rushing yards at just 93.7 per game and have scored an average of 13 points per game the past four weeks. They haven't had a running back top 80 yards this season.
But just because the Raiders have been struggling doesn't mean the Chiefs cover, especially on the road on a short week against a division rival.
Despite missing a week, Raiders quarterback Derek Carr is still in the top half of the league in touchdowns (eight), has a top-10 rating (93.9) and is No. 4 in completion percentage (68.3 percent). And wide receiver Michael Crabtree is third in receiving scores (five). Defensively, Oakland is fourth in tackles (406) and held the division-rival Broncos and Chargers to 33 total points already this season.
Meanwhile, Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt hasn't found the end zone since Week 3 and is fresh off a season-low 21 yards rushing. Stud wide receiver Tyreek Hillsuffered a neck injury last week.
It's no surprise that Roberts is leaning toward the under on "Thursday Night Football," but what about against the spread, which he has made his name picking?
He knows there's a huge x-factor that ultimately determines the point spread winner for Chiefs-Raiders. And SportsLine senior analyst Larry Hartstein agrees with him.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexka...cks-for-thursday-night-football/#52528c926399
Oakland Raiders Vs. Kansas City Chiefs: Week 7 Odds And Picks For Thursday Night Football
Alex Kay
Week 7 of the 2017 NFL season will begin tonight when the Oakland Raiders host the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday Night Football. Both AFC West rivals are looking to get back on track after losing this past Sunday.
This one has the potential to be a close contest, especially since the Chiefs just proved they were vulnerable for the first time this season. The team suffered its first defeat, bringing a previously unblemished record down to 5-1—which is still the top mark in the league—after it failed to contain the Pittsburgh Steelers’ rushing attack.
Oakland would be wise to replicate that game plan, although the team has been struggling to generate consistent offense over the past month. The club has now dropped four straight matchups and is in serious danger of missing out on a postseason appearance this year. At 2-4, the Raiders direly need to get off the schneid, but they won’t find it easy against an angry Chiefs team that they have not found a way to beat since 2014.
Oddsmakers are expecting this one to be decided by a field goal, opening betting with the Chiefs as a three-point road favorite. It’s a solid line, one that could certainly go either way tonight. If you are looking for advice on how to bet this game, you’ve come to the right place, as Jon Price of SportsInformationTraders.com is once again providing his expert opinion on the matter.
Before we get to this pro handicapper’s prediction, here’s a preview—including start time, TV information, updated odds and more—for Week 7’s Thursday Night Football battle between the Chiefs and Raiders.
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNjEQRgPQO0
As mentioned, the Chiefs were the last remaining undefeated team going into Week 6. It figures that the Steelers—an opponent they have had a lot of trouble with in recent years—would be the ones to finally fell them.
Pittsburgh executed a smashmouth offensive attack led by superstar running back Le’Veon Bell—who racked up 179 yards and a touchdown on 32 totes—that was eerily similar to the game plan it employed during its AFC Divisional Round victory January.
If you need a refresher, the Chiefs had their most recent postseason appearance cut short by the Steelers, a disappointing finish after breaking through to win AFC West for the first time since 2010. Bell was brilliant in that game too, as the Michigan State product rushed 30 times for 170 yards, guiding his side to the AFC Championship Game on the road by steadily moving the chains during a low-scoring, defensive-oriented, field goal fiesta.
The Chiefs had clearly put that disappointing performance behind them and burst out of the gate this season, winning five in a row—including signature victories against the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles—but they once again ran into a black and yellow brick wall at Arrowhead Stadium.
Fortunately for Kansas City, this loss doesn’t mark the end of its season, and now the team has a chance to pick up the pieces and move on to face a reeling Raiders squad that it has pushed around in recent years.
Since head coach Andy Reid took over the Chiefs at the start of the 2013 campaign, they have lost just once to Oakland. Chiefs also lead series since 2010, 8-6 and all-time, 62-52-2.
Raiders LB NaVorro Bowman to start vs. Chiefs on TNF
By Conor Orr
NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Thursday that the longtime 49er, who recently battled his way out of San Francisco and onto the Raiders' roster, will be among Oakland's starting 11 Thursday night against the Chiefs. He is officially active for the game.
Bowman, a three-time Pro Bowler, adds an element of professionalism to the Raiders' linebacking corps. While the defense hinges largely on the pass rushing prowess of Khalil Mack, Bowman's ability against the run should be a welcome addition to the middle of Jack Del Rio's defense.
The Raiders (2-4) are hoping as much as they prepare to take on rookie-of-the-year frontrunner Kareem Hunt. A 2-5 hole may be too deep to climb out of, even with all their name-brand talent on both sides of the ball.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/...s-picks-from-expert-with-8-straight-nfl-wins/
Oakland Raiders vs. Kansas City Chiefs odds: Picks from expert with 8 straight NFL wins
Micah Roberts is gunning for nine straight winning NFL picks on Thursday Night Football
by CBS Sports Staff
Week 7 of the NFL season begins with "Thursday Night Football" when the Kansas City Chiefs visit the Oakland Raiders.
The Chiefs are three-point favorites, up a half-point from where the Vegas line opened. The over-under, or total number of points Vegas thinks will be scored in the game, is 46.5, down a one point from where it opened.
Before you bet on a prime-time game like this with so much NFL odds movement, you'll want to hear what Vegas legend Micah Roberts has to say.
On "Sunday Night Football," Roberts was all over the Giants +13, noting Big Blue's tendency to play well on the road. The result: Giants 23, Broncos 10, a shocking upset and a huge 26-point cover. It was his eighth straight winning NFL pick. That's almost unheard of.
Part of his success: He ran Vegas sportsbooks for 13 years. When a line is off and there's value created by the house trying to generate action on one side, Roberts sees it instantly.
Roberts knows these two teams are coming off disastrous Sundays. The Chiefs suffered their first loss of the season at home against the underdog Steelers, while the Raiders lost their fourth straight in another sluggish performance, this time against the Chargers.
The Raiders have regressed considerably. Last season, they were No. 7 in yards and points. This season, they rank No. 30 in offense with only 278 yards per game. They are No. 24 in rushing yards at just 93.7 per game and have scored an average of 13 points per game the past four weeks. They haven't had a running back top 80 yards this season.
But just because the Raiders have been struggling doesn't mean the Chiefs cover, especially on the road on a short week against a division rival.
Despite missing a week, Raiders quarterback Derek Carr is still in the top half of the league in touchdowns (eight), has a top-10 rating (93.9) and is No. 4 in completion percentage (68.3 percent). And wide receiver Michael Crabtree is third in receiving scores (five). Defensively, Oakland is fourth in tackles (406) and held the division-rival Broncos and Chargers to 33 total points already this season.
Meanwhile, Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt hasn't found the end zone since Week 3 and is fresh off a season-low 21 yards rushing. Stud wide receiver Tyreek Hillsuffered a neck injury last week.
It's no surprise that Roberts is leaning toward the under on "Thursday Night Football," but what about against the spread, which he has made his name picking?
He knows there's a huge x-factor that ultimately determines the point spread winner for Chiefs-Raiders. And SportsLine senior analyst Larry Hartstein agrees with him.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexka...cks-for-thursday-night-football/#52528c926399
Oakland Raiders Vs. Kansas City Chiefs: Week 7 Odds And Picks For Thursday Night Football
Alex Kay
Week 7 of the 2017 NFL season will begin tonight when the Oakland Raiders host the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday Night Football. Both AFC West rivals are looking to get back on track after losing this past Sunday.
This one has the potential to be a close contest, especially since the Chiefs just proved they were vulnerable for the first time this season. The team suffered its first defeat, bringing a previously unblemished record down to 5-1—which is still the top mark in the league—after it failed to contain the Pittsburgh Steelers’ rushing attack.
Oakland would be wise to replicate that game plan, although the team has been struggling to generate consistent offense over the past month. The club has now dropped four straight matchups and is in serious danger of missing out on a postseason appearance this year. At 2-4, the Raiders direly need to get off the schneid, but they won’t find it easy against an angry Chiefs team that they have not found a way to beat since 2014.
Oddsmakers are expecting this one to be decided by a field goal, opening betting with the Chiefs as a three-point road favorite. It’s a solid line, one that could certainly go either way tonight. If you are looking for advice on how to bet this game, you’ve come to the right place, as Jon Price of SportsInformationTraders.com is once again providing his expert opinion on the matter.
Before we get to this pro handicapper’s prediction, here’s a preview—including start time, TV information, updated odds and more—for Week 7’s Thursday Night Football battle between the Chiefs and Raiders.
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNjEQRgPQO0
As mentioned, the Chiefs were the last remaining undefeated team going into Week 6. It figures that the Steelers—an opponent they have had a lot of trouble with in recent years—would be the ones to finally fell them.
Pittsburgh executed a smashmouth offensive attack led by superstar running back Le’Veon Bell—who racked up 179 yards and a touchdown on 32 totes—that was eerily similar to the game plan it employed during its AFC Divisional Round victory January.
If you need a refresher, the Chiefs had their most recent postseason appearance cut short by the Steelers, a disappointing finish after breaking through to win AFC West for the first time since 2010. Bell was brilliant in that game too, as the Michigan State product rushed 30 times for 170 yards, guiding his side to the AFC Championship Game on the road by steadily moving the chains during a low-scoring, defensive-oriented, field goal fiesta.
The Chiefs had clearly put that disappointing performance behind them and burst out of the gate this season, winning five in a row—including signature victories against the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles—but they once again ran into a black and yellow brick wall at Arrowhead Stadium.
Fortunately for Kansas City, this loss doesn’t mark the end of its season, and now the team has a chance to pick up the pieces and move on to face a reeling Raiders squad that it has pushed around in recent years.
Since head coach Andy Reid took over the Chiefs at the start of the 2013 campaign, they have lost just once to Oakland. Chiefs also lead series since 2010, 8-6 and all-time, 62-52-2.
