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This NFL season is shaping up to be one of the best seasons in a while and we have a new week of Pick'em for you.
Need some help deciding who to pick? We've got you covered with the information before you make your picks here.
New Orleans Saints at Carolina Panthers
Sunday, Nov. 3 (11 a.m. MST, CBS)
The Saints started out 2-0 and were looking to be the real deal before dropping six straight. Bryce Young is back in as the QB as the Panthers may have some difficult decisions to make in the future.
Why the Saints will win:
The Panthers are a struggling team. Young has not been great this season – which explains his previous benching for Andy Dalton – and the Saints destroyed the Panthers in the first week of the season by almost 40 points. No matter how injured the Saints have been, it should be enough to take care of the Panthers. Derek Carr will also be making his first appearance since the loss to the Chiefs.
Why the Panthers will win:
The Saints look to be embracing the tank this season with six consecutive losses and the last three have not been close. Young is also potentially fighting for his job, the former No. 1 pick has not been good, to say the least, and needs to string together good performances. If Young can put together a solid game, the Panthers have a real shot.
Line: NO -7
Over/Under: 43.5
Los Angeles Chargers at Cleveland Browns
Sunday, Nov. 3 (11 a.m. MST, CBS)
The Browns seem to be rejuvenated with Jameis Winston as their starter as they took down the Ravens last week after losing five straight. The Chargers defense has been their saving grace as they have the best points per game average on defense in the NFL.
Why the Chargers will win:
As mentioned, the Chargers have the best points per game average on defense in the league at 13 points per game. The Browns offense, which struggled mightily under Deshuan Watson before his injury, still does not have the best playmakers. The Chargers offense seemed to find its stride last week scoring 26 points on the Saints.
Why the Browns will win:
The Browns defense is also very, very good. They gave up 24 points to the Ravens and the offense led the way with 29. If Winston truly has revitalized the Browns offense, they could be a trap game for any team. Running back Nick Chubb is healthy, Cedric Tillman looks to be a great receiving option, and Winston could be the Browns QB of the future.
Line: LAC: 1.5
Over/Under: 41.5
New England Patriots at Tennessee Titans
Sunday, Nov. 3 (11 a.m. MST, FOX)
It is a battle of the struggling teams. The Patriots stunned the Jets last week with Jacoby Brisset at the helm and the Titans benched Will Levis in a 52-14 loss to the Lions.
Why the Patriots will win:
No matter who starts for New England whether its Brissett or Drake Maye, the Patriots looked solid in their win versus the Jets. Rhomandre Stevenson reached the end zone twice and they didn't turn the ball over. The Patriots defense should be able to thwart any Titan offense.
Why the Titans will win:
After their embarrassing blow out against the Lions, the Titans may have an urge to put together a better offensive performance this week. Mason Rudolph may not be the answer, but he is still putting together better games than Levis.
Line: TEN -3.5
Over/Under: 37.5
Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers
Sunday, Nov. 3 (2:25 p.m. MST, FOX)
The Packers and Lions are some of the top teams in the NFC as the divisional rivals will face off in what is to be expected as one of the best games of the week.
Why the Lions will win:
The Lions offense is elite. As aforementioned, the Lions put up 52 points last week, 42 points on the Seahawks, and 47 on the Cowboys. The Packers have a good defense, but the Lions offense is amongst the best in the NFL. Jared Goff is playing at an MVP level and he has weapons at his disposal such as Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jamyr Gibbs, and Sam LaPorta.
Why the Packers will win:
Lambeau Field will be alive and well for the Packers as former Utah State Aggie Jordan Love looks to lead them to another playoff appearance. The Lions defense has shown its limitations at times and Love's strengths should be able to take advantage of them. The Lions defense are bottom five in yards allowed and a good offensive performance at home could take down Detroit.
Line: DET -2.5
Over/Under: 48.5
Los Angeles Rams at Seattle Seahawks
Sunday, Nov. 3 (2:25 p.m. MST, FOX)
NFC South foes will battle it out for what seems like a wide open divisional race as the Rams travel to Seattle.
Why the Rams will win:
Former BYU and Orem High star Puka Nacua returned last week after a knee injury he suffered in the first game of the year. After reaggravating it in practice this week, he is expected to play. When Cooper Kupp and Nacua play, it's hard to stop the Rams. Stafford has struggled without them but as long as he has his weapons, the Rams are tough.
Why the Seahawks will win:
The potential of Nacua not playing is interesting for Seattle. Kenneth Walker has had a solid start to the year and – most importantly – remained healthy. The Seahawks have had a tough schedule but find themselves at 4-4 despite that. Wideout DK Metcalf is also expected to play after his MCL sprain earlier this year.
Line: LAR -1
Over/Under: 48.5
