Primetime NFL games bring in the numbers -- and the bets. In an attempt to boost gamer bankrolls, this only occasionally profitable bettor will attempt to stack greenbacks under the lights. As always, fade or follow -- that’s up to you.
The Pick: TreVeyon Henderson OVER 76.5 rush yards vs. Jets (-110, BetMGM
In the bustling city you call ‘home,’ you walk down a random nearby street outside your apartment. A familiar kid from around the corner approaches and asks, “Hey, you want to see a dead body?” Curious and somewhat aghast, you reluctantly follow him to the scene.
There, slumped over in broad daylight near a back-alley dumpster, isn’t a lifeless body, but rather a mannequin adorning an Aaron Rodgers Jets jersey. Next to it, lies a box with of other notable Jets QB failures emblazoned on uniform backs -- Tebow, Darnold, Sanchez and the easily forgettable Browning Nagle .
As a devoted Jets fan, the horror witnessed jolts your inner core. You shield the adolescent’s eyes in an attempt to protect him from further psychological damage. …
Among the position’s abject failures, Justin Fields is rising up the ranks. Aaron Glenn’s team is an utter abomination in every way, shape and form. WIth two wins in nine tries, New York is fighting with the Titans, Browns, Raiders, Saints and that other NYC football franchise for No. 1 overall pick honors. Whether via functional eyes, superficial data or advanced numbers, the Single-Engine Cessnas are best summed in a word -- pathetic.
And, of course, we fortunate NFL fans are ‘rewarded’ with them in an island matchup against the 8-2 Patriots in Foxboro.
What NetFlix docuseries we should binge instead?
For those who choose to endure what will surely be a torturous three-plus hours of viewing, betting on something, anything is required.
This wagerer -- in a desperate need to be entertained -- has his eyes on a specific market.
Henderson has finally arrived. Last week, the former Buckeye brutalized Vita Vea and the Buccaneers, busting out for 147 rush yards and two touchdowns on 14 carries. Most impressively, he’s booked at least 55 ground yards in three straight, accumulating a ridiculous 6.39 yards after contact per attempt and forcing eight missed tackles over the span.
This go round, the rushing rocket should blast off against a sorrowful NYJ front. This season, the Puddle Jumpers are No. 26 in rush EPA defense, allowing 4.24 yards per carry, 124.2 total yards per game and nine combined TDs to RBs. Post Quinnen-Williams-to-Dallas deal, not a single Jets defender ranks top 40 in run stops this year on Pro Football Focus. Gashable.
Rhamondre Stevenson (toe) and Terrell Jennings (knee) are both banged up. It’s unknown how much they will contribute, if anything, given the short week. As a result, Henderson’s hot hand shouldn’t cool.
As the old adage says, “Patience is a companion for wisdom.” Those who exercised it with Henderson are finally reaping the rewards.
As for Jets fans, find something more productive starting at 8 PM ET Thursday.
NO CONTEXT PARLAY PLAY: SGP - Patriots -6.5, Drake Maye 2+ pass TDs, Breece Hall 10+ receiving yards, Mack Hollins 10+ receiving yards (+195, ESPN Bet)