As the NFL calendar flips to Week 10, the playoff picture is beginning to take shape. Contenders are separating from the pack, while others are fighting to keep their seasons alive. The Monday morning slate delivers a bit of everything. Check out our preview and betting tips for the key games in the Week 10 slate below.
NFL Week 10 Monday Betting Tips
Minnesota Vikings at Baltimore Ravens
5.00am (AEDT)
Minnesota return home as a 4-4 squad that recently snapped a two-game skid with a close 27-24 win over Detroit. The offensive tempo has improved under rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy and the defence showed renewed bite, sacking the opposing QB five times while rushing for nearly five yards per carry. Their inconsistent early season form remains a concern though.
Baltimore arrive at 3-5 after stumbling out of the gate but now back-to-back winners, including a dominant road 28-6 win over Miami. Lamar Jackson is fully healthy and the defence has regained its edge, making them a dangerous unit on the road.
I give the slight edge to the Ravens here, but I think the Vikings can absolutely keep this one close at home. Minnesota have shown plenty of fight this season, particularly in front of their own crowd, and their young offence has started to find some rhythm behind J.J. McCarthy’s improving decision-making and a strong running game.
Vikings +4.5
$1.90 (1.5 Units)
Los Angeles Rams at San Francisco 49ers
8.25am (AEDT)
Los Angeles head into this NFC West battle riding a 6-2 record, backed by three straight dominant wins. Their offence has fired on all cylinders and the addition of key weapons has elevated the unit. They appear to have regained a rhythm after an early hiccup.
San Francisco sit at 6-3 and remain dangerous, particularly at home where Levi’s Stadium offers a formidable environment. Their defence has remained disciplined despite injuries and they still pack enough offensive punch to threaten any opponent.
This is going to be a high-quality contest, but I lean the Rams to take it 28-26. The 49ers will match them in effort and execution, especially early, but Los Angeles’ offensive momentum and recent form give them the narrow edge in this divisional tussle.
Over 49.5
$1.90 (2 Units)
Pittsburgh Steelers at Los Angeles Chargers
12.20pm (AEDT)
Los Angeles host Sunday Night Football as a 6-3 team with one of the more explosive offensive arsenals in the league. Their passing game led by Justin Herbert and Quentin Johnston is capable of creating big plays, and the home advantage at SoFi Stadium cannot be understated.
Pittsburgh at 5-3 have earned respect through disciplined defence and opportunistic play. Their road form is solid and the experience of the roster gives them a chance, but facing a high-powered Chargers offence in a hostile environment is a steep ask.
The Chargers win 26-22. Pittsburgh will hang around, make this physical and challenging, but the Chargers’ explosive offensive potential and home platform should be enough to tip the balance late.
Chargers -2.5
$1.90 (2 Units)
Other Tips
Falcons at Colts - Over 48.5 ($1.88 at Dabble)
Jaguars at Texans - Jaguars -1.5 ($1.88 at Dabble)
Giants at Bears - Bears -4.5 ($1.91 at Dabble)
Browns at Jets - Under 37.5 ($1.91 at Dabble)
Saints at Panthers - Over 38.5 ($1.90 at Dabble)
Bills at Dolphins - Bills -9.5 ($1.91 at Dabble)
Patriots at Buccaneers - Patriots +2.5 ($1.89 at Dabble)
Cardinals at Seahawks - Over 44.5 ($1.88 at Dabble)
Lions at Commanders - Over 48.5 ($1.89 at Dabble)
