Broncos Expected to Dominate Commanders: Sunday Night Football Betting Tips
The Denver Broncos are set to face the Washington Commanders on Sunday Night Football, concluding the long holiday weekend. This matchup has significant implications as both teams head into the game under differing circumstances.
Denver Broncos’ Winning Streak
The Broncos are riding an impressive eight-game winning streak. Their recent success includes a victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 11, following a bye week. Despite their strong record, Denver has endured two close losses, with the combined margin being just four points.
Washington Commanders Struggling
Conversely, the Commanders are experiencing a challenging season. After reaching the NFC title game last year, they have lost their last six matchups. The team will also be missing quarterback Jayden Daniels for this game, compounding their difficulties.
Betting Odds and Predictions
Heading into Sunday night, the Broncos are favored by 6.5 points against the Commanders. The over/under for the game is set at 43.5 points. With their current form, Denver holds a 58.5% probability of securing a win, according to Football Power Index (FPI) metrics.
Key Player Performances
- Bo Nix is projected to have over 222.5 passing yards with 1.5 total touchdowns.
- Marcus Mariota has lower expectations with predictions of 192.5 yards and 0.5 touchdowns.
- RJ Harvey is favored to rush for over 51.5 yards, despite earlier challenges.
- Troy Franklin might exceed 45.5 receiving yards against a vulnerable Commanders secondary.
- Courtland Sutton could record over 48.5 receiving yards, showcasing his big-play capability.
Trends and Insights
Betting trends highlight Washington’s 1-7 record against the spread (ATS) as an underdog this season. They are also 0-6 ATS in their recent games and 1-5 ATS when facing teams with winning records. Denver, on the other hand, has seen their last four games fall under the total points, although they struggle against teams with losing records, holding a 1-4 ATS record in such matchups.
As the Broncos prepare to dominate the Commanders, fans and bettors alike are eager to see if Denver can continue their winning momentum in this crucial Sunday Night Football game.