Introduction

As the NFL Season progresses into Week 7, bettors are finding success with underdogs. Following a trend from Week 5, nine underdogs covered the spread last week, prompting sports analysts to weigh in on the home underdog teams for the upcoming slate.

Expert Predictions

Bleacher Report's expert panel, including Gary Davenport, Brad Gagnon, Kris Knox, Moe Moton, Brent Sobleski, Ian Hanford, and Wes O'Donnell, had a mixed performance last week with most hovering around a .500 record. Hanford and Moton shined with 9-6 records, while Gagnon gained momentum with a successful lone-wolf pick of the Atlanta Falcons.

For the upcoming games, the panel is unanimous in supporting a struggling team facing a winning record club fresh from a bye week. Notably, eight of the 15 games have point spreads of a field goal or less, promising another exciting week of unpredictable finishes.

ATS Standings and Analysis

Here are the current standings against the spread (ATS):

• 1. Moton: 50-43
• T-2. Hanford: 48-45
• T-2. Knox: 48-45
• T-4. O'Donnell: 46-47
• T-4. Sobleski: 46-47
• 6. Gagnon: 44-49
• 7. Davenport: 43-50

Key Matchups

• Steelers vs. Bengals: Steelers favored by (-5.5). While some analysts see this as a trap game for Pittsburgh, Knox believes the Steelers will secure a touchdown victory.
• Rams vs. Jaguars: Rams (-3). Gagnon sees Jacksonville winning, citing the Rams' injury woes.
• Patriots vs. Titans: Patriots (-7). Moton backs New England while O'Donnell favors Tennessee's chances after a coaching change.
• Eagles vs. Vikings: Eagles (-2.5). Analysts expect Philadelphia to take advantage of a weakened Vikings team.
• Chargers vs. Colts: Chargers (-1.5). Davenport thinks Herbert's experience will lead to a close victory.

Conclusion

As the games unfold, bettors are told to stay vigilant as Week 7 approaches, given the trends of tight point spreads and the potential for underdogs to shine once more. Check out DraftKings for the latest odds and betting trends.