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NFC Championship Preview Sunday, January 18th, 3:00PM Eastern
Philadelphia Eagles (11-6-1) at Arizona Cardinals (11-7)
Bookmaker.com betting line – Philadelphia -3.5, 47 O/U
The NFC Championship will host two unlikely opponents when the number 6 seeded Philadelphia Eagles travel to Phoenix to take on the number 5 seeded Arizona Cardinals. The game marks the first home playoff game for the Cardinals since 1947 and will give them the opportunity to earn their first ever Super Bowl trip. The game marks a re-match from week 13 when the Eagles trampled the Cardinals 48-20. In that game, running back Michael Westbrook ran wild against Arizona tying a team record 4 touchdowns. Westbrook and the Eagles will look for a repeat performance, but the Arizona Cardinals are playing much better at this point in the season.
Arizona is led by veteran QB Kurt Warner. Warner averaged the 2nd most yardage through the air this season with 292 yards per game of passing. Leading the receiving core that will get a lot of balls thrown their way is star playmakers Larry Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin. Boldin missed last week with a pulled hamstring and indicates he will play this Sunday in the NFC Title Game. Fitzgerald has a big game against the Panthers catching 8 balls for 166 yards and a score. These two receivers will be a crucial part of the Arizona offense as they attempt to break down the Eagles secondary. Boldin and Fitzgerald have combined for 23 touchdowns this season and they will be looking to add a few more this weekend.
Philadelphia has come out of nowhere to not only make the playoffs, but to be playing in the NFC Championship. The Eagles have won 6 of their last 7 games and both sides of the ball seem to be playing very well. The Philadelphia defense has been solid all season long. The Eagles defense ranks 3rd overall in the league holding opponents to 18 points and 274 yards of total offense for the season. The Eagles defense was playing well when Philadelphia was struggling. However, the emergence of the Philadelphia offense has the Eagles flying to new heights. During their impressive 7 game stretch, Philadelphia has averaged nearly 30 points per game. QB Donovan McNabb is playing the best he has all season and Michael Westbrook presents the big play capability. Keep an eye on these two guys because the Philadelphia offense may have to make some big plays if the Arizona offense keeps up their stellar play.
What to watch…
The Philadelphia ground game will be extremely crucial in this game. Westbrook ran for 110 yards in the last meeting and keep the Arizona offense off the field. In that game, the Eagles controlled the time of possession 39:33 to 20:27. The Cardinals must stand strong against the Philadelphia running game and allow the potent offense the opportunity to score points.
Betting Trends…
Philadelphia has reached the under total in 4 of their last 6 games and on an impressive run against the books with a mark of 12-4 ATS. Arizona is 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games at home and have reached the over total in 4 of their last 5 games.
Pick – Defenses are playing well and lots of times defenses take control early in big games. Consider the under 47.
Tags: Arizona Cardinals, football, NFC Championship Preview, nfl, Philadelphia Eagles, sports
NFL Playoff Preview
Philadelphia Eagles (10-6-1) at New York Giants (12-4)
Sunday, 1:00PM Eastern
Bookmaker.com betting line – New York -4, 40 O/U
Two NFC East rivals are scheduled to battle for the 3rd time this season when the Philadelphia Eagles travel to take on the New York Giants. Both earlier match-ups were decided by less than a touchdown with each time scoring a victory once. However, this game will be much bigger than the previous two battles considering the winner this time will move on to play in the NFC Championship. The Giants were the class of the NFC all season, but face the challenge to hold off a dangerously hot Philadelphia team who has really come on strong in the late part of the year.
New York struggled through the month of December losing 3 of their last 4 games. The Giants offense has really lost their early season form and has struggled to produce points in recent weeks. The Giants own the 3rd best scoring offense in the NFL at 26 points per game. However, New York only averaged 18 points in their final 4 games and it is imperative they get the offense back to top form. The Giants have two running backs that have eclipsed the 1,000 yard barrier on the season in Derrick Ward and Brandon Jacobs. The Giants strong running game will battle a strong defensive front from the Philadelphia Eagles this season. The Giants running game will need to come up big considering the passing game has been missing in action the latter part of the season. QB Eli Manning highest game total is 191 yards of passing in his last 4 games. The Giants need Manning to be more effective this weekend in a huge rivalry game.
Philadelphia has played as well as anyone in the NFC the 2nd half of the season. The Eagles defense has simply been outstanding in recent weeks. The Philadelphia defense has held teams to a staggering 10.8 points per game in their last 5 outings against some really quality teams. QB Donovan McNabb has got the offense rolling again overcoming some mid-season turmoil that had the offense under the microscope. McNabb threw for 300 yards last week against the Vikings in the Wildcard Playoff Game and he will need another big performance this Sunday. Also running back Michael Westbrook will be a player to keep an eye on for the Eagles. Westbrook has big play capability and could be a difference maker this weekend.
What to watch for…
The Giants offense against the Philadelphia defense will be fun to watch. The Eagles defense has to be prepared to stop the run and most-likely will do so especially early in the game. The Giants will need Eli Manning and the struggling passing attack to add some key support. The Giants passing game will be the deciding factor in an anticipated defensive battle.
Pick – NY Giants
Tags: Divisional Playoffs, football, New York Giants, nfl, Philadelphia Eagles, sports
NFL Playoff Preview
Philadelphia Eagles (9-6-1) at Minnesota Vikings (10-6)
Sunday, 4:30PM Eastern
Bookmaker.com betting line – Philadelphia -3, 42 O/U
The Philadelphia Eagles won 4 of their last 5 games to surge into the playoffs capping off the season with a huge 44-6 blowout over the Dallas Cowboys. The Eagles captured the final wildcard spot in the NFC and travel to the Metrodome to battle the Vikings. Minnesota captured a big win over the defending Super Bowl Champion New York Giants in week 17 to seal the NFC North. The Vikings have also played well towards the end of the year winning 5 of their last 6 games down the stretch. Minnesota and Philadelphia are both playing their best football at this point in the season and this game has the makings for a classic battle.
Philadelphia has been striving ever since QB Donovan Mcnabb was pulled out of the game against the Baltimore Ravens. Since, Mcnabb has had a chip on his shoulder with something to prove leading the Eagles to an offensive breakout averaging 30 points in their last 5 games. The Eagles defense has also responded fabulously to the emerging offense. The Eagles defense has not allowed an opponent to score more than 14 points in their last 4 games. That is big accomplishments considering those games were from high power offenses like New York and Dallas. The Eagles have allowed an incredible 8.25 points per game in their last month of football. A big statistic heading into this game to consider is the play of the Philadelphia rush defense. The Eagles will take on one of the best rushing offenses in the NFL and the league’s leading rusher Adrian Peterson. However, Philadelphia sports the 4th best rush defense in the NFL only allowing 92 yards per game this season. The Eagles defense will have to stand strong again this Sunday to maintain the Minnesota ground game.
Minnesota has had an emergence on offense as well late in the season. The Vikings averaged 22 points per game this season and nearly 27 points in their last 6 games. Minnesota has found success through the big performances behind running back Adrian Peterson. Peterson is the NFL’s leading rushing racking up 1,760 yards this season. Peterson has also added 10 touchdowns this season becoming one of the best looking backs in the NFL despite this only being his 2nd season. Minnesota will need their defense to play a supporting cast this Sunday to slow down the Eagles balanced offense. Minnesota has been very strong against the run this season allowing an NFL best 77 yards per game. However, Minnesota has been subject to give up some big plays through the air on defense. The Vikings must not give up any big plays from Eagles QB Donovan McNabb this Sunday and control the ground for a chance to continue on in the playoffs.
What to watch for…
The Vikings ground game vs. the Eagles passing game will be the difference maker. I expect both these offensive sides to have success, but one will break through likely deciding who wins this game. Philadelphia opened a lot of eyes with their blowout over the Cowboys last week and the betting lines are favoring them in this game. The Eagles will get the chance to prove they are a team to be reckoned with when they get the Vikings in the Wildcard Round.
Betting Trends…
The Vikings have lost 3 of their last 4 games ATS and are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games at home. Minnesota has reached the under total in 3 of their last 4 games as well. Philadelphia on the other hand is 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games and a strong 10-4 ATS in their last 14 games on the road. The total has also gone on the under in 4 of the Eagles’ last 5 games.
The last time these two teams met was all the way back in the 2004 season when the Eagles defeated the Vikings twice, once in the regular season and once in the 2nd round of the playoffs.
Pick – Eagles are poised to make a deep run and I think they will be around longer than one week. Take Philadelphia -3
Tags: football, Minnesota Vikings, nfl, Philadelphia Eagles, sports
NFL Betting Preview
Dallas Cowboys (9-6) at Philadelphia Eagles (8-6-1)
Sunday, 4:15PM Eastern
Betting Line – Bookmaker.com – Eagles -1.5, over/under 42.5
The final game of the regular season takes place this Sunday with a classic NFC East battle for playoff hopes. Week 17 promises to hold a number of exciting games with teams battling for postseason positions with the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles game being no different. Despite a loss last week, Dallas is still one win away from sealing a playoff birth. Philadelphia actually controlled their own destiny a week ago, but a loss to the Redskins ruined the majority of their chances. The Eagles still have a chance even though they will need a bunch of help. Still this NFC East battle has always hosted great games and this match-up should be another great battle.
Philadelphia stumbled last week in their 10-3 loss to the Redskins. The Eagles now will have to beat the Cowboys and hope for Chicago and Tampa Bay to both lose. While that may seem far fetched, this NFL season has proven that anything can happen. The Eagles have won 3 of their last 4 games with big help from an emerging offense. Philadelphia sports one of the better defenses in the NFL and they will be facing a very talented Cowboys offensive attack. On the season, the Eagles rank 3rd in the league in total defense holding teams to 272 yards per game. Philadelphia also host a 2nd ranked secondary that has only allowed 180 yards per game. The Eagles secondary will face a big challenge when Tony Romo and company come rolling into town. Philadelphia will look to capture a big victory at home and pray for some help in order to make the postseason.
The Cowboys elite offense has mellowed down a little towards the end of the season. However, the Dallas defense has played very well in the last few weeks. Before last week’s meltdown to the Ravens, the Dallas defense had held teams to only 13.8 points per game. QB Tony Romo has been rock solid this season racking up 3,265 yards and 26 touchdowns despite nearly missing a month of football. Wide receivers Jason Witten and Terrell Owens both have over 900 receiving yards this season and have totaled 14 touchdowns between the two. The Cowboys offense will look to move the ball through the air against a tough Eagles secondary. Dallas must win this game to make the playoffs because a loss would officially eliminate them from postseason play.
What to watch for…
The Cowboys beat the Eagles 41-37 earlier this season in an offensive shootout. This match-up will be considerably different. Look for the defenses to control the game. Eagles’ running back Brian Westbrook had a total of 3 touchdowns in that game and the Cowboys must find a way to contain him this time around. The running game will also be key for the Cowboys. If running back Marion Barber can have a big performance, the Cowboys should fair well.
Betting Trends…
Dallas is 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games, but has only gone 1-4 ATS on the road in their last 5 games. The Cowboys have found the under total in 4 of their last 6 games as well. Philadelphia is 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games. The Eagles have also gone on the under total in 6 of their last 9 games. Philadelphia is also 4-1 ATS against the Cowboys in their last 5 games in this rivalry.
Pick – In cold weather this match-up has favored the under strongly in recent years. Expect a defensive game. Take the under 42.5
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NFL Betting Preview SBG Global Opening Line: Eagles - 14 , Total 38.5 The Philadelphia Eagles are expected to continue their playoff push as they host the Cleveland Browns on Monday Night Football. The Eagles proved last week in their win against the Giants that they are still playoff contenders. “Anything can happen in the NFL, so you just have to make sure that you take care of your business and you can’t worry about really anything else,” head coach Andy Reid said. SBG Global reports that early NFL betting has the public taking Eagles at Home. The Eagles are not expected to be challenged by a Cleveland team that is already looking for a new coach as Romeo Crennel is expected to be let go at the end of the season. “I can’t be worried about that,” Crennel said, “Rumors and stories, they’re going to be out there. When you lose, that’s what happens. Not only for me but for other people in the league.” The Browns have averaged only 7 points on offense the last three games and that total doesn’t look to get any better against a tough Eagles defense. Third string quarterback Ken Dorsey gets another start this week and he can’t be much worse than he was a week ago in a 28-9 loss to Tennessee. Philadelphia has looked like a different team since Brian Westbrook got healthy. He had 22 carries for 110 yards two weeks ago and a career-high 33 times for 131 yards against the Giants last week. “We’re in a position now where we have to win them all,” Westbrook said. “We’re going to take them one week at a time but we have to win them all to get into the playoffs.” The Cleveland run defense ranks 28th in the league so Westbrook could have another huge day. Here are the NFL betting stats for Monday’s game. The Browns are 5-1-1 ATS in their last 7 games as an underdog. The Browns are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 road games. The Browns are 1-4-1 ATS in their last 6 games overall. The Eagles are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 Monday games. The Eagles are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games following a win. SBG Global Current Line: Eagles - 14 , Total 39 The Under is 7-1 in the Browns last 8 games in December. The Under is 12-5 in the Browns last 17 games on grass. The Under is 13-6 in the Browns last 19 games overall. The Under is 4-1 in the Eagles last 5 games in December. The Under is 23-7-3 in the Eagles last 33 games as a home favorite. The Under is 13-6-2 in the Eagles last 21 Monday games. Pick: Under 3 out of 4 units
Cleveland Browns (4-9) at Philadelphia Eagles (7-5-1)
Monday, 8:35 pm Eastern – ESPN
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NFL Betting Preview SBG Global Opening Line: Eagles - 3 , Total 46.5 The Philadelphia Eagles will try and save their season as they host the Arizona Cardinals on Thanksgiving night. Philadelphia is in desperate need of a victory if they hope to stay in the playoff race but it won’t be easy as they host Kurt Warner and the Arizona Cardinals. The Eagles have played very poorly in recent weeks, especially quarterback Donovan McNabb who was benched last week for the first time in his career. McNabb will get the start though on Thursday. “As I sit here right now, he’s my starting quarterback,” head coach Andy Reid said, “I need to coach better. Donovan needs to play better and the guys around Donovan need to play better.” SBG Global reports that early NFL betting has the public taking Cardinals on the Road. McNabb has committed seven turnovers in his last six quarters of play. “What I have to do is just make sure that I kinda do the right things coming into Thursday’s game playing against a tough Arizona team.” McNabb said, “Take care of the football, get us in great position to score points.” Philadelphia will have to score points if they expect to stay close to an Arizona team that is scoring on a regular basis. Kurt Warner leads the NFC with a 102.4 passer rating. He has thrown for more than 300 yards in five straight games. Warner is not thrilled about having to play on the East Coast considering teams taking the cross-country trip this season are 0-14 straight up. “I’d always rather play at Sunday noon, certainly no Thanksgiving at 8. That definitely wouldn’t be my chosen time,” Warner said, “but this is kind of one of those novelty things that’s always fun. You know everybody’s sitting back watching.” Here are the NFL betting stats for Thursday’s game. The Cardinals are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games overall. The Cardinals are 15-7 ATS in their last 22 games on grass. The Cardinals are 2-6 ATS in the last 8 meetings against Philadelphia. The Eagles are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 vs. the NFC. The Eagles are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games on grass. The favorite is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings between the two teams. SBG Global Current Line: Eagles - 3 , Total 46.5 The Over is 18-6 in the Cardinals last 24 games on grass. The Over is 24-9 in the Cardinals last 33 games overall. The Over is 36-15 in the Cardinals last 51 road games. The Under is 6-1 in the Eagles last 7 home games. The Over is 6-2 in the last 8 meetings between the two teams. Pick: Cardinals 4 out of 5 units
Arizona Cardinals (7-4) at Philadelphia Eagles (5-5-1)
Thursday, 8:15 pm Eastern – NFL Network
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NFL Betting Preview SBG Global Opening Line: Eagles - 3 , Total 43 The New York Giants could put some serious distance between themselves and the Philadelphia Eagles with a win on Sunday night. The Giants have looked every bit the part of Super Bowl champs this season going 7-1 but they get a tough test on Sunday at Philadelphia. The Eagles are considered serious playoff contenders and are actually favored against the Giants in this game. SBG Global reports that early NFL betting has the public taking Eagles at Home. The Giants have been helped by a fairly easy schedule so far this season but in the NFL a win is a win. “We are trying to improve every week. We have a lot of drive in us,” quarterback Eli Manning said. “We know that we have a tough road ahead of us and it is matter of we have to keep playing at a high level.” Count Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid as a believer in the Giants. “I think they are as good as they’ve ever been,” Reid said, “They are playing very well as a team both offensively and defensively” The Giants have won three of their last four visits to Philadelphia with the only loss coming in the 2007 playoff game. “Philly is my favorite road stadium because the fans absolutely hate everybody that moves in an opponent’s jersey,” New York defensive end Justin Tuck said. “I kind of like being hated.” Here are the NFL betting stats for Sunday’s game. The Giants are 10-2 ATS in their last 12 games on grass. The Giants are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 vs. the NFC East. The Giants are 20-6 ATS in their last 26 games overall. The Giants are 19-7 ATS in their last 26 road games. The Giants are 17-35-2 ATS in their last 54 games in November. The Giants are 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings between the two teams. The road team is 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings and the underdog is 6-0 ATS in the last 6 meetings. The Eagles are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games in November. The Eagles are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 vs. the NFC. The Eagles are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games overall. SBG Global Current Line: Eagles - 3 , Total 43 The Under is 4-1 in the Giants last 5 vs. the NFC East. The Over is 4-1 in the Giants last 5 games in November. The Over is 5-2 in the Giants last 7 games overall. The Under is 10-4 in the Giants last 14 road games. The Under is 6-0 in the Eagles last 6 home games. The Under is 15-6 in the Eagles last 21 games on grass. The Under is 7-3 in the Eagles last 10 vs. the NFC East. Pick: Giants 3 out of 5 units
New York Giants (7-1) at Philadelphia Eagles (5-3)
Sunday, 8:20 pm Eastern – NBC
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NFL Betting Preview SBG Global Opening Line: Eagles – 5.5 , Total 43 The Washington Redskins were the overlooked team in the NFC East before the season began but after last week’s upset win over Dallas, they are starting to get respect. If they can win another road game in the division they would really establish themselves as serious playoff contenders. “All four teams are solid teams, and it’s still anybody’s division,” Washington head coach Jim Zorn said. “Our goals are still ahead of us, and we made that so by beating Dallas in Dallas.” SBG Global reports that early NFL betting has the public taking Redskins on the Road. The Redskins have scored at least 24 points in their last three games and quarterback Jason Campbell has looked much better than a year ago. “Everybody has to look at the Redskins in a different light now,” running back Ladell Betts said. “This is a great team. We can beat anybody. We can play with anybody.” They will get a serious test on Sunday from the Eagles although they could get a break as running back Brian Westbrook is questionable for Philadelphia. “The injury is another week older, another week of rehab for me,” Westbrook said. “By the time Sunday comes around, I’m definitely more optimistic than I was last week.” Washington and Philadelphia have split their last six meetings. Last year the Redskins won 20-12 in Philadelphia. Here are more NFL betting stats for Sunday’s game. The Redskins are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 vs. the NFC East. The Redskins are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games overall. The Redskins are 1-5-1 ATS in their last 7 games in October. The Eagles are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 vs. the NFC. The Eagles are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games overall. SBG Global Current Line: Eagles – 6 , Total 42.5 The Over is 10-4 in the Redskins last 14 games in October. The Under is 4-0 in the Eagles last 4 home games. The Over is 4-1 in the Eagles last 5 games in Week 5. The Under is 13-5 in the Eagles last 18 games on grass. The Under is 10-4 in the Eagles last 14 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. The Over is 7-3 in the Eagles last 10 vs. the NFC. The Under is 6-2-1 in the last 9 meetings between the two teams. Pick: Skins 2 out of 5 units
Washington Redskins (3-1) at Philadelphia Eagles (2-2)
Sunday, 1:00 pm Eastern – FOX
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Philadelphia Eagles (2-1) at Chicago Bears (1-2)
Sunday, 8:15 pm Eastern – NBC
SBG Global Opening Line: Eagles - 3 , Total 43
The NBC game on Sunday night has the 1-2 Chicago Bears hosting the 2-1 Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles come into the game banged up but quarterback Donovan McNabb and running back Brian Westbrook are both expected to play. Westbrook missed much of last week’s game and it showed as the Eagles only scored 15 points in their win over Pittsburgh. SBG Global reports that early NFL betting has the public taking Eagles on the Road.
The Bears have blown double-digit leads in losing their last two games.
“It’s frustrating, but also there are positives in that you see the potential that we have,” defensive tackle Tommie Harris said, “We’re not just getting blown out. sThe Bears defense is allowing only 71.3 yards per game and 3.4 yards per carry. The Eagles defense is even better against the run holding teams to 45.7 rushing yards per game.
Here are the NFL betting stats for Sunday’s game. The Eagles are 7-0 ATS in their last 7 road games. The Eagles are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 vs. the NFC. The Eagles are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games overall. The Eagles are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games in Week 4. The Eagles are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games in September. The road team is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings between the two teams.
SBG Global Current Line: Eagles - 3 , Total 40
The Bears are 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games overall. The Bears are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 home games. The Bears are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games in Week 4. The Bears are 1-6-1 ATS in their last 8 games in September. The underdog is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings between the two teams.
The Over is 5-1 in the Eagles last 6 road games. The Under is 5-2 in the Eagles last 7 games in September. The Under is 5-2 in the Eagles last 7 games overall.
The Over is 20-6-1 in the Bears last 27 vs. the NFC. The Over is 16-5 in the Bears last 21 home games. The Under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings between the two teams.
Pick: Eagles -3 3units out of 5 units
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Philadelphia Eagles (2-1) at Chicago Bears (1-2) SBG Global Opening Line: Eagles - 3 , Total 43 The NBC game on Sunday night has the 1-2 Chicago Bears hosting the 2-1 Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles come into the game banged up but quarterback Donovan McNabb and running back Brian Westbrook are both expected to play. Westbrook missed much of last week’s game and it showed as the Eagles only scored 15 points in their win over Pittsburgh. SBG Global reports that early NFL betting has the public taking Eagles on the Road. The Bears have blown double-digit leads in losing their last two games. “It’s frustrating, but also there are positives in that you see the potential that we have,” defensive tackle Tommie Harris said, “We’re not just getting blown out. sThe Bears defense is allowing only 71.3 yards per game and 3.4 yards per carry. The Eagles defense is even better against the run holding teams to 45.7 rushing yards per game. Here are the NFL betting stats for Sunday’s game. The Eagles are 7-0 ATS in their last 7 road games. The Eagles are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 vs. the NFC. The Eagles are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games overall. The Eagles are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games in Week 4. The Eagles are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games in September. The road team is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings between the two teams. The Bears are 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games overall. The Bears are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 home games. The Bears are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games in Week 4. The Bears are 1-6-1 ATS in their last 8 games in September. The underdog is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings between the two teams. The Over is 5-1 in the Eagles last 6 road games. The Under is 5-2 in the Eagles last 7 games in September. The Under is 5-2 in the Eagles last 7 games overall. The Over is 20-6-1 in the Bears last 27 vs. the NFC. The Over is 16-5 in the Bears last 21 home games. The Under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings between the two teams.
Pick: Eagles -3 3units out of 5 units
Sunday, 8:15 pm Eastern – NBC
SBG Global Current Line: Eagles - 3 , Total 40
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Pittsburgh Steelers at Philadelphia Eagles SBG Global Opening Line: Eagles - 3 , Total 45 The marquee game on Sunday afternoon in the NFL has the Philadelphia Eagles hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers. The battle of Pennsylvania should be an excellent one as the unbeaten Steelers face the 1-1 Eagles. Philadelphia looked good last week but couldn’t get enough defensive stops to get the win against Dallas while Pittsburgh just got by Cleveland. The Steelers have concerns over quarterback Ben Roethlisberger who has a sprained shoulder although “Big Ben” has been exceptional so far this season, ranking as the NFL’s highest rated passer through the first two weeks. SBG Global reports that early NFL betting has the public taking Eagles at Home. The good news for Pittsburgh is that Willie Parker has gone over 100 yards in each of his first two games and he takes the pressure off of Roethlisberger. On the other side of the ball the Eagles are getting great play out of quarterback Donovan McNabb. He is 46-for-70 for 642 yards, and has thrown four touchdowns this season. Many of those passes have gone to rookie DeSean Jackson who is the second player in NFL history to go over 100 yards receiving in his first two games. Even though Pittsburgh and Philadelphia are in the same state they have not met at Philadelphia since 1997. Pittsburgh has not won at Philadelphia since 1965, losing seven straight. Here are more NFL betting stats for Sunday’s game. The Steelers are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 road games. SBG Global Current Line: Eagles - 3 , Total 44.5 The Eagles are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games in Week 3. The Eagles are 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games when playing on Sunday following a Monday night game. The Eagles are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games overall. The Eagles are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 home games. The Over is 5-1 in the Steelers last 6 games overall. The Over is 6-0-1 in the Eagles last 7 games when playing on Sunday following a Monday night game. The Under is 4-1 in the Eagles last 5 games on grass. The Under is 4-1 in the Eagles last 5 home games. The Over is 20-7-2 in the Eagles last 29 vs. a team with a winning record. The Under is 9-4 in the Eagles last 13 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Pick Over 2 out of 5 units
Sunday, 4:15 pm Eastern – CBS
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