NFL Week 1 props: TD scorers, player totals for Sunday's slate
We gave out picks for every game on Sunday's slate. Now, it's time for our favorite player props and anytime touchdown scorers. Let's dive in.
🏈 Check out a full selection of props on ESPN BET and theScore Bet here
🏈 RJ Harvey over 34.5 rushing yards
The Titans allowed the seventh-most rushing yards last season, presenting a favorable matchup for the Broncos. Denver will implement a split backfield with Harvey and JK Dobbins, but Harvey has reportedly impressed enough to be an early down back in certain situations. His talent earned him a second-round selection at April's draft, and the Broncos should be prepared to use Harvey early and often - beginning in their opener.
🏈 Chris Olave under 4.5 receptions
Who is Olave supposed to catch passes from? Spencer Rattler will start under center with rookie Tyler Shough serving as the backup. The Saints have the NFL's worst quarterback room. That impacts the wide receivers, who can't accumulate catches from inaccurate and unreliable quarterbacks. New Orleans will struggle to move the ball throughout the game - and the entire season. Take Olave's under receptions instead of yards because he could break free for a large gain on a single catch.
🏈 Michael Penix Jr. over 234.5 passing yards
Penix eclipsed 235 passing yards in only one of his three starts last season, but the Falcons began to trust him down the stretch. He attempted 35 and 38 passes in his final two games, both of which went to overtime. Although it has one of the best running backs in the league with Bijan Robinson, Atlanta will still let Penix rip it, especially against the Bucs' putrid passing defense. Tampa Bay allowed the third-most passing yards in 2024. Penix's first opener as the starter should produce a high passing total.
🏈 Jordan Love over 4.5 rushing yards
Nagging injuries throughout the campaign severely hindered Love's ability to run last season. But don't forget how effective he can be with his legs as a dual-threat quarterback. He should return to running more willingly and frequently this year. Love rushed for at least 5 yards in 11 out of 17 games in 2023.
🏈 Malik Nabers over 76.5 receiving yards
Nabers cleared 77 receiving yards in his final three contests last season - and that was with incompetent quarterback play. Russell Wilson isn't an elite passer, but he's solid. Plus, the Giants should force-feed Nabers against a suspect Commanders secondary.
🏈 Check out a full selection of TD scorer props on ESPN BET and theScore Bet here
🙌 Kenneth Walker (+125)
These odds are too good to pass up. Walker had eight touchdowns in 11 contests last campaign, and all signs point to him getting a heavy workload to start the year. With Robert Saleh now leading San Francisco's defense as the new coordinator, the unit might need some time to find its rhythm. The 49ers also allowed the most rushing touchdowns to opposing running backs in 2024.
🙌 Tee Higgins (+135)
Higgins battled multiple injuries last year, but he was a touchdown machine in the games he played. The 26-year-old racked up 10 scores in 12 contests and will face a Browns secondary that surrendered the fourth-most touchdowns to opposing wide receivers in 2024. Higgins also found the end zone in both matchups against Cleveland last campaign.
🙌 Emeka Egbuka (+200)
The rookie has an excellent opportunity to shine in his first NFL game, as Atlanta gave up the most red-zone touches and touchdowns to opposing wide receivers last season. Egbuka, who Tampa Bay selected 19th overall in the 2025 draft, will start across from Mike Evans with Chris Godwin sidelined due to injury. He's projected to get a lot of targets in the Buccaneers' pass-happy offense.
🙌 Hunter Henry (+250)
Henry will be Maye's security blanket this season, and the veteran has earned the trust of his young quarterback. The 30-year-old led the team in targets (97), receptions (66), and receiving yards (674) in 2024. Henry has a great matchup out of the gate against the Raiders, as Las Vegas allowed the fourth-most red-zone targets and the second-most touchdowns to opposing tight ends last year.
🙌 Troy Franklin (+450)
Our swing of Week 1 is taking Franklin to find the end zone against the Titans. The second-year wideout is projected to have an increased role on Denver's offense, and he can absolutely fly and burn a shaky Tennessee secondary for a touchdown. The Oregon product is also coming off a great preseason, hauling in over 90 yards and two scores. We're all in on the Franklin hype to start.
US: Must be 21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER; Hope is here. Call (800)-327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org for 24/7 support (MA); Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY).
ON: Please play responsibly. 19+. ON only. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call ConnexOntario 24/7 at 1-866-531-2600. Text us at 247247 or chat with us at www.connexontario.ca.