NFL Week 6 prop party: Banking on tight ends to find the end zone
How does back-to-back 4-1 weeks on our favorite props sound? We've had a winning week on four of the five NFL Sundays. Don't gatekeep this. If you haven't shared this streak with the masses, what are you waiting for? Only two teams are on bye this week (Vikings, Texans), so there are plenty of player props and touchdown scorers to choose from. Here are our favorites.
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π Bet: Over 69.5 rushing yards
While some people thought RJ Harvey would eat into J.K. Dobbins' carries, that hasn't been the case. Dobbins is averaging 80.4 yards per game on 15.4 carries and has reached at least 76 rushing yards in each of his last four outings. The Broncos will continue to rely on him against the Jets' sixth-worst rushing defense in their London contest Sunday morning.
π Bet: Under 45.5 rushing yards
How can Mike Vrabel continue to trust Rhamondre Stevenson after fumbling three times in the last three games? The Patriots have slowly reduced his workload. Vrabel has been reluctant to make TreVeyon Henderson the full-time back, but the rookie should see increased opportunities with Stevenson struggling. The fifth-year back has rushed for 46 yards in only one of his five appearances this season.
π Bet: Over 237.5 passing yards
Sam Darnold has thrown for the seventh-most yards across the NFL and ranks third in completion percentage. The Seahawks have relied on his arm to carry their offense. Darnold has recorded at least 238 passing yards in three of his last four games, and Seattle has an advantageous matchup versus the Jaguars, who allow the sixth-most passing yards per contest.
π Bet: Over 263.5 passing yards
Matthew Stafford, who leads the NFL in passing yards and sits second in passing attempts, has thrown for at least 298 yards in three of his last four games and put up 375 yards each of the past two weeks. In short, the Rams pass the ball often, presenting a ton of opportunities for Stafford. But these numbers must dip eventually, right? Wrong. Not against the Ravens at least. Baltimore gives up the league's second-most passing yards per game.
π Bet: Over 49.5 receiving yards
Most people expected Zay Flowers' production to decrease without Lamar Jackson, but he surpassed 70 yards in Weeks 4 and 5. The injury-ravaged Ravens are constantly trailing their opponents, forcing them to throw frequently to mount a comeback. While Cooper Rush isn't a reliable quarterback, he trusts Flowers and should continue to target him frequently against the Rams' average pass defense.
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π Bet: Anytime TD (+185)
We hit on Sam LaPorta versus the Bengals last week, so we'll continue to attack this defense when they face great tight ends. Cincinnati has struggled mightily against the position, allowing the most targets and the third-most touchdowns. Kraft has been Jordan Love's go-to pass-catcher this season, racking up a team lead in targets (20), receptions (16), and receiving yards (225).
π Bet: Anytime TD (+165)
Warren has been spectacular and the Colts' best offensive weapon. The first-round rookie leads all tight ends in receiving yards through five games. He gets a favorable Week 6 matchup, facing a Cardinals defense that's surrendered the third-most targets and fourth-most catches to opposing tight ends.
π Bet: Anytime TD (+165)
Steelers fans must be pleased with the Metcalf trade so far. He's been as advertised, having caught a touchdown in three straight games. Cleveland just traded cornerback Greg Newsome, opening the door for its secondary to make some mistakes Sunday. The Browns' defense has also allowed the third-most touchdowns to opposing wideouts.
π Bet: Anytime TD (+325)
We finally saw Ridley break out this season. He brought in five receptions for 131 yards last week in Tennessee's first victory over the Arizona Cardinals. The Titans' top wideout has a great matchup ahead against a Raiders defense that allows the second-most receptions and the third-most yards to opposing wide receivers.
π Bet: Anytime TD (+325)
Our long shot of the week goes to Rams backup running back Blake Corum, who could see more carries after Kyren Williams' goal-line fumble in Week 5. Corum has one rushing touchdown on 24 carries this season and might soon earn Sean McVay's trust to shoulder more of the load. Baltimore has surrendered the fourth-most rushing yards and the third-most scores to opposing backs this season.
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