How to bet Washington at Philadelphia
NFL VEGAS EXPERTS
ESPN INSIDER
10/23/17
ESPN Chalk's NFL Vegas experts (Phil Steele, Warren Sharp, Erin Rynning and Mike Clay) are here to provide analysis and best bets for Monday night's tilt between the Washington Redskins and Philadelphia Eagles. John Parolin of ESPN Stats & Information breaks down the best prop bet.
Note: Odds courtesy of the Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook as of Sunday afternoon.
Washington Redskins at Philadelphia Eagles (-4.5)
Total: 49
PickCenter public consensus pick: 52 percent on Philadelphia
Phil Steele
The Redskins held off a late charge from the 49ers a week ago, while the Eagles come in with extra rest following a Thursday night victory over the Panthers. In their Week 1 meeting in Landover, Philadelphia had a 356-264 yardage edge in their 13-point victory. Despite Washington's solid 20-8 ATS mark as a division away 'dog since the start of 2007, the Eagles are arguably one of the league's best so far in 2017, with their only defeat coming against the Chiefs at Arrowhead.
ATS pick: Lean on Philadelphia
Erin Rynning
The Eagles have looked like a well-rounded outfit during their 5-1 start, but they still have a weakness in the secondary. That could be an issue against the Redskins' fine pass offense that has built chemistry since the first meeting between these teams. The Redskins will be down two key defenders without Jonathan Allen on the defensive line, while All-Pro Josh Norman will miss in the secondary. The thought process would have been over the total, but the value in the number is vacant.
ATS pick: Pass
Warren Sharp
Washington's Week 1 game against the Eagles was far closer than the final score indicates. And since that time, the Redskins' defense has taken extremely good strides, ranking as a top-10 defense in efficiency. Washington arguably could have delivered the Chiefs' first loss back in Week 4 but for some inefficient clock management, and they already defeated the Rams and Raiders.
A big key to this game will be the return of Rob Kelley for the Redskins, because the Eagles have not faced a decent run offense since Week 2. They have faced four teams that rank in the bottom third of rushing offense -- the Giants, Chargers, Cardinals and Panthers. If the Redskins can bring an element of run game to balance out the attack against the Eagles in a way that most teams have not been able to deliver, they should keep this game competitive throughout. Keep an eye on the defensive injuries for both teams.
ATS pick: Lean on Washington
Mike Clay
ATS pick: Philadelphia 25, Washington 20
Prediction: Under 48.5
Parolin's prop bets
1.5 passing touchdowns by Carson Wentz (Over -160, Under +140)
Carson Wentz has thrown seven touchdowns over the past two games against the respectable Cardinals and Panthers defenses, and he's thrown multiple touchdown passes in four of his six games. His opponent has only conceded six touchdown passes in five games this season, but Wentz was the quarterback with multiple touchdowns in the lone exception. Another consideration is the health of Washington's secondary: Cornerback Bashaud Breeland (knee) is unlikely to play, and Norman (ribs) is out. First-round rookie defensive lineman Allen was placed on injured reserve as well, leaving Washington in need of reinforcements.
Wentz has been productive throwing to tight ends this season, leading the league in both completions (42) and touchdowns (five) to tight ends. Travis Kelce and Jared Cook scored on the Redskins earlier this year, and there aren't tight ends more dangerous than Zach Ertz this season, who leads all tight ends in targets, catches, yards and touchdowns. Between Ertz's prowess and Alshon Jeffery, Nelson Agholor and Torrey Smith against a banged-up secondary, expect Wentz to put up numbers again.
The play: Over
NFL VEGAS EXPERTS
ESPN INSIDER
10/23/17
ESPN Chalk's NFL Vegas experts (Phil Steele, Warren Sharp, Erin Rynning and Mike Clay) are here to provide analysis and best bets for Monday night's tilt between the Washington Redskins and Philadelphia Eagles. John Parolin of ESPN Stats & Information breaks down the best prop bet.
Note: Odds courtesy of the Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook as of Sunday afternoon.
Washington Redskins at Philadelphia Eagles (-4.5)
Total: 49
PickCenter public consensus pick: 52 percent on Philadelphia
Phil Steele
The Redskins held off a late charge from the 49ers a week ago, while the Eagles come in with extra rest following a Thursday night victory over the Panthers. In their Week 1 meeting in Landover, Philadelphia had a 356-264 yardage edge in their 13-point victory. Despite Washington's solid 20-8 ATS mark as a division away 'dog since the start of 2007, the Eagles are arguably one of the league's best so far in 2017, with their only defeat coming against the Chiefs at Arrowhead.
ATS pick: Lean on Philadelphia
Erin Rynning
The Eagles have looked like a well-rounded outfit during their 5-1 start, but they still have a weakness in the secondary. That could be an issue against the Redskins' fine pass offense that has built chemistry since the first meeting between these teams. The Redskins will be down two key defenders without Jonathan Allen on the defensive line, while All-Pro Josh Norman will miss in the secondary. The thought process would have been over the total, but the value in the number is vacant.
ATS pick: Pass
Warren Sharp
Washington's Week 1 game against the Eagles was far closer than the final score indicates. And since that time, the Redskins' defense has taken extremely good strides, ranking as a top-10 defense in efficiency. Washington arguably could have delivered the Chiefs' first loss back in Week 4 but for some inefficient clock management, and they already defeated the Rams and Raiders.
A big key to this game will be the return of Rob Kelley for the Redskins, because the Eagles have not faced a decent run offense since Week 2. They have faced four teams that rank in the bottom third of rushing offense -- the Giants, Chargers, Cardinals and Panthers. If the Redskins can bring an element of run game to balance out the attack against the Eagles in a way that most teams have not been able to deliver, they should keep this game competitive throughout. Keep an eye on the defensive injuries for both teams.
ATS pick: Lean on Washington
Mike Clay
ATS pick: Philadelphia 25, Washington 20
Prediction: Under 48.5
Parolin's prop bets
1.5 passing touchdowns by Carson Wentz (Over -160, Under +140)
Carson Wentz has thrown seven touchdowns over the past two games against the respectable Cardinals and Panthers defenses, and he's thrown multiple touchdown passes in four of his six games. His opponent has only conceded six touchdown passes in five games this season, but Wentz was the quarterback with multiple touchdowns in the lone exception. Another consideration is the health of Washington's secondary: Cornerback Bashaud Breeland (knee) is unlikely to play, and Norman (ribs) is out. First-round rookie defensive lineman Allen was placed on injured reserve as well, leaving Washington in need of reinforcements.
Wentz has been productive throwing to tight ends this season, leading the league in both completions (42) and touchdowns (five) to tight ends. Travis Kelce and Jared Cook scored on the Redskins earlier this year, and there aren't tight ends more dangerous than Zach Ertz this season, who leads all tight ends in targets, catches, yards and touchdowns. Between Ertz's prowess and Alshon Jeffery, Nelson Agholor and Torrey Smith against a banged-up secondary, expect Wentz to put up numbers again.
The play: Over
