Sam Farmer makes his picks and predictions for NFL Week 7, with the Rams winning in London, the Eagles beating the Vikings and the Colts beating the Chargers.
Los Angeles Times NFL writer Sam Farmer examines the matchups and makes his predictions for Week 7 of the NFL season.
All lines and over/under numbers are according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
Last week, Farmer posted a 10-5 (.667) record. Through the first six weeks of the season, he is 61-32 (.656).
Using point spreads with the scores Farmer predicted, his record against the spread in Week 6 would have been 7-8 (.467). For the season, his record against the spread is 47-46 (.505).
All times are Pacific and TV reflects broadcasts in the Los Angeles area. The Bills and Ravens are off this week.
Thursday, 5:15 p.m. TV: Amazon Prime.
Line: Steelers by 5½. O/U: 43½.
The Steelers, feasting on turnovers lately, are facing another shaky team. The Bengals’ offense looks better with Joe Flacco, but the defense is terrible.
Pick: Steelers 21, Bengals 17
Sunday, 6:30 a.m. TV: NFL Network; Fox (in L.A. area).
Line: Rams by 3. O/U: 44½.
Matthew Stafford’s offense has been humming, and though potentially losing Puka Nacua hurts, the Rams can still run and stay balanced. Jacksonville has put together some big wins so this will be back and forth.
Pick: Rams 27, Jaguars 23
Sunday, 10 a.m. TV: NFL Ticket.
Line: Chiefs by 11½. O/U: 45½.
Chiefs are getting Rashee Rice back and are riding momentum. Raiders aren’t on their level despite a decent win last week. Kansas City looks primed for a statement game.
Pick: Chiefs 30, Raiders 20
Sunday, 10 a.
