Philadelphia Eagles vs. Minnesota Vikings: Thursday Night Football betting odds, picks, and tips
Week 2 of the NFL season will feature a highly anticipated matchup on Thursday Night Football, as the Philadelphia Eagles host the Minnesota Vikings at Lincoln Financial Field. The Eagles are coming off a narrow 25-20 road victory over the New England Patriots in Week 1, while the Vikings are looking to avoid an 0-2 start following a 20-17 home loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Here is a look at the betting odds, picks, and tips for Thursday night’s game:
Betting odds
- Point spread: Eagles -6.5 (-102), Vikings +6.5 (-120)
- Moneyline: Eagles -270, Vikings +220
- Over/under: 49.5 (-105/-115)
Picks
- The Eagles are the better team on paper, and they are playing at home.
- The Vikings are looking to avoid an 0-2 start, but they have struggled on the road in recent years.
- The Eagles have a strong running game, which could be a key to winning this game.
Tips
- Bet on the Eagles to win by at least a touchdown.
- Don’t bet on the Vikings to cover the spread.
- Consider betting on the Eagles to win and the over.
Analysis
The Eagles are the clear favorites in this game. They have a better quarterback in Jalen Hurts, a better running game, and a better defense. The Vikings have some talented players, but they are not as well-rounded as the Eagles.
The Eagles should be able to win this game by at least a touchdown. The Vikings will need to play a perfect game to cover the spread.